• Big Return Might Result In A New AEW World Champion At All In: Texas
It looks like Darby Allin could be making his return at AEW’s All In: Texas PPV, with word going on that he’ll cost Jon Moxley the AEW World Championship in a Texas Death Match against 2025 Owen Hart Tournament winner, “Hangman” Adam Page. Sidelined since December 2024 after Moxley’s Death Riders threw him down a stairwell, Allin’s recent Mount Everest climb has fueled anticipation for his comeback. Bryan Alvarez noted on Wrestling Observer Live that Allin might interfere in the main event, stating, “Darby will probably show up at All In and cost Moxley that match with Hangman.”
Allin’s feud with Moxley, sparked by a Grand Slam 2024 title shot loss, sets up a revenge arc. His Everest achievement enhances his heroic persona, making a return at All In a huge moment for the company.
Multiple other sources noted that the Texas Death Match stipulation was booked because there’s gonna be a lot of interferences in this match. Many fans on social media believe that this is going to be similar to the Bloodline Rules Match between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40.
• Spoiler On Jelly Roll’s SummerSlam Opponent
Jelly Roll is stepping into the WWE spotlight once again, and this time, it’s going be more than just a cameo. The chart-topping artist is confirmed for this tonight’s SmackDown. But according to WrestleVotes, this appearance might be part of something larger. The outlet reports that WWE insiders expect it “to be the start of something more.” There’s also “anticipation the music superstar will make additional appearances in the near future.”
PWInsider later reported that Jelly Roll has been training to have his WWE debut match at SummerSlam 2025. In an update from PWInsider, Jelly Roll will begin a feud with Logan Paul on tonight’s show, which will culminate in a match at WWE’s biggest event of the summer. Right now, it’s not clear if it’s going to be a singles match or a tag team match.
At SummerSlam 2024, Jelly Roll got physical in the ring, delivering a chokeslam to Austin Theory. A longtime wrestling fan, he’s talked openly in interviews about wanting to do more inside the ring, especially after focusing on weight loss to make that dream a reality.
Logan’s last match took place in the main event of Money In The Bank 2025, where he teamed up with John Cena to lose to Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso.
• Why John Cena Will Make Only 2 TV Appearances Before SummerSlam 2025
John Cena last appeared on WWE programming at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia, where he defeated CM Punk to retain the Undisputed WWE Championship. His next appearance on WWE TV will be on the July 18th episode of SmackDown. After that, Cena will appear on August 1st episode of SmackDown, which will be the go-home edition of the show for SummerSlam.
Then on August 3rd, Cena will defend the WWE Title against King of the Ring winner Cody Rhodes in the main event of SummerSlam 2025 – Night 2 at MetLife Stadium. Cena will only make two television appearances on the road to WWE’s biggest event of the summer because he’s busy filming upcoming Netflix movie “Little Brother” with Eric André in New Jersey.
• “I don’t want John Cena. He’s a little b*tch these days” – Top SmackDown Star
Drew McIntyre has made it clear that his sights are firmly set on reclaiming the WWE Championship and he’s not interested in going through John Cena to do it. Speaking to Sports Illustrated, McIntyre declared that he’s returning with a new mindset and is determined to become champion again. “I’m back to get what’s mine. It’s time for Drew McIntyre to be WWE Champion again. Get what I deserve. Get what I’ve earned,” he said. Despite being asked about potentially ending John Cena’s career in a high-stakes title match, McIntyre dismissed the idea of facing the 17-time World Champion, saying Cena isn’t the same performer he used to be.
“I’ve never had a singles match with Cena. (He’s) been ducking me his entire career. Don’t know why,” McIntyre said. “He tore CM Punk apart that one week on the microphone with a pipebomb. I enjoyed it and I was like, ‘God, I’d love to come back at Cena on the microphone.’ But he’s not the same John Cena. He’s a little b*tch these days. So, I don’t want John Cena. I want Cody Rhodes.”
McIntyre described Rhodes as the ideal target, praising his work ethic but insisting he’s the one true top star. “Cody is everything, you know, basically that he says he is. He does work his absolute a$$ off. He is that talented and he’s earned everything he’s got,” McIntyre said. “But as I mentioned, Cena’s not the same Cena… I want Cody Rhodes. He’s the best we’ve got right now until I beat him because I know I’m the best we’ve got.”
With his return, McIntyre says fans should expect an evolved version of himself, more determined than ever to capture the top prize in WWE.
• Teddy Long Comments On The Death Of His Son
On July 7th, news broke that WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long’s son, Antione Long, has passed away. Word of Antione’s death emerged over that weekend as friends and loved ones expressed sorrow and shared memories on social media platforms, particularly Facebook.
While Antione did not follow his father into a public career within wrestling, he was nevertheless familiar to many fans and figures in the community thanks to Teddy Long’s prominent legacy. He maintained an active presence online, and had even posted a photo from Planet Fitness just four days before his passing, leaving many stunned by the sudden news.
On the Wrestling’s Road Trip After Hours podcast, Teddy had the following to say about his son’s death:
“He passed, I believe, last Thursday. We found him Friday. He was in his home, and he was unresponsive. So basically, I’m waiting on the autopsy to let us kind of know what really happened. And he was lying on his bed, still had his clothes on and everything, and one of his friends came there and found him in the house… nothing we can do. God’s call.”
Also Read: Charlotte Flair Named Most Harassed Athlete Online in New Study, Top 15 Revealed
