This summer’s WWE scene could ignite with a high-stakes Cody Rhodes vs John Cena at SummerSlam match, as insider predictions point to Cody Rhodes earning a shot at Cena’s title. Inside sources, including noted commentator Sam Roberts, have weighed in on the likely progression of the King Of The Ring tournament and its impact on the SummerSlam event.
Cody Rhodes Eyeing Cena’s Title at SummerSlam
With John Cena set to defend his championship at SummerSlam, all eyes are on the ongoing King Of The Ring tournament. This prestigious event determines who will challenge Cena, with semi-finalists Sami Zayn, Randy Orton, Jey Uso, and Cody Rhodes locked in competition. Debate is strong about which competitor deserves to advance, but Sam Roberts, on Notsam Wrestling, has publicly shared his belief that the most compelling storyline would see Cody Rhodes reaching the final against his former Legacy stablemate, Randy Orton.
Roberts stated his conviction regarding the tournament’s outcome:
“Every instinct in me is Cody beats Randy Orton at Night of Champions, and at SummerSlam, you do Cody vs John Cena.”
—Sam Roberts, Wrestling Commentator
If Rhodes can overcome Orton in the finals, he would secure the coveted opportunity to face John Cena at SummerSlam, setting the stage for a powerful clash between eras.
Unfolding Feud: John Cena vs Ron Killings on SmackDown
Parallel to the tournament saga, Ron Killings—formerly known as R-Truth—returned to WWE at Money In The Bank, launching a heated rivalry with John Cena. Killings, who made headlines by reappearing just a week after announcing WWE had not renewed his contract, targeted Cena immediately upon his comeback. The aggression continued on the following SmackDown episode, where Killings attacked the seventeen-time champion twice.
In response to these ambushes, Cena demanded a one-on-one match with Killings. SmackDown authority Nick Aldis later confirmed that the bout would happen as a non-title contest. Sam Roberts speculated that Killings could potentially earn an upset victory, especially if any of Cena’s rivals interfere, further advancing the already dynamic landscape heading into SummerSlam.
The Road Ahead for WWE’s Biggest Stars
As the King Of The Ring tournament narrows and the storyline between John Cena and Ron Killings intensifies, WWE fans anticipate a possible Cody Rhodes vs John Cena at SummerSlam showdown. The possibility hinges on Rhodes defeating Orton in the finals, a scenario seen as electrifying the fanbase and raising the stakes for SummerSlam. Whichever path the tournament takes, the potential matchups, from Cody Rhodes challenging the legendary John Cena to surprise developments on SmackDown, ensure major implications for titles, rivalries, and the overall direction of WWE’s summer blockbuster events.
