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6 hours ago
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WWE Night of Champions 2025 predictions roundtable: Is Cena vs. Rhodes next inevitable?
For the second consecutive year, the King and Queen of the ring will be determined at a premium live event (PLE) in Saudi Arabia as WWE holds its Night of Champions 2025 show on Saturday. Despite the two marquee tournaments being at complete odds with our name here at Uncrowned, our Horsemen — Anthony Sulla-Heffinger, Robert Jackman, Drake Riggs and Kel Dansby — are gathering once again to answer some of the burning questions surrounding the event and offer our predictions, including for the latest turn in the John Cena retirement tour — a championship showdown with CM Punk. 1. Has your opinion of the John Cena heel run changed at all during the CM Punk feud? Jackman: As a rule of thumb, the Cena heel run has worked better when he's had a sparring partner in those television segments. The big problem with those first promos was that they were addressed to the audience, rather than anyone in the WWE, giving them that meandering, self-indulgent feel that bores the pants off of me. As soon as you have an actual human being on the receiving end of those pot-shots, particularly someone as skilled as Punk who can easily shoot back, they land much better. Advertisement Has it changed my opinion? It's made me feel less sour on this whole storyline in the short term, but I still don't think we've seen anything (at least since Elimination Chamber) that really justifies going down this road in the first place. The Cena retirement tour was always going to be huge, but can you name one single thing they've achieved with this heel turn that wouldn't have been possible otherwise? I certainly can't. Riggs: Not really. While the Punk feud has undoubtedly been the best part of this run, it doesn't change how abysmal it's been overall. Even the Punk feud was thrown together entirely out of nowhere and will likely have a short lifespan, which is a shame, considering how great they work together. Sulla-Heffinger: Yes, due in large part to his excellent promo work last week on "WWE SmackDown." We saw shades of what heel Cena could be during his run with Randy Orton, and it feels like we're hitting the crescendo during this admittedly abbreviated feud with Punk. The callbacks have been incredible, and while seemingly all of Cena's matches during this retirement tour could have been simply and successfully billed as 'last time ever,' the change in character allows for these final chapters in historic WWE rivalries to be written with a fresh perspective. Advertisement After the initial shock of the turn wore off, we had a bit of a lull and there have been a few bumps along the road, but for me, things have done as close to a 180 as possible. Hopefully, WWE finds a way to extend this rivalry until SummerSlam, but with the King of the Ring winner lurking, that's easier said than done. Dansby: Not really. If anything, the feud has just reminded us how great Punk still is, rather than validating Cena's heel turn. Cena still hasn't done enough to justify why he made the switch, and it doesn't align with his long-term goals. That said, Punk has pulled fans into their story so well that the heel vs. babyface dynamic barely matters. It feels more like the latest chapter in a 15-year rivalry than a traditional good guy vs. bad guy setup. 2. Who needs to win the Queen of the Ring final more: Asuka or Jade Cargill? Riggs: Man, this is kind of an awkwardly tougher question than you'd think it would be. Somehow WWE has either dropped the ball with Cargill or she's regressed compared to her AEW run. I'm unsure of where to point the blame because that's how well AEW booked her, but compared to others with a similar timeline of experience, like WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton, Cargill just isn't even in that realm on any front. And I say this as someone who's been well behind her. Advertisement Asuka, however, is in a spot where she's a bulletproof legend, but is still one of the very best right now, snowballing the momentum off her return run. A strong Asuka is undeniably the best Asuka, and despite her accomplishing countless accolades in WWE, you can still argue she hasn't been treated as well as she should have been — that's how great she is. In terms of better overall results for everyone, champions like Iyo Sky included, it's Asuka. There's no shame in Cargill losing to a GOAT. Sulla-Heffinger: Pulling back the curtain a tiny bit, the trickiness that the word 'need' implies is precisely why I phrased it that way when writing these questions, so I am glad it was a bit of a curveball