Ahead of the start of the WWE Backlash 2025, let's take a look at the full match card of the event.

WWE Backlash will take place on May 10, 2025.

John Cena will put his WWE Championship on the line against Randy Orton in the main event.

WWE Backlash Full Fight Card

WWE Backlash 2025 John Cena vs Randy Orton: Full Match Card

The WWE Universe is set for a blockbuster showdown as the 2025 edition of WWE Backlash rolls into St. Louis, Missouri this Saturday. 

Ahead of the high-stakes main event, Randy Orton spoke with Billboard about how he’s approaching the match.

Before the highly anticipated match, John Cena is confirmed to appear on this Friday's episode of WWE SmackDown.

John Cena and Randy Orton in the frame

 John Cena to defend Undisputed WWE title against Randy Orton at Backlash 2025 in St. Louis 

Seth Rollins’ new faction, introduced shortly after WrestleMania 41, is already grabbing plenty of attention on WWE programming.

Beyond the lighthearted banter, Kevin Owens recently offered a more heartfelt reflection during his appearance on the Insight with Chris Van Vliet podcast.

Kevin Owens is currently out of action due to an injury.

Kevin Owens, Seth Rollins and Bronn Breaker in the frame 

'Absolutely insane spray tan job': Kevin Owens takes a sly dig at Seth Rollins' new Faction

John Cena has already made several impactful appearances in 2025 as part of his farewell tour. 

Cena's heel turn, which came after aligning himself with The Rock and attacking Cody Rhodes, has added a significant new layer to his character.

WWE Crown Jewel can be his last appearance.

John Cena and Cody Rhodes in the frame

John Cena’s 2025 WWE Appearances so far: A Farewell to Remember

John Cena, WWE's Undisputed Champion, is in the midst of his farewell tour, and 2025 marks the final year of his legendary career. 

He will next appear on WWE SmackDown – Dayton, OH.

John Cena started off his retirement tour in WWE Raw on Netflix Premiere.

John Cena in the frame

John Cena’s Final WWE Appearances in 2025: Every Key Date you need to Know before his retirement

WWE has made another round of talent cuts in 2025, with a number of high-profile wrestlers among those released from the roster. 

Cora Jade was at least hinting about an uncertain future when she posted a message on X thanking the fans for an opportunity to live out her childhood dreams.

Analyst Ibou posted on Twitter/X about the internal workings behind talent cuts, stressing that Triple H is the central figure in these decisions.

Cora Jade and Braun Strowman in the frame 

Shockwaves in WWE: Braun Strowman, Cora Jade, and Dakota Kai among 2025 releases

In the wake of WWE's surprise wave of talent cuts on May 2, 2025—which saw the departure of high-profile names like Braun Strowman, Shayna Baszler, Dakota Kai, and others.

This quote underscores a growing belief that the WWE’s top creative mind isn't just overseeing storylines.

Triple H is currently Chief Content officer of WWE.

Braun Strowman in the frame

'If He Wants Them There, They Stay' : Who was responsible for WWE Talents getting released including stars like Braun Strowman? know here 

WWE veteran Natalya, known for her decades of success in the squared circle, has shut down retirement rumors with a confident and positive outlook on her career.

She pointed out that both Orton and Mysterio, who have had extensive careers in WWE, continue to perform at an elite level.

She will participate in Bloodsport XIII and is looking to challenge for the NWA Women's World Championship.

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'Gonna Hang it up when Randy Orton, Rey Mysterio Hangs It up' Star WWE Wrestler breaks silence on retirement rumours

Cody Rhodes’ journey at WrestleMania 41 ended in heartbreak as the 'American Nightmare' fell short in the Night 2 main event against John Cena. 

Adding to the discussion, wrestling analyst Sam Roberts shared his perspective on Cody's path forward after his WrestleMania defeat.

Several reports previously stated that WWE had teased a Cody Rhodes heel turn around Elimination Chamber 2025.

Cody Rhodes in the frame

Can Cody Rhodes turn heel like John Cena after WrestleMania loss? Former WWE writer reveals

John Cena, after winning the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41, came up with the bold statement; "ruin wrestling" during the Raw After WrestleMania.

There could certainly not be any better venue and moment to cap that intensity than at Backlash, as the rivalry has been alive for nearly two decades now and more.

Cena prevails with 13 victories over Orton's 8.  

