WWE Backlash 2025, held on May 10 in St. Louis, delivered high-stakes drama as John Cena retained the Undisputed Title against Randy Orton in their final clash—with help from R-Truth, whom he shockingly attacked afterward. Jacob Fatu kept his U.S. Title with Jeff Cobb’s debut assist, Lyra Valkyria defeated Becky Lynch, and Pat McAfee impressed despite losing to Gunther. The event set the tone for WWE’s summer storylines.