John Cena and Randy Orton's rivarly runs deep. The generational stars have feuded for the world title numerous times. On WWE SmackDown, Orton added a new wrinkle to their Backlash encounter. For the first time, Orton will wrestle not only a contemporary in Cena, but also a legend.

Chelsea Green lost the WWE Women's United States Championship to Zelina Vega in a shocker last week. Green isn't shy in arguing with "SmackDown" general manager Nick Aldis, and she may be vouching for a title rematch after her reign as the inaugural WWE Women's United States Champion came to an end.

This is Wrestling Inc.'s live coverage for "WWE SmackDown" on May 2, 2025, with a singles match between Aleister Black and The Miz!