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Randy Orton Ambushes John Cena Ahead of Backlash!

4/23/2025

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In a shocking twist on WWE Raw following WrestleMania, John Cena, the fresh Undisputed WWE Champion, was ambushed by Randy Orton, who unleashed a devastating RKO during Cena's promo. This unexpected confrontation ignites the excitement for a thrilling title showdown at Backlash, set to unfold in Orton's hometown of St. Louis on May 10.

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Story summary

In a shocking twist on WWE Raw following WrestleMania, John Cena, the fresh Undisputed WWE Champion, was ambushed by Randy Orton, who unleashed a devastating RKO during Cena's promo. This unexpected confrontation ignites the excitement for a thrilling title showdown at Backlash, set to unfold in Orton's hometown of St. Louis on May 10.