for Riggs. Cargill has all of the tools to be a major player at the main-event level, and no one would fault WWE for strapping the rocket to her back with a Queen of the Ring win and a title shot. Shoot, it even makes sense with Naomi currently holding Money in the Bank. Yet Cargill is still a little green in areas you want to see buttoned up at the top of the card; as impressive as she can be at times, there are moments in the ring that feel too clunky, and we haven't seen enough live promo work in WWE to make a fair assessment. A loss to Asuka is more of a speed bump than a derailment on the Cargill hype train. Asuka, on the other hand, is one of the best and most charismatic talents in WWE. She'd benefit immensely from a Queen of the Ring win and being immediately thrust back into the Women's World Championship picture. Her résumé alone could always justify a title shot, but professional wrestling always works better when there's a clear, believable path. A win on Saturday creates that for us. Asuka and Jade Cargill face off ahead of Saturday's Queen of the Ring final. (WWE via Getty Images) Dansby: Asuka vs. Iyo Sky is a SummerSlam main event on paper, no doubt. But it's time to pull the trigger on Jade. Her beating someone as decorated as Asuka and rolling into her first world title match in New York City is a can't-miss moment. That's how you make a star. Advertisement Expect Jade to win — and don't be surprised if Cardi B is part of her entrance at SummerSlam. Jackman: I mentioned in our latest power rankings (in which I take on the unenviable task of ranking the 10 most compelling men and women in pro wrestling) that the exciting thing about Jade Cargill is how WWE has presented her as fearsome while still maintaining a lot of mystique around her. We really don't know that much about Cargill given what a big deal she clearly is — and that gives her an edge over a lot of her peers. Of course, Cargill is already straddling two plotlines, given her ongoing drama with Naomi and Bianca Belair. My suspicion is that they're building toward some kind of big crescendo where she wins Queen of the Ring and then both of those storylines come together with a big bang. Perhaps Naomi tries to cash in during Jade Cargill vs. Tiffany Stratton at SummerSlam, but Bianca returns to thwart her and set up a grudge match later down the line? 3. Which King of the Ring finalist makes for a more compelling SummerSlam main event? Sulla-Heffinger: I think we all know we are going to see Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship at least one more time before the retirement tour ends, but it shouldn't be at SummerSlam. Considering how Cena has threatened to 'ruin wrestling,' wouldn't it be excellent storytelling if Rhodes loses his clear path to a rematch in the King of the Ring tournament and is forced to just say 'screw it' and jump to the front of the line as we get closer to the end of 2025? Sounds a lot like what Cena did when he inserted himself into the Elimination Chamber match, doesn't it? Advertisement Wouldn't it be ironic if Rhodes — when the match finally does happen — gives in and uses the championship belt to beat Cena, showing he can be corrupted? Considering the parallels between Cena and Rhodes as top babyfaces, it would be brilliant if Cena leaves WWE and is able to say 'see what I did to your beloved champion? That's how I ruin wrestling.' All of that happens down the line if Orton defeats Rhodes on Saturday and sets up one more classic clash with Cena at SummerSlam, which we've already seen this year, but considering the momentum these renewed, iconic rivalries have had, it's the more immediately compelling of the two in my opinion. Dansby: Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena feels like the natural payoff. Cena got his win with help from Travis Scott, and now it's time for him to right that wrong. Having Rhodes win back the WWE title in the main event of SummerSlam Night 2 sets the stage for Cena's redemption arc — and lets him go out as the beloved babyface one last time. Are John Cena and Cody Rhodes on a collision course? (WWE via Getty Images) Jackman: Isn't this one a foregone conclusion given we've just seen Randy Orton vs. John Cena in a match that was billed as 'One Last Time'? My suspicion is that the main reason 'The Viper' is in this match in the first place is to sow the seeds for a title shot against Cody Rhodes further down the line. Advertisement The only thing that makes me hesitate slightly is that nagging feeling that Cody's whole path to the championship is looking a little too obvious right now. On the other hand, both of the last two Universal Championship title changes were flagged up massively in advance and there's no reason why this one would be different. I'm calling it now: Cody wins here and then at SummerSlam. Riggs: With how ridiculous the Backlash ending was, there's still legs to the Randy Orton legacy blood feud with John Cena. And out of pure nostalgia — and getting more time for a legendary program — I might prefer that. For the times, though, it's clearly Rhodes with the freshness of everything between him and Cena. As much as I'd like to see something different or even a big surprise like having Ron Killings dethrone Cena, it couldn't be clearer that it will be Rhodes. 