WWE Backlash 2025: John Cena and Randy Orton to Battle for Undisputed Championship

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IPL 2025

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Indian Premier League, 2025

Pakistan tour of New Zealand, 2025

Women's Premier League, 2025

ICC Champions Trophy, 2025

India tour of Australia, 2024/25

England tour of Australia, 2025/26

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South Africa Women and India Women tour of Sri Lanka, 2025

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Cricket

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Virat Kohli on May 12 wrote an emotional post on Instagram announcing his retirement from Test cricket weeks ahead of Test series against England.

Virat Kohli is India's fourth-highest Test run-scorer.

Kohli has 30 centuries in Test format.

Kohli is India's most successful Test captain. 

Virat Kohli

Heartbroken RCB react to Virat Kohli's retirement announcement from Test cricket

As per a report by an Australian media outlet, the star left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc may not rejoin Delhi Capitals when IPL 2025 resumes.

Mitchell Starc is Delhi Capitals' leading wicket-taker in IPL 2025.

Report claims Starc's manager has said that he may not return.

Delhi Capitals are placed fifth on IPL 2025 points table. 

T Natarajan, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, Axar Patel

Big blow to Delhi Capitals! Star overseas player may not return when IPL 2025 resumes

Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans become the first franchise who resume their practice for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 after a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. 

IPL 2025 suspended for a week amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

Gujarat Titans resumed their practice session in Ahmedabad.

Hardik Pandya of Mumbai Indians reacts after taking wicket of Shubman Gill of Gujrat Titans during the 2025 IPL match between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians on March 29, 2025

IPL-winning team begins practice session for rest of cash-rich league 2025 after India-Pakistan understanding

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will most likely to resume from next week across four venues, with the specific locations still to be finalised. The venues for the eliminator and final matches are expected to remain unchanged. 

Josh Hazlewood doubtful for IPL 2025. 

IPL 2025 will most likely to resume from next week. 

Virat Kohli and Josh Hazlewood are seen during a practice session of Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens cricket ground in Kolkata, India, on March 20, 2025.

Big jolt to Virat Kohli's RCB, star speedster with most wickets doubtful for return after IPL 2025 resumption

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to resume on May 16 or 17 after the ceasefire agreement on the India-Pakistan border. 


IPL 2025 is set to resume on May 16 or 17. 

The first game since resumption will be played between LSG and RCB.

Ricky Ponting head coach of the Punjab Kings during the 2025 IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens on April 26, 2025, in Kolkata, India

'Only he could have pulled that off...': PBKS lauds Ricky Ponting for his pep talk that prompted anxious team's foreign players to stay back in India after ceasefire

Basketball

Due to his solid build and gifted height, Calaway naturally gravitated towards basketball. He was active at the Varsity level, but an encounter with Charles Barkley changed everything.

Charles Barkley is a former NBA MVP.

The Undertaker is a WWE Hall of Famer.

The Undertaker and Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley Reveals Details of Encounter with The Undertaker That Inspired the Future WWE Legend to Ditch Basketball for Wrestling

Virat Kohli has played 123 Test matches and scored 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, with 30 centuries and 31 fifties in 210 innings and the best score of 254*.

Virat Kohli announced Test retirement on May 12. 

Kohli's last Test outing came in Australia during the BGT 2024-25.

Virat Kohli and Mohammed Siraj

'Dressing room won’t be the same without you': Mohammed Siraj shares heartfelt post as his 'superhero' Virat Kohli announces Test retirement

Others

The Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall fight for the UFC Heavyweight title makes all the sense, but for some unknown reason, the contest is yet to get the official nod from the promotion.

Jon Jones last fought at UFC 309.

Jon Jones is the current UFC Heavyweight Champion.

Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall for the heavyweight title makes all the sense in the world.

Tom Aspinall vs Jon Jones

'Today is the day': Frustrated with the Delay Tom Aspinall Provides Massive Update on Potential UFC Heavyweight Title Unification Fight with Jon Jones

Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of an era that saw one of the modern greats dominate the longest format of the game with unmatched passion and intensity.


Virat Kohli scored 9,230 runs in his Test career. 

Virat Kohli celebrates his century during day two of the First Specsavers Test Match between England and India at Edgbaston on August 2, 2018 in Birmingham, England. 

Virat Kohli - India's alpha male who revolutionised Tests in a dazzling way

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) appointed Australia's World Cup-winning speedster Shaun Tait as their fast bowling coach ahead of the white ball series against the UAE and Pakistan. 

Shaun Tait joins BCB as fast bowling coach. 

Bangladesh to play T20I series against UAE and Pakistan. 

Australia bowlers Brett Lee (L) and Shaun Tait wait for their turn to bowl in the nets during a training session at The Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera in Ahmedabad on March 22, 2011.