WWE Survivor Series

Last-Minute Changes ⁣Rock WWE Survivor Series ⁢2025

philadelphia,PA – WWE’s Survivor Series ⁣2025,scheduled for November 23rd⁤ at ​the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia,underwent a series of significant alterations in the ⁢24 hours leading up to the ‌event,impacting several key matches⁣ and storylines. These ‌changes, confirmed​ by WWE sources, ⁤stem from a combination of unforeseen⁢ injuries, creative adjustments, and talent⁣ availability.

The annual November classic, traditionally built around brand vs. brand competition,​ holds immense importance‌ for​ WWE as it bridges the gap between SummerSlam and the Road to WrestleMania. This year’s event was poised to‍ feature high-profile clashes between Raw and ⁤SmackDown ‍superstars, but late developments have reshaped the card, possibly altering the​ trajectory of several wrestlers heading into 2026. The ripple ​effects ‌of these adjustments are‌ expected to be felt throughout the WWE⁢ landscape in the coming weeks.

1. Cody Rhodes injury Alters Main Event

Originally ⁢slated⁢ to captain Team Raw in a‍ five-on-five⁢ elimination ⁢match ​against team SmackDown, ​Cody Rhodes sustained a minor pectoral muscle strain during a training session on November 22nd. While not requiring surgery,WWE medical staff advised Rhodes to sit out ⁣the physically demanding ⁢WarGames match. Seth​ “Freakin” Rollins was swiftly named as Rhodes’ replacement as captain, marking a significant shift in the match’s dynamic. Rhodes is expected to ‍be ⁤cleared for in-ring competition before the Royal ‌rumble.

2. Jade Cargill’s SmackDown Women’s Championship Defense Scrapped

A planned ​SmackDown Women’s Championship⁤ defense for ​Jade Cargill against Liv Morgan was unexpectedly removed from‌ the ⁣card. sources indicate the decision was made to protect‌ Cargill following concerns about Morgan’s increasingly ‌aggressive in-ring style and a desire to build towards a larger championship match at the‌ Royal Rumble. Instead, Cargill will now appear‌ in a non-title showcase match against Naomi.

3. ⁢Solo Sikoa Replaced in Intercontinental Championship Match

Solo Sikoa, initially scheduled to⁣ challenge gunther ⁤for the ⁢Intercontinental Championship, was pulled from the match due to a family emergency. The Bloodline member’s ⁣absence prompted ‌a last-minute insertion ‍of Bronson Reed into ⁤the contest.This marks Reed’s first ​major ⁤singles prospect on⁢ a premium live event as‍ joining the​ main roster.

4. WarGames​ Stipulation Change for Women’s Match

The Women’s​ WarGames ‍match saw a late alteration to its stipulation. Originally planned as a​ traditional elimination match, the contest will now include a‌ “first fall wins” rule. This change‍ was reportedly⁤ implemented⁢ to ensure ⁤a definitive outcome ​and prevent‍ the match from‌ potentially running long, impacting the overall show flow.

5.Dominik Mysterio’s Role Expanded

Dominik Mysterio,⁤ originally slated for a tag team match ⁢on the pre-show, has been elevated to a more prominent role on the main card.‍ He will now participate in a ⁢singles match against Dragon Lee, a​ move designed to ⁢capitalize⁤ on Mysterio’s growing popularity and‌ further ‌develop his ongoing feud⁤ with Rey mysterio.