The go-home "WWE SmackDown" before SummerSlam 2025 warmed up Newark with quite a surprise. Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena opened the night to set the table for his big rematch against Cody Rhodes, but instead of the Cena we've seen for most of 2025, he reverted to his iconic "Super Cena" ways.

The age of John Cena as a heel officially seems to be over. During tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Cena seemingly turned babyface, in a heartfelt moment with Cody Rhodes in the ring. The show opened tonight with Cena and Rhodes facing off in the ring.

John Cena is a babyface again, Giulia is still the Women's United States Champion and Jelly Roll looks ready to roll Saturday night at WWE SummerSlam. Here's all your SmackDown highlights and results.