Raw Preview 🔮, Cena’s Final Match Revealed 🌆, RIP Sabu 💔

Monday, May 12th, 2025

🏆 WWE Backlash 2025: Biggest Winners & Losers

John Cena proved critics wrong by delivering an impressive performance against Randy Orton at WWE Backlash 2025, seemingly silencing whispers of his waning prowess. Meanwhile, the likes of Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest were seemingly lost in a crowded match. The women's division, led by Lyra Valkyria's victory over Becky Lynch, showed promise for the future. Conversely, Pat McAfee's increasing dominance in the WWE landscape was met with some criticism, reflecting a divide between WWE's past and future.

🥊 WWE Backlash 2025: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved

Backlash 2025 had its fair share of highs and lows. Standout moments included Solo Sikoa's surprise play and Lyra Valkyria's impressive Women's Intercontinental Championship retention against Becky Lynch, with Valkyria's performance hailed as 'insane' and 'a great babyface'. On the downside, Dominik Mysterio and Penta's match was underwhelming, with the writer confessing, 'I could not care less about this match'. Pat McAfee's involvement in the GUNTHER match sparked controversy, while John Cena and Randy Orton's over-reliance on finishers was criticized. Despite the negatives, the Cena-Orton feud was appreciated for its in-ring storytelling.

🔥 Matt Hardy Reveals Dangerous Incident That Nearly Sparked Legitimate Fight

In a recent episode of his podcast, TNA star Matt Hardy recalled a perilous 1997 incident, just before signing his first WWE contract. In an independent wrestling match on an unpadded clay ground, an opponent dismissed Hardy's safety concerns and failed to catch Hardy's brother, Jeff, during a planned dive. 'He ran and dove out. And this guy completely sidestepped him, and Jeff just smacked [the clay].' The incident escalated into a near brawl, with the Hardy Boyz eventually leaving the venue under the protection of future WWE star Shane Helms.

🌆 City For John Cena’s Final WWE Match Revealed

John Cena's farewell tour is set to end in Boston, Massachusetts this December. Cena’s final bout will take place at the TD Garden, just short of his hometown, West Newbury.

😢 Wrestling World Pays Tribute To Hardcore Icon Sabu

The wrestling world mourns the loss of Sabu, a game-changing performer who changed the industry with his acrobatics and fearlessness. Tributes poured in from across the globe, with industry giants like WWE, AEW, and TNA expressing their condolences. Sabu's friend, Rob Van Dam, led the tributes with a simple emoji, while other stars like Francine and Bully Ray shared heartfelt messages. 'Without a doubt, one of the most influential wrestlers of all time.' said Brett Lauderdale, owner of GCW, where Sabu wrestled his final match.

😔 Sabu dies at 60 years old

The wrestling world mourns as ECW legend, Sabu, passed away at the age of 60. According to PWInsider, Sabu, whose real name was Terry Brunk, had his retirement match less than a month ago, where he emerged victorious against independent star Joey Janela. 'Tributes to Sabu have been pouring in from the entire wrestling world' notes Cageside Seats, who extend their condolences to his family and friends. Sabu's last public appearance was at the ECW Arena convention just last weekend.

🔮 Major Update On Mina Shirakawa's AEW Future

After wrapping up her stint with STARDOM in Japan, Mina Shirakawa is set to join the AEW in the US. Her last appearance was at the Winter is Coming edition of 'AEW Dynamite' in December 2024. Fightful Select reports that Shirakawa will soon grace AEW programming again, even hinting at an appearance in the coming weeks. Shirakawa has won over AEW officials and is anticipated to make a significant impact once she becomes a full-time roster member.

🎬 Becky Lynch Praises AEW Star After Filming Movie Together

Becky Lynch shares a positive experience working with AEW star MJF on the set of 'Happy Gilmore 2'. Despite their affiliations to rival wrestling organizations, Lynch found MJF to be a 'very nice boy' with 'great chats'. Even though their filming happened before Lynch's shocking heel turn attack on Lyra Valkyria, she believes MJF would back her stance on Valkyria.