Cena Retains Title in Controversial Saudi Showdown

At WWE Night of Champions 2025 in Riyadh, John Cena retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk in a controversial match that saw interference from Seth Rollins. In the buildup, Punk parodied Cena’s ‘Doctor of Thuganomics’ persona on SmackDown with a custom rap, intensifying their rivalry and drawing attention from fans and industry figures. WWE and Triple H highlighted Punk’s public apology to Saudi fans for a past tweet, signaling his growth outside the ring. The feud was fueled by emotional promos and social media exchanges, with Cena remaining composed throughout. The event also featured notable title changes and heated tag team contests, underscoring its significance in the WWE calendar. As Cena’s retirement tour advances, speculation mounts about Cody Rhodes potentially challenging for the title at SummerSlam.