WWE Saturday Night Main Event Returns May 24 with John Cena vs. R Truth Headliner
WWE’s classic spectacle “Saturday Night’s Main Event” is set to make a high impact return on May 24, 2025, bringing primetime wrestling back to network television with a card stacked full of star power. John Cena vs. R Truth headlines the show, which will be broadcast live on NBC and streamed on Peacock, marking another marquee moment in WWE’s modern programming lineup.
🎤 Primetime Wrestling on NBC Returns
Originally launched in the 1980s, Saturday Night’s Main Event was once the crown jewel of wrestling’s television presence and WWE is reviving that tradition with a 2025 twist. The event will feature live matches, backstage segments, and fan favorite nostalgia, all delivered in a network TV timeslot rarely seen in today’s wrestling landscape.
- Air date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM ET (NBC) | Available for streaming on Peacock
- Location: TBD arena (expected sellout crowd)
This continues WWE’s recent push to blend premium live event energy with traditional TV accessibility.
🧨 Cena vs. R Truth: Main Event with Unexpected Heat
The featured bout will see John Cena take on R Truth in a match fueled by mutual respect and recent on screen chaos. While both superstars are veterans, this clash taps into their unique chemistry, comedic timing, and sudden storyline tension.
- Cena’s first televised singles match in 2025
- R Truth riding a wave of fan support after his tag title run
- Expect both entertainment and emotional callbacks
“I’ve wrestled the best. Truth’s one of the most underrated ever,” Cena said in a backstage promo. “This is going to be fun.”
📺 Other Matches & Segments to Watch
While the full card is yet to be revealed, early previews suggest the event will feature:
- Intercontinental Title match with Gunther’s successor defending
- Women’s tag team match featuring Damage CTRL
- Surprise returns and classic WWE Legends segments
- A rumored SmackDown crossover angle
With WWE using Saturday Night’s Main Event as a platform to build momentum into the summer PLE season, expect major developments.
📰 Final Thoughts
Saturday Night’s Main Event is back and it’s bringing WWE’s biggest stars to primetime television. With Cena vs. R Truth leading the charge and NBC spotlighting the show, May 24 promises a blend of nostalgia, storytelling, and spectacle that only WWE can deliver.
