SummerSlam 2025 is drawing near, with some matches already announced for the first-ever two-night event at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. As WWE continues to unveil more bouts to fill both nights, we explore potential matchups based on recent shows like SmackDown, Saturday Night Main Event, Evolution, and Monday Night Raw.
Confirmed matches include John Cena defending the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes, Tiffany Stratton facing Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship, Naomi defending her Women’s World Championship against Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, Gunther defending the World Heavyweight Championship against CM Punk, a tag team clash featuring Jerry Roll & Randy Orton versus Logan Paul & Drew McIntyre, and Becky Lynch defending the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Lyla Valkyria.
Key anticipated matchups to watch:
1. Aleister Black vs. Damian Priest – Following a heel turn by Black and escalating tensions, this grudge match promises to be a highlight, giving Black a chance at a major match since his WWE return.
2. Solo Sikoa vs. Jacob Fatu – This “Bloodline civil war” storyline builds on their intense rivalry, with a potential special stipulation like a steel cage to keep interference at bay.
3. Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles – Delayed by injury but hotly anticipated, this Intercontinental Championship battle features Styles relentlessly pursuing Mysterio.
4. Stephanie Vaquer vs. Nikki Bella – With Bella possibly turning heel, this grudge match sets up a fresh feud and momentum for future title shots.
5. Karrion Kross vs. Sami Zayn – After Kross’ vicious attacks sidelined Zayn, a Summerslam return match could provide a major redemption and storyline payoff.
6. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez vs. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss – Building on their strong performances and chemistry, these teams will clash for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles.
7. Jey Uso & Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed & Bron Breakker – This tag team feud features former Bloodline members uniting against powerful opponents, with substitutions expected due to Seth Rollins’ injury.
Fan Take: This lineup highlights WWE’s commitment to blending established superstars with rising talent, offering a compelling mix of championship battles and personal rivalries across two thrilling nights. For fans, this could mark one of WWE’s most memorable SummerSlams, potentially reshaping storylines and elevating new stars in the process.
