WWE SmackDown Preview - 07/25/2025: Cody vs. Cena Heats Up, Hogan Honored, Titles Defended, Mayhem Guaranteed

Cody Rhodes Breaks His Silence Before the Street Fight of the Summer
Last week, The American Nightmare made it official—forcing John Cena to sign on the dotted line for their Undisputed WWE Championship Street Fight at SummerSlam. Now, Cody Rhodes is set to address the WWE Universe in a highly anticipated live segment. With WrestleMania demons still looming and SummerSlam just around the corner, what message will Rhodes deliver before the most brutal battle of his title reign?
🕊️ WWE to Honor the Iconic Hulk Hogan
In an emotional tribute, WWE will remember the late Hulk Hogan, a Hall of Famer and industry titan whose influence shaped generations. Expect a powerful moment as the wrestling world honors the legacy of the Immortal One.
Tag Team Turmoil: The Wyatt Sicks vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix
The WWE Tag Team Champions, The Wyatt Sicks, defend their titles for the first time against red-hot contenders Andrade and Rey Fenix, who earned the shot by surviving a vicious Fatal 4-Way. Will the eerie champions retain, or will this dynamic duo defy the odds and claim gold?
Bliss vs. Perez — Tag Team Tensions Boil Over
Before they clash for the WWE Women's Tag Team Titles at SummerSlam, Alexa Bliss goes one-on-one with champion Roxanne Perez. Bliss helped Charlotte Flair score a win last week—can she repeat the feat solo and gain momentum heading into the championship showdown?
Homecoming Chaos: Logan Paul Returns to Cleveland
It’s a star-studded night in The Land as Logan Paul comes home with Drew McIntyre by his side to hype their tag match against Randy Orton and Jelly Roll. Will Paul get a hero’s welcome—or will the Apex Predator and the country star strike first?
🗣️ MainEvent.News | Backstage Take:
SmackDown is stacking the deck ahead of SummerSlam with emotional farewells, first-time matchups, and major star power. Cody’s mic time could ignite a new layer in the Rhodes vs. Cena war, while honoring Hogan reminds us how deep WWE's legacy runs. The Wyatt Sicks continue to dominate, but Andrade and Fenix are the wildcards. This episode is loaded—don’t blink.
📺 Don’t miss SmackDown – Friday, July 25 at 8ET/7CT on USA!