CM Punk promises victory at WrestleMania 41, while Kevin Owens faces surgery, impacting his match against Randy Orton.

CM Punk electrified the crowd during the April 4, 2025, episode of SmackDown, expressing his gratitude and vowing to defeat both Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41. His emotional address was interrupted by Paul Heyman, who hinted at needing a favor from Punk, adding intrigue to their ongoing storyline.

In the ring, LA Knight showcased his skills by defeating Tama Tonga, while the Motor City Machine Guns earned a shot at the tag titles after overcoming DIY. Naomi triumphed over B-Fab, despite an ambush from Jade Cargill, highlighting the fierce competition in the women`s division.

A significant blow to the SmackDown roster came when Kevin Owens announced he would require neck surgery, forcing him to miss WrestleMania and his anticipated match against Randy Orton. In response, Orton retaliated by delivering an RKO to SmackDown GM Nick Aldis, escalating tensions ahead of the event.

Jacob Fatu emerged victorious in a Last Man Standing match against Braun Strowman, securing his position as the number one contender for the United States Title. The WrestleMania 41 lineup is shaping up to be thrilling, featuring matches like Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena, Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk, and LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu. The event is set for April 19-20, with an impressive attendance of approximately 16,000 fans at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.

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