Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton Booked for WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event
The card for WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event just got even bigger. After a major return and storyline development during the July 4, 2025 episode of SmackDown, WWE confirmed a high-stakes showdown: Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton, live from Atlanta’s State Farm Arena on July 12.
This match was made official during the SmackDown tapings held right after the July 30 episode of RAW in Pittsburgh. While fans in the arena got a unique double-taping experience, they also witnessed The Scottish Warrior’s long-awaited in-ring return.
A Heated Opening Segment Sets the Stage
The opening segment of the July 4 SmackDown featured Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, and the returning Drew McIntyre. McIntyre hadn’t been seen in action since suffering a brutal Con-Chair-To in a Steel Cage Match against Damian Priest at Saturday Night’s Main Event on May 24.
Following an intense confrontation and verbal back-and-forth, the match between McIntyre and Orton was made official—setting up a blockbuster clash between two of WWE’s top veterans
Both Men Have Something to Prove
For Randy Orton, this match is a chance to bounce back after losing in the finals of the 2025 King of the Ring tournament—his second runner-up finish in two consecutive years. The Viper is clearly on the hunt for redemption.
Meanwhile, McIntyre is not only returning from injury but also looking to reassert himself as a dominant force in WWE. After spending over a month off television due to neck-related issues, he appears fully recovered and motivated.
WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event – Full Card So Far
With just days to go before the big NBC broadcast, the Saturday Night’s Main Event card already includes:
✅ GUNTHER (c) vs. Goldberg – WWE World Heavyweight Title
✅ Seth Rollins vs. LA Knight
✅ Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton
This stacked lineup promises one of the biggest non-PPV TV events of the summer.
What to Expect on July 12
The upcoming clash between McIntyre and Orton is being hyped as a turning point for both men. Orton has unfinished business. McIntyre has comeback fire in his eyes. With personal pride, injury history, and future title contention all on the line, Saturday Night’s Main Event could feature a classic bout that reshapes the WWE landscape heading into SummerSlam season.
Final Thoughts
With three major matches already announced, WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event is set to deliver main event-level action across the board. The return of Drew McIntyre only adds more star power—and emotional weight—to a show that’s building immense momentum.
Will McIntyre get revenge and reclaim his dominance? Or will The Viper strike when it matters most?