4. Should Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross be on this card? Dansby: Kross just needs to be on TV more consistently, period. A few more weeks of buildup would've made more sense heading into SummerSlam, but WWE's going with Night of Champions to kick this off. Advertisement Kross has a strong cult following, so his push has to feel earned — not forced. Zayn's the perfect guy to bring the best out of him. This should be the first of a few matches between them, not a one-and-done. Sulla-Heffinger: No. And that isn't to say it doesn't deserve spotlight. It's because I believe the best version of this match happens in a "WWE Raw" main event where it can be given 20 to 25 minutes. I'm afraid we'll see this finish in less than 10 and a large portion of the internet wrestling community will walk away wildly unsatisfied. Is the Karrion Kross push finally upon us? (WWE via Getty Images) Jackman: I hate to do the whole demographics thing (bear with me), but we all know that Sami Zayn is incredibly popular in Saudi Arabia. Obviously, he's a fan favorite in any situation, but the way WWE has leaned into his Arabic heritage and his religious identity (when they filmed his pilgrimage in the leadup to Night of Champions 2023) has basically made him an ambassador for WWE in the wider Arabic-speaking world. Advertisement So what does that mean for the match? Well, one option would be to pursue the monster pop of giving Zayn a nice big win for the home crowd. That's great for the immediate sugar rush, but doesn't really help with the long-term storytelling on which Karrion Kross thrives. Alternatively, WWE could go the other way and get some turbo heat by giving Kross a dirty victory that builds to something bigger further down the line. Personally, I'd go with the latter. Saudi crowds are super smart these days and I think they'd enjoy some good old-fashioned villainy. Riggs: I'm surprised they added that match to this show rather than putting it on next week's "WWE Raw." But it's a good surprise. Put two over dudes together who have been teasing this collision for weeks, and give it a proper spotlight. It feels somewhat rare — and honestly, more appropriate than the next match we're talking about. 5. Is Raquel Rodriguez the centerpiece of Judgment Day now that Liv Morgan's injured? Jackman: Honestly, I have no idea right now. We know from reports around the Liv Morgan injury that WWE is hastily rewriting a lot of its plans on the women's side (particularly the buildup to Evolution), so we shouldn't discount the possibility that they don't really know what's going on and are playing for time right now. Advertisement I'm more optimistic about the Judgment Day storyline more broadly. Generally I'm a big fan of slow burn angles in wrestling and I really hope that's what we're seeing here. They've been teasing the combustion of the group for a while now and some of the tensions (both with Finn and Dom, but also Liv and Finn) are much smarter and more subtle than your average wrestling angle. Riggs: As much as Rodriguez deserves it and I'd love that, I highly doubt it. Dominick Mysterio and Finn Balor are definitely still that glue (that's loosening), and even Roxanne Perez has already become more featured. The Ripley match and feud revisit feels just like a placeholder scramble to kill time and readjust the fallout from Morgan's injury. Will Raquel Rodriguez sink or swim with Liv Morgan injured? (WWE via Getty Images) Sulla-Heffinger: I think Rodriguez is the centerpiece in the sense that she'll be the most conflicted when Morgan returns. If Rodriguez goes on a prolonged, successful run — either as a singles competitor or with Roxanne Perez as a tag-team champion — the picture is suddenly very murky when Morgan comes back. We know where Finn Balor stands and we know where Dominik Mysterio stands, but Rodriguez is in a spot where she can become a top heel on 'WWE Raw,' add a much-needed dangerous presence to the Judgment Day and even turn the Mysterio-Morgan pairing face down the line. That can all start with a win over Rhea Ripley in the street fight Saturday. Advertisement Dansby: Honestly, it's