Cody Rhodes defeats John Cena at SummerSlam 2025 in an epic battle—but Brock Lesnar's shocking return steals the spotlight.

Cody Rhodes reclaimed the undisputed WWE championship, Brock Lesnar squashed John Cena and Seth Rollins claimed another world championship at the expense of longtime rival CM Punk. While WrestleMania is often a spiritual season finale, SummerSlam presented a clearer direction for the coming months.

Cody Rhodes defeated John Cena in a Street Fight in the main event of Night 2 of SummerSlam on Sunday to regain the Undisputed WWE Championship and avenge his loss at WrestleMania 41.