WWE predictions for 2025: What’s next for John, Cody & Seth?

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Islamabad: WWE’s first-ever two-night SummerSlam in 2025 delivered WrestleMania-level shocks and storytelling, setting the stage for seismic shifts in the company’s top-tier narratives heading into Survivor Series.

With Cody Rhodes reclaiming the Undisputed WWE Championship, Brock Lesnar decimating John Cena, and Seth Rollins walking out as World Heavyweight Champion after defeating longtime nemesis CM Punk, WWE’s creative trajectory is now becoming clearer for its major stars.

Here’s what’s next for three of WWE’s marquee names.

John Cena’s Retirement Tour Brings Legendary Rivalries Full Circle

WWE appears to have permanently shelved any plans for a heel turn for the 17-time world champion. Cena’s final run is steeped in nostalgia, and his next chapter is already writing itself — a renewed feud with Brock Lesnar.

In a throwback to Lesnar’s shocking 2012 return, “The Beast Incarnate” attacked Cena at SummerSlam in brutal fashion, reigniting a rivalry steeped in history.

With time running out on Cena’s in-ring career, expect a high-stakes showdown between the two legends, potentially in an Extreme Rules match. WWE may look to wrap up this rivalry before fall.

Beyond Lesnar, several dream matches remain on Cena’s retirement checklist. A clash with Roman Reigns is almost inevitable, while a final battle with AJ Styles would be a nod to their celebrated 2016 series.

The ultimate blockbuster a trilogy-ending showdown with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson — hinges on Johnson’s schedule. WWE seems poised to position Survivor Series as Cena’s symbolic torch-passing moment.

Cody Rhodes’ Uncertain Path as Champion

Cody Rhodes may be standing tall as the Undisputed WWE Champion, but his road to Survivor Series is filled with ambiguity. His first reign was defined by stellar matches rather than gripping storylines, and WWE now faces the challenge of scripting a compelling second act.

Potential challengers like Cena and Rollins are otherwise engaged, and the company must look elsewhere for meaningful opposition. Drew McIntyre emerges as a logical contender for the upcoming Clash in Paris, possibly drawing in crossover star Logan Paul for added intrigue.

If Aleister Black manages to topple Damian Priest, he could be a fresh and formidable rival to Rhodes, offering both in-ring chemistry and a new dynamic. While a third showdown between Cena and Rhodes seems unlikely before Survivor Series, WWE could keep that possibility open for a final chapter down the line.

Seth Rollins and Faction Warfare Sets Up Survivor Series Showdown

Rollins’ post-SummerSlam grip on WWE programming is ironclad. Fresh off claiming the World Heavyweight Championship from CM Punk, Rollins and his faction are now the dominant force on Monday nights. This power base makes them ideal for anchoring the men’s traditional Survivor Series elimination match.

Although WWE has drifted away from branding the event as “WarGames” in recent years, the classic Survivor Series team format offers the perfect stage for faction warfare. Rollins’ group has accrued a long list of adversaries since WrestleMania — among them Punk, Roman Reigns, LA Knight, and Jey Uso.

If WWE seeks a blockbuster main event, the storyline could easily expand to include Brock Lesnar, potentially through his Paul Heyman ties, and even Cena and Rhodes, forming a superteam of uneasy allies to take on Rollins’ faction. Until then, expect Rollins to continue manipulating the game and fending off challengers as champion.

With storylines simmering and rivalries reigniting, WWE appears ready to escalate tension and spectacle as it builds toward Survivor Series 2025. Whether it’s Cena’s final battles, Rhodes’ uncertain title reign, or Rollins’ faction dominance, fans can expect fireworks in the coming months.