time to blow up Judgment Day. WWE has teased the breakup enough — now's the moment to pull the trigger. Between injuries to key members and Carlito's release, the timing's right. Let Finn finally break away and tap into the Demon again. That could be the storyline that breathes new life into him. BONUS: WWE had a huge presence at Fanatics Fest last weekend with the Superstar Entrance. If you HAD to recreate a current star's intro, who would it be and why? Dansby: Gotta go with the GOAT — HBK! The Heartbreak Kid had it all. The entrance music? Iconic. The gear? Flashy as hell. The pyro? On point every time. Nobody made an entrance like Shawn Michaels. Jackman: I've actually done this! They have the Superstar Entrance permanently installed at the massively under-appreciated (largely because of its location…) WWE Experience in Riyadh. I visited the Experience before last year's Crown Jewel event and got to recreate Rhea Ripley's entrance in a makeshift costume of Seth Rollins offshoots and some sort of Venetian mask. Advertisement Riggs: Well, I didn't see this one coming. The easy choice has to be your favorite wrestler ever, right? So, Jeff Hardy comes right to mind, but not with the Hardy Boyz theme. We're talking '08 world champion Jeff Hardy, baby. No More Words. That's the way to go. But if we don't count Hardy as a "current star," which he obviously isn't in WWE specifically, I think I have to go with Seth Rollins or Aleister Black. As a metal junkie, give me something heavy, fast and furious, or dark and in your face. Sulla-Heffinger: The answer's gotta be Triple H. If by some chance you could master the water spray, it's an instant 10/10. If you can't, the whole entrance falls flat. High risk, high reward. Predictions Undisputed WWE Championship Match: John Cena (Dansby, Jackman, Riggs, Sulla-Heffinger) vs. CM Punk King of the Ring final: Randy Orton (Sulla-Heffinger) vs. Cody Rhodes (Dansby, Jackman, Riggs) Queen of the Ring final: Asuka (Riggs, Sulla-Heffinger) vs. Jade Cargill (Dansby, Jackman) U.S. Championship match : Jacob Fatu (Dansby, Jackman, Riggs, Sulla-Heffinger) vs. Solo Sikoa Street Fight: Raquel Rodriguez (Jackman, Sulla-Heffinger) vs. Rhea Ripley (Dansby, Riggs) Sami Zayn (Riggs) vs. Karrion Kross (Dansby, Jackman, Sulla-Heffinger) 2025 standings
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CM Punk apologizes to the crowd of Saudi Arabia during the Night of Champions kickoff for posting mean tweet
(Image via X) WWE is back again with the 11th edition of Night of Champions 2025 in Saudi Arabia. Just like other premium live events hosted in 2025 by the Stamford-based promotions, the Night of Champions is expected to be a success, as it will feature several top-tier champions, making it more exciting and anticipated among fans. Among several top-tier talents, CM Punk is also expected to appear on the show for one of the significant feuds with his arch-rival, the Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena. However, it has been reported that CM Punk has faced massive criticisms from the fans when he started addressing the Saudi Arabia crowd during the Night of Champions kickoff event. The reason is said to be a mean comment posted by Punk himself in 2020. When he tried to clear the air, he was heavily booed by the fans in Saudi Arabia. Let's take a look at the incident in detail. CM Punk addresses the crowd in Saudi Arabia during the Night of Champions kickoff CM Punk, who is going to play a major bout in the upcoming 11th edition of the Night of Champions 2025 . The WWE icon was reportedly seen addressing and apologizing to the crowd in Saudi Arabia during the Night of Champions kickoff. During the WWE Night Of Champions kickoff media event today in Saudi Arabia, CM Punk apologized for his infamous tweet to The Miz about Saudi Arabia from years ago. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like These Are The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo While addressing the crowd, CM Punk said, 'This guy wants me to apologize for a mean tweet I wrote six years ago,' he said. 