WWE Backlash 2025 marks the latest edition in one of WWE’s longest-running pay-per-view events. It was first introduced in 1999 as the traditional follow-up to WrestleMania. Designed to showcase the fallout and new rivalries emerging from WWE’s biggest stage, Backlash quickly became a staple on the company’s calendar. After briefly rebranding as WrestleMania Backlash in 2021 and 2022, the event returned to its original name in 2023.
Backlash has been held in numerous U.S. cities over the years, including Providence, Puerto Rico, Chicago, St. Louis, etc. It made headlines in 2023 when it was held internationally in San Juan, Puerto Rico. From 2004 to 2006, the event was branded under RAW, and SmackDown branded it in 2016 and 2017. This pattern of high-profile matches and global reach continues with the 2025 edition. Backlash often serves as the launchpad for new feuds and championship pursuits after WrestleMania.
Location of WWE Backlash 2025
The Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri, is the location of WWE Backlash 2025. This is the first time the venue is hosting a Backlash event. The arena was opened in 1994 and has a capacity of more than 18000 fans. It was initially known as the Savvis Center (2000-2006), Scottrade Center (2006-2018), and gained its present name in 2018.
Events Hosted at The Enterprise Center
The Enterprise Center has been a prominent venue for major sports and entertainment events for decades. Since 1995, it has served as the home for the Missouri Valley Conference men's basketball tournament. Starting in 1997, the PBR's Unleash the Beast Series has made a stop at the arena every year. The venue has also hosted key college basketball tournaments, including the 1997 Conference USA Men’s Tournament and the 1998 NCAA Midwest Regional.
In women's basketball, it hosted the NCAA Women's Final Four in 2001 and 2009. For the NHL All-Star Game in 2020, hockey fans were welcomed to the Enterprise Center. It’s also seen major combat sports moments, such as the 2005 welterweight title fight, and Strikeforce’s MMA debut in the venue in 2009. Additionally, it hosts the annual "Guns ‘n’ Hoses" boxing and MMA charity event. It also hosted 12 WWE events, excluding Backlash 2025.
WWE Events
| Year | Event |
| 1997 | Badd Blood: In Your House |
| 1998 | Survivor Series |
| 1999 | RAW is Owen |
| 2001 | No Mercy |
| 2007 | Judgement Day |
| 2010 | Elimination Chamber |
| 2012 | Royal Rumble |
| 2012 | RAW 1000 |
| 2013 | Extreme Rules |
| 2014 | Survivor Series |
| 2015 | Battleground |
| 2017 | Money in the Bank |
Previous Backlash Event Locations
| Year | Venue | City |
| 1999 | Providence Civic Center | Providence, Rhode Island |
| 2000 | MCI Center | Washington, D.C. |
| 2001 | Allstate Arena | Rosemont, Illinois |
| 2002 | Kemper Arena | Kansas City, Missouri |
| 2003 | Worcester Centrum | Worcester, Massachusetts |
| 2004 | Rexall Place | Edmonton, Alberta |
| 2005 | Verizon Wireless Arena | Manchester, New Hampshire |
| 2006 | Rupp Arena | Lexington, Kentucky |
| 2007 | Philips Arena | Atlanta, Georgia |
| 2008 | CFG Bank Arena | Baltimore, Maryland |
| 2009 | Dunkin' Donuts Center | Providence, Rhode Island |
| 2016 | Richmond Coliseum | Richmond, Virginia |
| 2017 | Allstate Arena | Rosemont, Illinois |
| 2018 | Prudential Center | Newark, New Jersey |
| 2020 | WWE Performance Center | WWE Performance Center, Florida |
| 2021 | WWE ThunderDome at Yuengling Center | WWE Thunderdome Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida |
| 2022 | Dunkin' Donuts Center | Providence, Rhode Island |
| 2023 | Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 2024 | LDLC Arena | Décines-Charpieu, Lyon |
FAQs on WWE Backlash 2025 Location
A. Yes, WWE Backlash 2025 will take place at St. Louis Enterprise Center.
A. Yes, John Cena will defend his Undisputed Title at Backlash 2025 against Randy Orton, as per WWE.
A. Backlash 2025 can be watched at Peacock in the USA and Netflix internationally with a subscription.
A. WWE Backlash is on May 10, 2025.
