WWE SmackDown Builds to SummerSlam in Texas

WWE SmackDown airs live from San Antonio, Texas, on July 18, 2025, featuring a contract signing between Undisputed Champion John Cena and Cody Rhodes as they prepare for SummerSlam. The show highlights major stars such as Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, Jade Cargill, and Charlotte Flair, and includes a Fatal Four-Way to determine challengers for new WWE Tag Team Champions Dexter Lumis and Joe Gacy of The Wyatt Sicks. WWE has announced 11 additional dates for Raw and SmackDown, including John Cena's final Chicago appearance on September 5. The SummerSlam card now features Cena vs. Rhodes, Gunther vs. CM Punk, a Women's World Championship Triple Threat, and a celebrity-hosted event by Cardi B and Jelly Roll. Storylines intensify across the men's and women's divisions, with speculation about Seth Rollins' injury and developments in the women's tag team scene. TNA Slammiversary and its championship match are no longer featured in the current coverage.