May 10, 2025: This week’s episode of WWE SmackDown was full of surprises, heated exchanges, and jaw-dropping moments — headlined by the return of Randy Orton and his explosive face-off with John Cena ahead of their much-anticipated clash at Backlash.
Cena, who currently holds the undisputed WWE championship, took to the mic to provoke Orton before trying to ambush him. But The Legend Killer countered with a signature RKO and took Cena down in a brutal exchange. What followed was a war of words where Cena dragged Orton’s family legacy into the dirt, accusing him of leaning on favoritism and injury excuses over his 25-year career. Cena even referenced Orton’s infamous 2006 drug test failure, claiming history would repeat itself at Backlash.
The drama escalated when a masked figure appeared at ringside and attempted an RKO on Cena. The champ fought back with an Attitude Adjustment. Orton, watching from the ring, sarcastically mocked Cena with a “You Can’t See Me” gesture before striking again with another devastating RKO.
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Other SmackDown Highlights:
Alexa Bliss Returns: Bliss made a surprise return and teamed up with Zelina Vega to take on Chelsea Green and Piper Niven. The returning superstar sealed victory with a Sister Abigail-style DDT on Green.
Street Profits vs Nathan Frazer & Axiom: The high-octane tag team match saw the Street Profits maintain their momentum with a strong win over Frazer and Axiom.
LA Knight & Damian Priest vs Jacob Fatu & Solo Sikoa: LA Knight and Damian Priest worked in sync, with Knight pinning Sikoa after delivering the BFT. Post-match, an angry Jacob Fatu tried to retaliate but was met with a surprise Claymore Kick from Drew McIntyre, who flaunted his United States Championship.
With Orton and Cena’s feud reignited, the return of Alexa Bliss, and rising tensions in the tag division, SmackDown continues to build serious momentum leading into Backlash.