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Watch the previous year’s event at Cleveland Browns Stadium and analyze each match to observe how things have progressed for the wrestlers involved—whether it’s about championship status, WWE’s presentation style, character development, or positioning on the WWE card.
7. Bron Breakker is now aligned with Paul Heyman
Bron Breakker is rapidly emerging as a future solo star. At SummerSlam, he captured the Intercontinental Championship and currently teams up with Seth Rollins, Bronson Reed, and Paul Heyman. Although new to the main roster, Breakker’s momentum is building, transitioning from a singles competitor to a key member of a faction led by Rollins and Heyman. His development since WrestleMania 41 suggests a promising rise.
6. Solo Sikoa has stepped down from the main event scene
Solo Sikoa challenged Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam 2024 but failed to clinch the title. Once the top villain on SmackDown, he has now moved down to the mid-card as the U.S. Champion. While he previously allied with Jacob Fatu, they have since become rivals, marking a shift in Sikoa’s trajectory.
5. Expansion of the women’s division titles
Last year, WWE had only two women’s matches at SummerSlam, but by 2025, the women’s division has grown with the addition of a mid-card title. Julia and Becky Lynch hold the newly introduced female U.S. and Intercontinental titles, respectively, marking a significant advancement for the women’s roster.
4. Drew McIntyre’s momentum has slowed since SummerSlam 2024
In 2024, Drew McIntyre and CM Punk had one of the hottest feuds, with McIntyre making a strong heel impression post-Royal Rumble. A year later, however, McIntyre’s presence in major storylines has diminished, as seen in his tag team match at SummerSlam 2025 alongside Logan Paul against Randy Orton and Jerry Roll. This decline contrasts sharply with his previous main event status.
3. SummerSlam has become a two-night event
SummerSlam 2025 marked the beginning of the event spanning two nights, marking a permanent change from the single-night format used in 2024. Following in the footsteps of WrestleMania, this shift hints at the possibility of other major WWE events, like Royal Rumble and Money in the Bank, adopting a similar extended format.
2. CM Punk and Roman Reigns have become allies
Despite past conflicts, CM Punk and Roman Reigns have teamed up multiple times since SummerSlam 2024. They initially clashed at WrestleMania 41 but later found common ground, especially in opposition to Seth Rollins and his faction, highlighting an unexpected partnership.
1. Nia Jax is no longer part of the world title picture
SummerSlam 2024 was a highlight for Nia Jax when she captured the WWE Women’s Championship from Bayley. However, her momentum has waned as she lost the title to Tiffany Stratton in January 2025 and has become less involved in key storylines, showing a marked change from her previous prominence.
Fan Take: These developments highlight WWE’s dynamic storytelling and evolving roster, offering fans fresh rivalries and shifting alliances that keep the sport engaging. Changes like expanding women’s titles and making SummerSlam a two-night event suggest WWE’s commitment to growth and innovation, which could reshape wrestling’s future.
