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Cody Rhodes teases potential new alliance with the man responsible for John Cena's heel turn

Pat McAfee finally breaks silence on sudden WWE absence

June 25, 2025

 

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Cody Rhodes has stirred speculation by hinting at a possible alliance with The Rock, the man behind John Cena's shocking heel turn earlier this year. At Elimination Chamber, Cena betrayed Rhodes after seemingly accepting The Rock’s offer that Rhodes had refused. This betrayal led to Cena dethroning Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 to become Undisputed WWE Champion.

In a recent interview with Kay Adams, Rhodes suggested that if The Rock had his way, Rhodes would’ve turned heel too. While he didn’t confirm a shift in character, The American Nightmare teasingly acknowledged the possibility of aligning with The Final Boss, raising eyebrows about a potential darker path for him moving forward.

Je’Von Evans continues to turn heads in WWE, solidifying his status as one of NXT’s fastest-rising stars. Since his debut, the 21-year-old has consistently delivered standout performances, including a memorable match against Randy Orton on the October 8, 2024 episode of NXT, where, despite the loss, he earned Orton’s respect. Evans has also come close to major victories, narrowly missing out on wins at Deadline 2024 and Worlds Collide 2025.

On this week’s episode of the Black and Silver brand, Evans faced Tavion Heights in a high-stakes match where a win would allow Heights to leave the No Quarter Catch Crew. During commentary, Corey Graves praised Evans, calling him the “talk of the game” and highlighting that he’s even being discussed on WWE RAW by top stars, proof that Evans’ momentum is reaching beyond NXT.

Pat McAfee has finally addressed his absence from Monday Night RAW, revealing that he’s currently on hiatus due to exhaustion. The popular commentator and former NFL star hasn’t been seen since the Money in the Bank Premium Live Event, sparking speculation about his WWE status.

Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, he explained that the demanding schedule had left him feeling “pretty exhausted,” prompting his decision to step back for a while. McAfee thanked WWE for their ongoing support and understanding during this break, while Wade Barrett and Corey Graves continue to fill in alongside Michael Cole on commentary.

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Liv Morgan suffered a dislocated shoulder during her match against Kairi Sane on RAW last week and is expected to undergo surgery, sidelining her for up to six months. This raised questions about the future of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship.

According to PWInsider, WWE has decided not to strip Raquel Rodriguez of the titles. Instead, Roxanne Perez will step in as Raquel’s new tag team partner, allowing the duo to continue defending the championships in Morgan’s absence. This move keeps Raquel active in the title picture while giving Perez a major opportunity on the main roster.

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This weekend, WWE fans will finally witness the long-awaited rematch between CM Punk and John Cena, set for Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The two icons will battle for Cena’s Undisputed WWE Championship in a clash that’s been over a decade in the making, and it’s already the most talked-about match on the card.

Adding even more intrigue, there’s speculation that hip-hop superstar Travis Scott could make a surprise appearance. Given his past on-screen association with Cena, his involvement isn’t out of the question.

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