WWE SmackDown Tonight: New Bloodline member may debut, Randy Orton to return, and a big Women’s division match expected
The WWE SmackDown episode on June 13, 2025, will start a new chapter for the upcoming Night of Champions event. This is the first episode after Money in the Bank 2025, and the storylines for the next big show will start from here.
The show will go live from Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, and WWE has already confirmed that some top superstars will appear. Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena and Miss Money in the Bank 2025 Naomi are set to be a part of tonight’s show.
The King and Queen of the Ring Tournament that began on Raw this week will also continue during this episode, with important matches lined up to decide who moves to the semi-finals.
Here are three big things that could happen on WWE SmackDown tonight:
Nia Jax to return and try to move ahead in Queen of the Ring tournament
WWE SmackDown tonight is important for the Women’s division. As per the official brackets shared by WWE, one of the matches tonight will be a fatal four-way match between Nia Jax, Jade Cargill, Michin, and Piper Niven.
The winner of this match will face Roxanne Perez in the semi-final. While all four are strong, the reports say that Nia Jax might win this match and make a strong comeback.
Her goal is to get back the Women’s Title that she lost to Tiffany Stratton. This match gives her a chance to begin her journey again.
Hikuleo may debut in WWE and join the Bloodline faction
Former NJPW star Hikuleo signed with WWE last year but hasn’t appeared on TV yet. According to PWInsider, he is expected to be at tonight’s event in Lexington, Kentucky.
There is a strong chance that Hikuleo will make his WWE debut on SmackDown tonight. Many reports also suggest he might become a new member of the Bloodline faction. This makes sense since the Bloodline storyline changed after Jacob Fatu betrayed Solo Sikoa during Money in the Bank 2025.
If Hikuleo joins the group, the Bloodline story will take a new turn. Fans might remember this debut for a long time.
Randy Orton will return tonight, and be part of the King of the Ring match
WWE SmackDown tonight will also mark the return of a legendary superstar. Randy Orton, who took a break from WWE TV after losing to John Cena at Backlash 2025, is expected to return in tonight’s episode.
As per the updated tournament brackets, there will be a fatal four-way match between Randy Orton, LA Knight, Aleister Black, and Carmelo Hayes.
This match is not just about winning a round. For Randy Orton, it’s a way to return in a strong way. Fans have been waiting for him, and the crowd in Kentucky will surely be excited to see him back.
What to expect from tonight’s SmackDown
WWE SmackDown tonight is more than just a regular episode. It will be the first big moment after Money in the Bank, with key stories developing.
The Bloodline story could get a new twist, King & Queen of the Ring matches will continue, and a legend like Randy Orton will return. If you are a WWE fan, you should not miss this one.
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