WWE This Week 7/17/2025 

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Date & Location

Episode Title: WWE This Week – July 17, 2025
Location: WWE Studio (pre-taped), recapping key moments from Raw and SmackDown
Focus: Buildup to SummerSlam 2025

Preview

This week’s WWE studio recap show delivers major updates as SummerSlam draws closer. The episode highlights:

• The contract signing between John Cena and Cody Rhodes ahead of their epic SummerSlam rematch.

• Fallout from Naomi’s shocking cash-in and Women’s World Title win at Evolution, with Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky now challenging her.

• Recap of Raw’s explosive Universal Championship Gauntlet Match to determine Gunther’s next challenger.

• Progression in mid-card feuds and tag team rivalries leading into the biggest summer show of the year.

Highlights / Segments Recap

1. Main Event Spotlight:

   • Cena and Rhodes meet face-to-face for their contract signing.

2. Women’s Division Drama:

   • Naomi celebrates her championship win.

   • Ripley and Sky insert themselves into the title picture, hinting at a triple threat match.

3. Gauntlet Match Recap:

   • CM Punk, LA Knight, Bron Breakker, Jey Uso, and Penta compete for a title opportunity against Gunther.

4. Feud Updates:

   • Bayley vs. Lyra Valkyria tensions grow over the Intercontinental Title.

   • Judgment Day and Alpha Academy continue their rivalry.

Conclusion

WWE This Week delivered a fast-paced overview of key developments from both Raw and SmackDown. The Cena–Rhodes contract signing officially locks in a marquee SummerSlam match. Naomi’s rise to champion status leads to immediate competition, and the Universal Title picture becomes clearer with a new contender rising from the Gauntlet Match. With rivalries heating up, WWE fans are now fully on the road to SummerSlam.