'Hey, listen, legitimately had nothing to do with Saudi Arabia. I woke up and I was crabby and I wrote a mean tweet to The Miz. And I apologized to The Miz. And sir, what's your name? Mohammed? Mohammed, I sincerely apologize to you. And I love Saudi Arabia.' However, it seemed like the apology did not sit well with the fans present there during the kickoff show. Despite the direct apology, the crowd continued to voice their displeasure, a reaction WWE was reportedly expecting. The boos from the live crowd were a direct response to an infamous, since-deleted tweet from 2020 in which Punk made a crude remark directed at The Miz that referenced 'blood money' and Saudi Arabia. With the air cleared, attention now turns to Punk's Undisputed WWE Championship match against John Cena at Night of Champions, where the atmosphere promises to be electric and thrilling. Also Read : WWE Night of Champions 2025 preview and streaming details (06/28/25): Full match card, show highlights, how to watch, and more WWE's Night of Champions 2025 will emanate live from Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this weekend. It will be the first, and potentially only, time that WWE will host a PLE in Saudi Arabia in 2025. It will be broadcast live in the USA at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT on Peacock Network and Netflix everywhere. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Hindustan Times
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
WWE Night of Champions 2025: Date, time, match card, how and where to watch
WWE is taking its next big event to Riyadh. The Night of Champions 2025 will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, June 28. As reported by Marca, this is WWE's second major international outing in June, coming on the heels of Money in the Bank. The spotlight now shifts to a night packed with tournament finals, championship matches and a blockbuster main event that promises fireworks. John Cena vs CM Punk: Rivalry reignited, with everything at stake John Cena (R) celebrates with rapper Travis Scott after defeating Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.(Getty Images via AFP) {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} John Cena and CM Punk are back in the ring together, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Cena, holding the Undisputed Championship, has vowed to retire with the belt. 'It would ruin wrestling,' he said, if that legacy were broken. Punk once criticized WWE's Saudi shows. He now says he's participating in the Riyadh event for his fans, Marca reported. {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} Their rivalry goes back to 2011. Now, the dynamic has shifted. Cena is set to retire from the WWE soon. Punk is now the crowd favorite. This clash could prove to be a definitive end to their long-held animosity. Also read: John Cena confirms 'there is no way' he will return to WWE after farewell tour Tournaments reach their peak {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} Two key matches will decide the new King and Queen of the Ring. Cody Rhodes will take on Randy Orton in a final that's as personal as it is professional. The pair have been allies, rivals, and everything in between-making this bout one to watch. {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} Two key matches will decide the new King and Queen of the Ring. Cody Rhodes will take on Randy Orton in a final that's as personal as it is professional. The pair have been allies, rivals, and everything in between-making this bout one to watch. {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} On the women's side, Asuka faces Jade Cargill. It's experience versus momentum. Cargill has been rising fast in recent months, but Asuka's record in big matches speaks for itself. Both winners are expected to head straight into the SummerSlam conversation. WWE Night of the Champions: Date, time, where to watch {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} On the women's side, Asuka faces Jade Cargill. It's experience versus momentum. Cargill has been rising fast in recent months, but Asuka's record in big matches speaks for itself. Both winners are expected to head straight into the SummerSlam conversation. WWE Night of the Champions: Date, time, where to watch {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} The event will stream live on Peacock for U.S. viewers on Saturday, June 28, starting at 1:00 pm ET. {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} The event will stream live on Peacock for U.S. viewers on Saturday, June 28, starting at 1:00 pm ET. {{/usCountry}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} WWE has stacked the card with high-stakes bouts. Jacob Fatu will defend the United States Championship against Solo Sikoa. With the Bloodline storyline still playing out, this match could have serious implications for what comes next. Then there's the Street Fight between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez-two powerhouse women with no love lost. Their physical style guarantees this won't be a technical bout, but it might just steal the show. In another key match, Sami Zayn faces Karrion Kross. Their clash brings together two very different personalities, and it's expected to be a tense one. Full match card: WWE Undisputed Championship: John Cena (c) vs CM Punk King of the Ring Final: Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton Queen of the Ring Final: Asuka vs Jade Cargill {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} United States Championship: Jacob Fatu (c) vs Solo Sikoa Street Fight: Rhea Ripley vs Raquel Rodriguez Singles Match: Sami Zayn vs Karrion Kross FAQs: 1. Where is WWE Night of Champions taking place? It's being held at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 2. What time does it start in the US? The live broadcast begins at 1:00 pm ET on Peacock. 