John Cena vs CM Punk: Who won at WWE Night of Champions 2025 and what's next? Feat
This blockbuster match, the first singles clash between Cena and Punk since 2013, reignited a storied rivalry from 2011-2012, notably their iconic Money in the Bank 2011 bout. Cena, on his 2025 farewell tour after turning heel at Elimination Chamber, won the title from Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, vowing to 'ruin wrestling' by retiring with it.
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CM Punk, challenging as a fan-favorite, aimed to 'save' the title, leveraging nostalgia with a Doctor of Thuganomics spoof promo.
Ahead of the bout, several experts heavily favored Cena to retain the championship, epecially since he is on his retirement tour. WrestlingNews suggested a potential Seth Rollins interference, possibly with his Money in the Bank briefcase, leading to a disqualification where Punk wins but doesn't claim the title.
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The bout is ongoing. We will update the result here. What's next for John Cena and CM Punk
If Cena wins, he is expected to carry the title into SummerSlam (August 2-3, 2025, MetLife Stadium), facing Cody Rhodes, who won the King of the Ring tournament against Randy Orton at Night of Champions, earning a title shot.
A Punk victory would set up a rematch with Cena at SummerSlam, possibly with Rhodes added for a triple-threat. CM Punk could also feud with Rollins or McIntyre, whose returns were teased.
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