Sun May 11 00:50:00 UTC 2025: ## McAfee vs. GUNTHER Headlines WWE Backlash; Commentary Team Shift Announced

**St. Louis, MO –** WWE Backlash is set to shake things up tonight, both in the ring and at the commentary table. While the usual three-man commentary team of Michael Cole, Pat McAfee, and Wade Barrett has been a staple at recent premium live events, tonight’s show will feature only Cole and Barrett. This change comes as McAfee steps into the ring himself to face off against Intercontinental Champion GUNTHER in a highly anticipated match.

The clash between McAfee and GUNTHER stems from a recent confrontation where McAfee attempted to save Cole from GUNTHER’s attack, only to become the target himself.

Backlash, emanating from the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, boasts a stacked card including five matches. Beyond the main event, the show features four championship bouts:

* **Intercontinental Championship:** GUNTHER vs. Pat McAfee
* **Women’s Championship:** Lyra Valkyria vs. Becky Lynch
* **Men’s Intercontinental Championship:** Penta El Zero Miedo vs. Dominik Mysterio
* **United States Championship Fatal Four-Way:** Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest vs. LA Knight

The show’s climax will see a highly anticipated, final showdown between legendary rivals Randy Orton and John Cena, with Cena’s Undisputed WWE Championship on the line. Orton, returning to his hometown, will be looking to claim his 15th world title.

WWE Backlash begins with a two-hour pre-show at 5 PM ET, followed by the main card at 7 PM ET.

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