3. Is the full match card confirmed? Yes, it includes six matches with top stars like John Cena, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Rhea Ripley. 4. Will the King and Queen of the Ring be crowned? Yes, the tournament finals are part of the official Night of Champions schedule. SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Metro
9 hours ago
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- Metro
WWE Night of Champions 2025 preview with early UK start time on Netflix
WWE has arrived in Saudi Arabia for Night of Champions 2025. The global sports entertainment juggernaut is airing another premium live event from the Middle East this weekend, with a stacked card including the finals of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. Some fans had voiced concerns amid fallout from the US strikes on Iran, with many calling for the event to be cancelled or moved. However, the likes of CM Punk have already been seen arriving in Riyadh, and after tonight's episode of SmackDown it'll be time for the latest PLE in WWE's longstanding deal with Saudi Arabia. The arrangement is a massive money spinner for WWE, and the wrestling promotion has already confirmed its return in January 2026 when the Royal Rumble moves outside North America for the very first time. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. Now, though, it's time for Night of Champions with just two blockbuster title matches – here's what you need to know. WWE Night of Champions airs tomorrow (Saturday, June 28), at a much much earlier start time of 6pm for UK fans. Fans used to have to wait until the regular middle-of-the-night broadcast for international events, but thankfully the days of watching on delay are done. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video WWE fans can stream Night of Champions live (or watch later on demand) via Netflix. The streamer is the home of all things WWE for most countries outside the United States, including weekly episodes of Raw, SmackDown and NXT, regular PLEs and new shows like upcoming docu-series WWE Unreal exploring the company's writing room. Simply log into your account, and you'll be good to go – all WWE content is included as part of your monthly subscription. Undisputed WWE Title : John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk : John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk WWE United States Title : Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa : Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa King of the Ring Final : Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton : Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Queen of the Ring Final : Asuka vs. Jade Cargill : Asuka vs. Jade Cargill Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross Street Fight: Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez Despite previous shows in Saudi Arabia being seen as predictable with little at stake, that's changed in recent years and a lot of these matches could go either way. The card itself has undergone a bit of an overhaul, with Liv Morgan's gutting 'freak' injury throwing plans throughout the whole summer out of the window. Her on-screen beau Dominik Mysterio was also pulled from his match with AJ Styles at the last minute. Looking at the card, John Cena looks likely to keep his record 17th world championship running going into SummerSlam as the end of his retirement tour looms. However, he'll have a talk task with the legendary CM Punk standing across from him. Jacob Fatu should make it two-for-two for the champs by beating Solo Sikoa, with Cody Rhodes a safe bet to beat Randy Orton, become King of the Ring and face Cena at SummerSlam in August. Asuka would be the best choice to win the Queen of the Ring crowd, but Jade Cargill will likely win, while Rhea Ripley should beat Raquel Rodriguez in their Street Fight. More Trending Finally, look for Karrion Kross to score a major upset and continue his organic rise up the card in a way that keeps his feud with Sami Zayn rolling. WWE will be back in the UK on the Road to Clash in Paris Tour this summer, with some huge shows. Fit in around SmackDown in Dublin (August 22) and Raw in Birmingham (August 25), WWE is also holding live events in Liverpool, Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds and Cardiff. View More » From there, they'll return to Lyon for SmackDown on August 29, followed by Clash In Paris and Monday Night Raw on August 31 and September 1. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: TV fans torn between bingeing Netflix hit series or 'anxiety-inducing' drama this weekend MORE: Squid Game season 3 ending explained with shock cameo that'll make fans scream MORE: Netflix's near-perfect Squid Game season 3 ending made my jaw drop
