John Cena vs. Randy Orton Set for Backlash Main Event

LAS VEGAS — WWE has announced a highly anticipated main event for the Backlash Premium Live Event on May 10. John Cena, fresh off his record-breaking 17th world championship victory over Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, will face Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

This matchup was teased during a recent episode of Monday Night Raw. Cena appeared in Las Vegas to promote his championship reign, claiming he would ‘ruin wrestling’ as champion. However, he was unexpectedly ambushed by Orton, who delivered an RKO, establishing his intentions towards Cena’s title.

WWE is showcasing this match in Orton’s hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, leading fans to speculate it’s the right setting for this showdown. Wrestling insiders WrestleVotes confirmed these developments, noting that the match would be billed as “One Last Time,” marking their first one-on-one encounter in over eight years.

The rivalry between Cena and Orton stretches back over two decades, with both men rising through WWE’s Ohio Valley Wrestling system before their debuts on SmackDown in 2002. Fan nostalgia for their fierce competition in the late 2000s and early 2010s remains strong, as Orton seeks to close the gap on Cena’s record of world titles, currently trailing by just three championships.

This match at Backlash serves as a significant moment in the history of WWE, drawing excitement from long-time fans. Further announcements regarding the full card for Backlash will be provided as details emerge.