Cody Rhodes and John Cena Set to Appear on SmackDown – WWE has confirmed that Cody Rhodes and Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena will both appear on the May 30 episode of SmackDown, marking their first shared appearance since before WrestleMania 40. This comes just days after Rhodes made a shocking return at Saturday Night’s Main Event, where he attacked Cena during a high-profile segment.
The tension between Rhodes and Cena is expected to escalate further on SmackDown as both men prepare for their tag team showdown at Money in the Bank. The upcoming Premium Live Event will feature Cody Rhodes teaming with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso to take on Cena and United States Champion Logan Paul. With major egos and championship gold on both sides, Friday’s blue brand broadcast may ignite chaos ahead of the July spectacle.
In addition to the Rhodes-Cena confrontation, WWE has released the official lineup for the May 30 edition of SmackDown, featuring two critical qualifying matches for the Money in the Bank Ladder Matches:
Confirmed Card for WWE SmackDown (May 30):
- Women’s Money in the Bank Qualifying Match
Nia Jax vs. Naomi vs. Jade Cargill
This high-stakes Triple Threat will determine one of the contenders in the 2025 Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match, with former champions and a rising powerhouse all vying for a chance at a guaranteed title shot. - Men’s Money in the Bank Qualifying Match
Carmelo Hayes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Andrade
With three dynamic Superstars, including the unpredictable debuting force Jacob Fatu, this qualifier promises fireworks. - Bianca Belair Returns
The EST of WWE is back, and her return could shake up the women’s division just weeks before Money in the Bank. - John Cena and Cody Rhodes Appear Live
Their paths will officially cross again on SmackDown for the first time in months, and with emotions running high, a physical confrontation seems inevitable.
With the stakes rising and major stars converging, May 30’s SmackDown is shaping up to be a pivotal night on the road to Money in the Bank.
Cody Rhodes and John Cena Set to Appear on SmackDown
