WWE to lay the ‘Smackdown' at Nutter Center
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — One of the biggest shows from World Wrestling Entertainment is returning to Dayton.
Tickets to see 'Friday Night Smackdown,' are available now ahead of the show on Friday, May 9.
John Cena announced that he'd be wrestling his final matches in 2025. With that in mind, this is likely the last time that Dayton-area fans can see the 13-time WWE champion in-person.
Alongside Cena, there will also be appearances from Cody Rhodes, Tiffany Stratton, Kevin Owens, Chelsea Green, LA Knight and more.
For more information about tickets, click here. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.
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