With the Night of Champions Premium Live event just hours away, the opening bout has reportedly been announced.
Pwinsider reports that the King of the Ring Tournament final featuring Randy Orton versus Cody Rhodes will kick off the event taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The two competitors promoted the match fiercely on the June 27th edition of SmackDown, each eager to claim the crown at SummerSlam and secure a world title opportunity.
The main event has John Cena putting the undisputed WWE Championship on the line against his longtime rival CM Punk. Here is the complete match card for the event:
WWE Night of Champions 2025 Match Card:
- King of the Ring Final: Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton
- Street Fight: Raquel Rodriguez vs Rhea Ripley
- Singles Match: Karrion Kross vs Sami Zayn
- US Championship Match: Jacob Fatu (c) vs Solosicore
- Queen of the Ring Final: Jade Cargill vs Asuka
- WWE Championship Match: John Cena (c) vs CM Punk
Fan Take: This lineup brings a compelling mix of established stars and rising talent, setting the stage for memorable moments that could redefine WWE’s championship landscape. The high-stakes King of the Ring final and Cena-Punk rivalry emphasize the event’s significance, promising excitement that every WWE fan will want to witness.
