Nick Aldis to add new stipulation for John Cena vs CM Punk match at WWE Night of Champions 2025? Exploring the possibilities

John Cena will face CM Punk at WWE Night of Champions 2025

The highly anticipated clash between John Cena and CM Punk at WWE Night of Champions 2025 already feels historic on its own.

But with tensions escalating and the stakes rising by the week, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis may have one last twist to deliver, a stipulation that could change everything.

Nick Aldis could add ‘Loser Leaves SmackDown’ stipulation

Both John Cena and CM Punk have openly flirted with the idea of leaving WWE with the Undisputed Championship. Cena’s heel turn and farewell tour have featured cryptic comments about walking away as champion, while Punk famously exited the company after winning the title in 2011.

Their recent promos suggest a lack of commitment to defending the championship, something that may not sit well with WWE leadership.

Enter Nick Aldis. With his authority and the show’s integrity at stake, the General Manager could impose a “Loser Leaves SmackDown” stipulation, forcing both competitors to put their roster spot on the line.

This move would send a clear message that WWE titles aren’t props for parting shots; they are meant to be defended, not deserted.

Fans brace for a WWE SmackDown shocker

If Aldis chooses to go this route, it would make this Friday’s episode of SmackDown must-see television. The tension in this Cena-Punk rivalry has reached a boiling point, and a surprise announcement would only add fuel to an already combustible match.

Fans are already speculating online, and while nothing is confirmed, the possibility has made its way into wrestling circles.

Aldis enforcing such a stipulation would not only protect the value of the championship but also create high drama for Night of Champions.

And with both Cena and Punk nearing the end of their respective runs, the timing couldn’t be more compelling.

Cena opens up ahead of WWE retirement

Meanwhile, John Cena continues to reflect on his career as the end draws near. Speaking at FAN EXPO Dallas, the 48-year-old legend made a bold declaration.

“To be honest, I love wrestling so much more [than acting],” Cena said. “There’s no denying the magic in an arena for a live WWE broadcast. And I’m fine saying that. If that knocks me out of the movie business, I’ll be accountable for saying that.”

With his heart still in the ring, Cena’s final run is shaping up to be both emotional and unpredictable — and Night of Champions could be its defining moment.

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