John Cena’s WWE Championship reign is coming to an end, and his next opponent has finally been revealed. Randy Orton, with whom Cena shares a 25-year rivalry, stepped up to challenge the champion on this week’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown.
Orton claimed that Cena needs to grow up and become a father because he’ll be a better human being. However, Cena shot back, stating that he’s spent the past 25 years raising everyone else’s children, making him a better parent than Orton ever could be. The rivalry between these two legendary wrestlers was reignited as they exchanged words and punches.
In the end, Orton got the upper hand, delivering an RKO to Cena and leaving him laid out in the ring. Despite this, many fans are skeptical about the title change. However, the Street Profits’ thrilling Tables, Ladders, and Chairs match against DIY and the Motor City Machine Guns was a highlight of the show.
Other notable storylines included Tiffany Stratton’s win over Charlotte Flair, Naomi’s return to action, and Jacob Fatu’s new reign as United States Champion. The show also featured a surprise return by Aleister Black, who laid out The Miz with his signature finisher, the Black Mass.
Overall, this episode of SmackDown was filled with exciting matches, shocking moments, and some familiar rivalries heating up again.
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