3 WWE Superstars Who Are Set To Skip Backlash 2025

Cody Rhodes is among the WWE superstars who are set to skip Backlash 2025. The American Nightmare has been off WWE TV since Wrestlemania 41. Cody lost to John Cena in the main event of Wrestlemania 41.

Cody Rhodes
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Cody Rhodes

Cody Rhodes is one of the top superstars who have been away from WWE since Wrestlemania 41. The American Nightmare lost his Undisputed WWE Championship against John Cena in the main event of Wrestlemania Sunday.

Cody Rhodes
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Cody Rhodes

Cody Rhodes is set to make his return soon but for now, he will skip WWE Backlash. Cody is advertised for Money in the Bank 2025 and is likely to participate in the Ladder Match for the first time since his WWE return.

Roman Reigns
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Roman Reigns

Roman Reigns has been on a break from WWE since Raw after Wrestlemania 41. The Tribal Chief is on a part-time deal with WWE since 2022 and his absence from WWE TV isn't a big surprise.

Roman Reigns
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Roman Reigns

Roman Reigns is now advertised for SummerSlam 2025 and the fans should expect him to return in July. The Biggest Party of the Summer is scheduled to take place on August 2 and 3.

CM Punk
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CM Punk

CM Punk was part of Raw after Wrestlemania 41 and made his return on this week's show. But he isn't booked for Backlash and looks set to miss the show.

CM Punk
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CM Punk

CM Punk is advertised for Money in the Bank and he could challenge John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship at the premium live event. Punk is likely to be present on next week's Raw.

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