WWE Backlash 2025 turned out to be an electrifying event. Fans were treated to five major matches, including four championship bouts though none of the titles changed hands. The highlight of the show was the main event, where John Cena defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton.
The match was competitive, but Cena resorted to underhanded tactics to secure the win. He delivered a low-blow and used the championship belt as a weapon to attack Orton. The defeat was especially hard for Orton, who was performing in front of his hometown crowd and had his family in attendance. Following the match, Orton’s first emotional reaction was shared publicly, where he expressed his disappointment over losing in front of his loved ones.
What Did WWE Legend Randy Orton Say?
Backstage footage released after the Undisputed WWE Championship match at Backlash 2025 captured Randy Orton’s emotional statement. He said:
“I really thought I was going to leave with the Undisputed Championship. God, I can’t even describe how awful this feeling is. My wife and children were sitting in the front row. My parents were at a suite. Some of my friends were in the arena as well. I saw my daughter so hyper.”
The veteran continued:
“I genuinely wanted to go home as a 15-time world champion. Still, the night wasn’t entirely ruined. I got to perform in front of my family. They got to see what I do in the ring. I wish I could’ve done a bit better, but I enjoyed every moment.”
What’s Next for Randy Orton at WWE SummerSlam 2025?
Randy Orton was supposed to be facing Kevin Owens at WrestleMania 41, but the encounter was scrapped when it was announced that Owens would have to undergo neck surgery and be out for the event. Orton expressed himself at WrestleMania against TNA Champion Joe Hendry.
Now, reports suggest that a potential blockbuster clash between Randy Orton and Nick Aldis could take place at SummerSlam 2025. Orton has previously delivered multiple RKOs to Aldis, including one at Backlash 2025. The groundwork appears to be set for an intense showdown, and it could also mark Aldis’s return to in-ring competition after a long hiatus.
