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John Cena vs. Randy Orton Undisputed WWE Championship Match Set for Backlash

The two wrestling icons will face off for the final time on May 10, 2025, in Orton's hometown of St. Louis, with legacy and championship glory on the line.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 20: John Cena is introduced before his match against Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • John Cena will defend his record-breaking 17th Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton at WWE Backlash on May 10, 2025.
  • This match, officially announced on the April 25 episode of SmackDown, is being billed as the final chapter in Cena and Orton's decades-long rivalry.
  • Randy Orton, a 14-time WWE Champion, seeks to protect his legacy and prevent Cena from leaving WWE with the championship during his retirement tour.
  • Speculation surrounds the potential involvement of outside allies, including Travis Scott aiding Cena and Joe Hendry possibly siding with Orton.
  • The event will take place in Orton's hometown of St. Louis, adding emotional stakes to an already career-defining encounter.