WWE Night of Champions Preview

Get ready, Aussie wrestling fans — WWE Night of Champions 2025 is about to go down, and this year’s event is shaping up as one of the most stacked cards of the year. Between returning legends, brutal rivalries, and two huge tournament finals, it’s a can’t-miss night for diehard fans and casuals alike.

Here’s everything you need to know before the bell rings.

📅 Event Details

Location: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Where to Watch: Streaming live on Netflix

Australian Start Time: Sunday, June 29 at 2:30 AM ACST/3 AM AEST

Night of Champions returns to Saudi Arabia with a loaded card of title defences, blood feuds and tournament finals, headlined by a long-awaited clash between John Cena and CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

🥊 Full Match Card & Predictions

Undisputed WWE Championship

John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk

The classic rivalry reignites, and it feels as personal as ever. Cena’s fiery “pipebomb” promo on Raw blew up social media and set the stage for a battle of legacies.

Prediction: Cena walks away with the win. There’s still plenty of juice left in this title reign.

United States Championship

Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa

Two Samoan powerhouses collide in a match born out of betrayal. The former Bloodline allies now stand on opposite sides, with plenty of pride and the US Title at stake.

Prediction: Fatu retains, but don’t be surprised if this feud runs all the way to SummerSlam.

King of the Ring Final

Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes

A fascinating generational clash. The veteran predator versus the dream-chasing American Nightmare, with a SummerSlam World Title shot on the line.

Prediction: Cody Rhodes finishes this chapter of his story with a King of the Ring win.

Queen of the Ring Final

Asuka vs. Jade Cargill

Asuka’s experience meets Jade Cargill’s power in what could be a show-stealer. Both women have momentum, but only one walks away with the crown.

Prediction: Asuka edges out a hard-fought victory, booking a SummerSlam title match.

Street Fight

Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez

No rules, no mercy — and with Ripley’s dominant streak, expect this to get violent fast. Two of WWE’s strongest women settling their score in the most unforgiving way possible.

Prediction: Rhea Ripley survives an absolute war.

Singles Match

Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross

The underdog heart of Sami versus the eerie, relentless Kross. Expect mind games and a possible dark horse match of the night.

Prediction: Zayn steals a win — and maybe a beatdown after the bell.

📖 Key Storylines to Watch

Cena vs. Punk: The rivalry’s as raw and personal as ever. Cena’s scathing promo flipped the dynamic, with Punk now the desperate challenger out to prove he still belongs at the top.

Fatu vs. Sikoa: Family betrayal never gets old in pro wrestling, and this one’s packed with bad blood. Expect brutal strikes and maybe some interference.

King & Queen of the Ring Finals: Both tournaments have quietly delivered this year, with these finals promising to shake up SummerSlam’s title pictures.

Ripley vs. Rodriguez: Two monsters in a no-rules environment? It’s either match of the night or a highlight reel of carnage.

📺 How to Watch in Australia

Aussie fans can catch all the action live on Netflix at 2:30 AM ACST/3 AM AEST on Sunday, June 29. It’ll also be available on demand afterwards, for those not willing to sacrifice their sleep schedule.

👊 Final Word

Night of Champions 2025 feels like a night built for moments — returns, betrayals, and surprise title changes. Between Cena and Punk reigniting their legendary rivalry and Cody Rhodes chasing more history, this card is set to leave a mark.

Stay tuned to Pro Wrestling Down Under for full results and fallout coverage the moment the dust settles in Riyadh.