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What's happening on WWE SmackDown tonight? Match card, highlights & streaming guide (06/27/25)
(Image via X) Before WWE heads forward to one of the major premium live events, the Night of Champions 2025, the Stamford-based promotion is back with another thrilling and exciting edition of WWE SmackDown for the June 27 edition 2025. This week's SmackDown is set to serve as the go-home show for the upcoming Night of Champions 2025. The show will emanate live from the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where several top-tier talent will meet for the final time before their clash at the PLE. As per reports, the Blue Brand of WWE will feature heavyweight champions like the Undisputed Champion John Cena, Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, Nia Jax, Randy Orton, and WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton. Let's take a look at the confirmed match card, streaming details, highlights, and what's more in store for SmackDown tonight. WWE SmackDown: Confirmed match card for 06/27/2025 John Cena returns to SmackDown before battling CM Punk at Night of Champions Tiffany Stratton vs. Nia Jax - WWE Women's Title Last Woman Standing Match The Street Profits vs. The Wyatt Sicks - WWE Tag Team Championship Match Zelina Vega vs. Guilia - Women's United States Championship Match John Cena returns to SmackDown before battling CM Punk at Night of Champions After delivering an earth-shattering pipebomb on SmackDown, Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena will return to SmackDown just one night before defending his title against CM Punk at WWE Night of Champions . The Night of Champions is already creating the hype and excitement among fans and the WWE Universe as Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena is all set to lock horns with CM Punk in Riyadh on June 28, 2025. Tiffany Stratton vs. Nia Jax - WWE Women's Title Last Woman Standing Match In one of the promotions tonight, Tiffany Stratton will put the title on the line against Nia Jax once again, this time in a WWE Women's Title Last Woman Standing match. According to WWE, Stratton previously retained the title against Jax by dropkicking a steel chair into The Irresistible Force's face on the May 16 edition of SmackDown, and this rematch seems likely to feature even more brutality. The Street Profits vs. The Wyatt Sicks - WWE Tag Team Championship Match Furthermore, The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford) are set to defend the WWE Tag Team titles against The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy & Dexter Lumis). In this week's SmackDown promotion, The Street Profits have decided to deal with the scourge of The Wyatt Sicks head-on when they defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against members of the ominous faction. Zelina Vega vs. Guilia - Women's United States Championship Match In another scintillating match tonight, Zelina Vega will collide with Guilia in an explosive collision on the run to clinch the much-coveted Women's United States Championship match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This will be the third announced title clash on the show, where Women's United States Champion Zelina Vega will put the title on the line against her opponent, Giulia. Streaming details: How to watch WWE SmackDown ? (June 27, 2025) WWE SmackDown will go live on Friday, June 27, at 08 PM ET, 07 PM CT & 05 PM PT on the USA Network in the United States. In Canada, the show will be broadcast live on Friday at 1 PM ET on Netflix. Fans in the United Kingdom can watch SmackDown on Friday at 06 PM GMT on Netflix. In India, the SmackDown edition of June 27 will be broadcast live at 10:30 PM IST, Friday, on Netflix. Also Read : Why Goldberg retiring as World Champion could be a major mistake at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Viewers in Saudi Arabia can watch the show live at 08 PM AST on Netflix. In Australia, the show will be broadcast live at 03 AM AEST on Netflix. In France, the show will be broadcast live at 07 PM on Netflix. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
