SummerSlam’s first night exploded with emotion and spectacle. The show kicked off as Roman Reigns and Jey Uso reunited to defeat Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, asserting their dominance after Night of Champions’ fallout. Later, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss captured the Women’s Tag Team Titles, while Tiffany Stratton retained her WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill. Celebrity debutant Jelly Roll teamed with Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre, but suffered a vicious frog splash through the announce table, cementing Paul and McIntyre’s dominance. Meanwhile, Sami Zayn stood tall over Karrion Kross in a victory that reinforced his babyface trajectory amid high stakes.

Then came the night’s emotional high: CM Punk’s grueling 30-minute war with Gunther. Punk kicked out of three powerbombs, weathered ruthless chops from “The Ring General,” and finally scored a double Go To Sleep to clinch the World Heavyweight Championship—his first world title in over 12 years. Celebrating with tears of joy, Punk soaked in a cathartic moment few anticipated.

But that storybook win collapsed with ruthless precision. Seth Rollins—who’d been off TV with a “knee injury” since Saturday Night’s Main Event—limped to the squared circle on crutches. Just as the WWE Universe seemed to rally behind Punk, Rollins dropped the ruse, cast aside the crutches, and cashed in his Money in the Bank contract. A brutal briefcase assault followed by a single curb stomp stunned Punk, and Rollins emerged a six‑time World Heavyweight Champion, turning celebration into devastation. WWE reported this as “the Ruse of the Century,” with over 53,000 fans in attendance at MetLife Stadium bearing witness.

The emotional fallout is seismic. Punk’s triumph was snatched away within minutes, and his redemption arc now pivots to revenge. In one fell swoop, Rollins not only captured the title but reshaped the narrative landscape—aligning with Paul Heyman and asserting dominance as the most despised man in WWE overnight.

With that drama in the rearview, attention now turns to SummerSlam Night 2. Up first, John Cena will defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes in a Street Fight that stems from months of bitter build. Rhodes captured the King of the Ring crown at Night of Champions, earning the right to challenge Cena. During a contract signing on SmackDown, he forced Cena into signing under the stipulation of a street fight—no rules, no mercy. Cena, who turned heel earlier in the year under The Rock’s direction, seemingly reverted to hero status, but many fans question whether it’s genuine or another mind game. Cody, meanwhile, has shown increasing aggression and heelish undertones, hinting at the potential for a dramatic double turn.

In the Women’s World Championship triple threat—Naomi vs. Rhea Ripley vs. IYO SKY—the champion’s confidence will be tested by two former titleholders desperate to reclaim prominence. Naomi cashed in Money in the Bank at Evolution to win the title and has since had fierce interactions with both challengers. Ripley and SKY are relentless, and with the champion not needing to be pinned to lose her title, Naomi walks into a chaotic environment where any pinfall can betray her reign.

Expect fireworks in the Women’s Intercontinental Last Chance match: Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria under no disqualification and no count‑out rules. Valkyria earned the opportunity by beating Bayley, but if she loses tonight, she can never challenge Lynch again as long as Lynch holds the title. The personal animosity and high stakes set the stage for a brutal, emotionally charged brawl.

The United States Championship is on the line in a steel cage match between Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. The feud intensified after Sikoa framed Fatu for a car crash, prompting Raw GM Adam Pearce to ban outside interference and put the title up inside the cage. This matchup will be pure physicality between two Samoan powerhouses.

Dominik Mysterio defends his Intercontinental Championship against AJ Styles in a battle of generational contrasts. Dominik has long hidden behind medical notes to avoid competition, but Pearce declared that once medically cleared, he’d face Styles. Now Styles has his shot at redemption—and at putting Dominik back in his place.

Lastly, the WWE Tag Team Championship will be decided in a Six‑Pack TLC match featuring The Wyatt Sicks defending against Andrade & Rey Fénix, #DIY, Motor City Machine Guns, Street Profits, and Fraxiom. With six teams battling through tables, ladders, and chairs, this match promises chaos, high-flying action, and perhaps the biggest upset of the night.

Across Night 2, the shadow of Rollins’ cash-in looms large. Will CM Punk confront Rollins tonight or use promo platforms to issue his challenge? Will the rumored double turn between Cena and Rhodes come to fruition in a street fight dripping with personal animus? Multiple titles and narratives intersect—what began on Night 1 may reshape WWE’s landscape when the dust settles Sunday night.

With tension, stakes, and shock value running sky-high, SummerSlam Night 2 isn’t just a conclusion—it’s the next chapter in WWE history.

Here is everything advertised for tonight’s show:

John Cena (c) vs Cody Rhodes (Undisputed WWE Championship Street Fight)

Naomi (c) vs Rhea Ripley vs Iyo Sky (WWE Women’s World Championship)

Solo Sioka (c) vs Jacob Fatu (WWE United States Championship Steel Cage Match)

Becky Lynch (c) vs Lyra Valkyria (No DQ, Must be a winner. If Lyra loses she can’t challenge for the title again for the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship)

The Wyatt Sicks (c) vs Fraxiom vs The Street Profits vs Motor City Machine Guns vs DIY vs Andrade and Rey Fenix (Six Tandem TLC Match for the WWE Tag Team Championship)

”Dirty” Dominik Mysterio (c) vs AJ Styles (WWE Intercontinental Championship)

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