WWE SmackDown is live tonight from the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois! Tonight, John Cena makes his final appearance in Chicago, CM Punk is teasing a big surprise, and a lot more. Let’s take a look at everything announced for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown:
WWE SmackDown card: September 5, 2025
Sami Zayn returns to SmackDown as United States Champion
WWE’s official preview:
After conquering Solo Sikoa last week to finally claim the United States Championship, Sami Zayn returns to SmackDown with the star-spangled title.
John Cena makes his final appearance in Chicago
WWE’s official preview:
John Cena is rolling into The Windy City one last time.
After defeating Logan Paul at WWE Clash in Paris, what’s in store for “The Greatest of All Time”?
CM Punk returns to Chicago
WWE’s official preview:
On Monday Night Raw, Becky Lynch stepped to CM Punk as he was trying to get to Seth Rollins and repeatedly slapped The Second City Saint.
In response, Punk made it clear that The Visionary would regret cashing in on him and that The Man will regret putting her hands on him.
Don’t miss when Punk returns to his hometown of Chicago, tonight on SmackDown at 8 ET/7 CT on USA.
