WWE Night of Champions 2025 Highlights With Full Winners List, and King and Queen of the Ring
WWE Night of Champions 2025 took place in Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, where major titles were defended and two new tournament winners were crowned. The event featured emotional rivalries, big surprises and some matches that sparked debates among fans.
Here is a clear and detailed look at who won on Night of Champions 2025 and what happened in each key match.
Cody Rhodes Wins King of the Ring, Orton Teases Future Turn
The King of the Ring 2025 final ended the way most people expected. Cody Rhodes defeated Randy Orton to win the crown and earn a future title shot at SummerSlam. But it wasn’t the result that stood out, it was what happened after the match.
During the fight, Rhodes wrestled more aggressively than usual. Orton, on the other hand, looked like he was about to turn heel. At one point, he aimed for his signature punt kick but held back. That hesitation cost him the crown.
After the match, Rhodes praised Orton and called him a mentor. But the way he spoke made it feel like there was tension between them. The camera caught Orton standing on the ramp with a cold expression. It looked like he might attack. Even though the result was expected, the emotional angle made it one of the most talked-about moments of the night.
Jade Cargill Becomes Queen of the Ring, But Match Length Disappoints
Jade Cargill beat Asuka to win the Queen of the Ring on Night of Champions 2025, but the was only lasts about eight minutes. Considering the stakes and the buildup, fans expected more time for both women to showcase their skills.
Asuka was making her return after over a year. Cargill had finally earned a shot at a singles title opportunity. Despite that this final match was the shortest of the entire event. Other matches like Cody vs Orton and Ripley vs Rodriguez got nearly double the time.
Cargill looked strong in the ring and deserved the win, but the match did not feel like the important moment it should have been. A longer, more competitive fight could have helped both wrestlers and added more value to the Queen of the Ring title.
Solo Sikoa Wins United States Title with Help from Bloodline Members
One of the biggest results of the night was Solo Sikoa winning the United States Championship from Jacob Fatu. With support from Tonga Loa, JC Mateo, and debuting brother Hikuleo, Solo gained the upper hand in a chaotic match.
Fatu performed well but the numbers game worked against him. The attack from Hikuleo sealed the win for Sikoa, marking the beginning of a stronger and more united version of The Bloodline.
Sikoa’s win did more than earn him a title. It showed that he is stepping into a leadership role, and that The Bloodline is once again a top faction to watch in WWE’s future storylines.
Sami Zayn Defeats Karrion Kross in Grudge Match Full of Emotion
Sami Zayn and Karrion Kross had a last-minute match added to the card, and it ended up being one of the most emotional bouts of the night.
Zayn stayed true to his values while showing new aggression in response to weeks of mind games from Kross. Throughout the match, Kross tried to push Zayn into becoming ruthless, using taunts and slow punishment.
One key moment came when the referee checked Zayn’s hand multiple times while he was trapped in a chokehold. He fought out and won clean showing that heart and discipline can still win even in today’s WWE.
Both wrestlers left the ring with more momentum than they had before. The match told a clear story and could lead to more meaningful rivalry ahead.
Rhea Ripley Defeats Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez Offers Weak Support
Rhea Ripley faced Raquel Rodriguez in a hard hitting street fight. Roxanne Perez tried to support Rodriguez but her interference didn’t help much. Ripley took control and knocked Perez out of the match with a trash can dropkick.
Rodriguez needed the win more than Ripley, but couldn’t get it done. While Ripley looked dominant as usual, the loss hurts Rodriguez’s momentum. Perez’s involvement also raised questions about her position in the faction and whether she’s ready for a tag title run.
John Cena Retains WWE Title in Overbooked Main Event Against CM Punk
The main event between John Cena and CM Punk had high expectations. But what followed was a chaotic match with several interferences, referee bumps, and distractions.
Punk kicked out of three Attitude Adjustments, but a briefcase attack and a stomp from Seth Rollins led to his loss. Cena looked like he might show respect by not using the belt to cheat, but he ended the match with a heel move anyway.
The match also included surprise appearances and possible hints at WarGames teams forming. However, the number of interruptions hurt the match quality. It felt like too many things were happening at once, taking away from the focus of the title match.
WWE Night of Champions 2025 Set Up Big Changes
If you are wondering who won the King and Queen of the Ring in 2025, the answer is Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill.
If you are looking for who won on Night of Champions, then the winners list includes John Cena, Rhea Ripley, Sami Zayn, Solo Sikoa, Jade Cargill, and Cody Rhodes.
The event delivered some expected outcomes, but the real value came from the storylines and rivalries that were shaped. The Bloodline’s rise, Cody vs Cena, and the Zayn-Kross conflict give fans many reasons to stay tuned.
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