Was WWE Backlash 2025 Better Than It Had Any Right to Be?

WWE Backlash 2025 came out swinging—and somehow overdelivered.What looked like a post-WrestleMania cooldown turned into one of the most emotional, violent, and story-packed nights in recent WWE memory. From Cena and Orton’s brutal final chapter to Jacob Fatu's rise and Becky vs. Lyra stealing the show, this wasn’t a filler PLE—it was a statement.In this episode, we break down every major moment, match, and moment of madness of WWE Backlash—including one very unexpected debut from Jeff Cobb, a possible R-Truth redemption arc, and the storytelling masterpiece happening right under our noses.Here’s what we'll cover:John Cena’s desperation and possible sendoffJacob Fatu’s slow face turn and Jeff Cobb's debutBecky Lynch’s shocking loss and brutal post-match attackPenta vs Dominik: chaos, masks, and Judgment Day cracksGunther turning Pat McAfee into chopped meatWrestleMania may have been dessert. But this? This was the main course.#johncena #randyorton #wwebacklash ---00:00 Intro 02:11 (C) Jacob Fatu vs. LA Knight vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest – Fatal 4-Way for US Title 04:18 Solo Sikoa is Scared 06:13 Jacob Fatu is Turning Babyface 08:48 Summer 2025 for Jeff Cobb, LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, and Jacob Fatu 11:42 (C) Lyra Valkyria vs. Becky Lynch – WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship 15:20 Becky Lynch’s Post-Match Disarm-Her 19:27 (C) Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta – WWE Intercontinental Championship 20:25 Fans Love Dominik Mysterio 22:50 El Grande Americano is GOOFY! 24:41 Finn Balor is a Hater 26:52 Who’s Helping Dominik When Judgment Day Turns on Him? 31:06 WWE is Making Penta a Star 34:10 Do Wrestling Viewers Matter? 39:00 Gunther vs. Pat McAfee 40:35 Are Pro Wrestling Matches Rehearsed? 43:15 Pat McAfee Doesn’t Belong in a Wrestling Ring 50:25 (C) John Cena vs. Randy Orton – Undisputed WWE Championship 53:31 Randy Orton Got Screwed 54:41 John Cena is Boring 01:01:24 Heel Cena is Failing 01:23:45 WWE Summer 2025 01:04:55 How Should John Cena Retire? 01:07:25 R-Truth Needs John Cena 01:12:53 R-Truth Doesn’t Need to Beat John Cena 01:16:03 The Rock with Cena Was a Waste 01:22:04 Does John Cena Need to Be a Heel at the Hall of Fame? 01:26:01 Outro ---🛍️ Wear the Show — Official Tristen Law Show MerchIf you love the show, why not wear it? From tees to hoodies, rep The Tristen Law Show everywhere you go. Your support means the world to me.👉 https://TristenLawShow.myspreadshop.com/📬 Get My Free Newsletter — Unfiltered, Just for YouWant real talk without the YouTube filter? I send out two emails a month straight from me to you—unfiltered thoughts, updates, behind-the-scenes stuff, and things I don’t (or can’t) say on the YouTube. It’s completely FREE.👉 https://thetristenlawshow.substack.com✨ Hey, it’s Tristen. I’m glad you’re here.Whether you’re a diehard wrestling fan or just curious about what’s going on in the ring, you’re officially part of a community now.📅 I go live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at Noon Eastern. It’s just me, you, and the wild world of pro wrestling. Pull up, bring your opinions, and let’s talk.💬 I actually read every comment—so if something’s on your mind, let me know I want to hear from you.👍 If you’re enjoying the content, the best way to help keep it going is to subscribe and share this channel with a friend. Seriously, every single subscriber makes a difference.📲 You can also keep up with me here:My Personal Instagram & Threads ➡️ https://instagram.com/therealbigtrisThe Tristen Law Show IG ➡️ https://instagram.com/tristenlawshow