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SummerSlam is one of WWE’s premier annual events, drawing major attention as the biggest show of the year. The card’s main events are especially significant to the wrestlers involved, but not all fans are always pleased with how these storylines conclude. Unpopular winners, questionable booking decisions, and other creative missteps by WWE have often left the fanbase confused.
To explore alternative outcomes, AI was tasked with reimagining the last 10 SummerSlam main events, offering a glimpse into what might have been a different WWE reality. Keep in mind, some AI ideas may not be entirely logical or viewer-friendly!
SummerSlam 2024: Roman Reigns Returns Early
What actually happened?
Roman Reigns came back to attack Solo Sikoa, allowing Cody Rhodes to claim victory.
AI alternative:
The AI suggests bringing Roman Reigns back early during the show and inserting him into the WWE title match between Rhodes and Sikoa. With Paul Heyman’s interference, both heels are protected. During the bout, Sikoa would brutally attack Reigns, hinting at a babyface turn. Then Rhodes capitalizes with his finisher to win. While this creates interesting dynamics, it’s uncertain if fans would accept Sikoa turning face and governing alongside Rhodes.
SummerSlam 2023: Jimmy Uso Still Turns Heel
What actually happened?
Jimmy Uso betrayed his brother Jey, helping Roman Reigns maintain his dominance and win the match.
AI alternative:
Inspired by WCW’s chaotic storytelling, AI imagined Jimmy Uso’s return as a swerve where Jey pulls off a surprise attack on Reigns and Sikoa during the match. However, Paul Heyman’s interference flips the outcome again, and Jimmy Uso hits a low blow on his brother. AI claims this twist adds depth and makes the finish more layered, though in practice it might confuse fans more than the original ending.
SummerSlam 2022: Austin Theory Cashes In
What actually happened?
Roman Reigns defeated Brock Lesnar, aided by a pedigree move.
AI alternative:
The AI envisions Austin Theory cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase during the Reigns-Lesnar match, turning it into a triple threat. With Paul Heyman backing Theory, he strikes a low blow on Reigns and wins the WWE Universal Championship. This scenario fast-tracks Theory into the main event scene but might frustrate fans given his mixed reception as a cash-in wrestler.
SummerSlam 2021: Finn Bálor Instead of Brock Lesnar
What actually happened?
Brock Lesnar returned, and Roman Reigns defeated John Cena.
AI alternative:
AI replaces Lesnar’s return with “Demon” Finn Bálor, who attacks both Roman Reigns and John Cena post-match. This could have sparked a fresh rivalry and avoided repetitive storylines centered on Lesnar and Reigns.
SummerSlam 2020: Roman Reigns Aligns with Paul Heyman
What actually happened?
Roman Reigns returned after the match and attacked Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman.
AI alternative:
AI suggests Roman Reigns should have fully joined forces with Paul Heyman right after the match, attacking The Fiend and Strowman and surrendering the Universal Title to Heyman. This approach would amplify the impact of Reigns’ return and elevate Heyman’s role earlier.
SummerSlam 2019: Finn Bálor Returns to Title Picture
What actually happened?
Seth Rollins defeated Brock Lesnar to win the Universal Championship.
AI alternative:
Rollins’ win remains unchanged, but Lesnar attacks Bálor after the match. The “Demon” Bálor’s return signals his intent to chase the Universal Title again, a promising wrinkle to the storyline.
SummerSlam 2018: Braun Strowman Cashes In
What actually happened?
Brock Lesnar retained the Universal Championship thanks to Braun Strowman turning on Lesnar.
AI alternative:
Here, Strowman interferes dramatically to pull the referee out during Reigns’ pinfall, letting Lesnar lay out Strowman. Strowman then cashes in his contract but ultimately Reigns overcomes the odds. Fans, who favored Strowman’s rise, probably would have hated this outcome even more.
SummerSlam 2017: Samoa Joe Wins
What actually happened?
Brock Lesnar retained his Universal Championship against Joe, Reigns, and Strowman.
AI alternative:
AI shocks by having Samoa Joe seize the title instead, giving him a major career boost as Universal Champion. Though Joe and Lesnar had a short feud, Joe never got the big WWE title win he deserved.
SummerSlam 2016: Shinsuke Nakamura Challenges Brock Lesnar
What actually happened?
Brock Lesnar defeated Randy Orton with a TKO finish.
AI alternative:
Lesnar still wins via TKO, but now Nakamura debuts on the main roster by attacking Lesnar right after, immediately positioning himself as a top contender and star. This would have capitalized on Nakamura’s hype coming from New Japan Pro Wrestling.
SummerSlam 2015: Kane Aids The Undertaker
What actually happened?
The referee missed The Undertaker’s submission, and Undertaker used a low blow and suffocated by Brock Lesnar to win.
AI alternative:
AI imagines Undertaker turning heel fully, with referee bumps leading to a low blow. Kane appears to help The Undertaker defeat Lesnar, giving the “Brothers of Destruction” a dark and villainous final moment.
Fan Take: This AI-driven reimagining of SummerSlam main events highlights just how pivotal booking decisions are for WWE’s storytelling and fan engagement. Exploring alternative endings reveals how small changes could have drastically altered wrestler legacies and energized the product in ways that resonate deeply with audiences.
