WWE SummerSlam 2025 Night 1 (Image Credit - X)
SummerSlam 2025 Night 1 (August 02) at MetLife Stadium was meant to kick off a two-night wrestling spectacle, and while much of the undercard faltered with rushed pacing and inconsistent storytelling, the night ended with one of the most jaw-dropping moments in WWE history. CM Punk’s triumphant win over Gunther to claim the World Heavyweight Championship was short-lived, as Seth Rollins long thought to be injured, returned in dramatic fashion. Faking a knee injury, Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract moments after Punk’s emotional win. Shedding crutches and launching a surprise attack, Rollins delivered a brutal stomp to Punk and stole the title, leaving fans in shock and setting the internet ablaze.
The night began with chaos as Roman Reigns and Jey Uso of The Bloodline faced Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed in a brutal tag team clash. This high-energy opener delivered drama and intensity—until disaster struck. Breakker, taking over leadership in Seth Rollins’ absence, suffered a serious injury in the closing moments, derailing the challengers’ momentum. With the crowd stunned, The Bloodline took advantage, securing a gritty victory. Breakker’s condition left fans concerned, and his absence going forward could have major implications for his future push.
Sami Zayn squared off against Karrion Kross in a fast-paced battle of wills. Kross tried to push Zayn toward a darker path, even offering him a steel pipe during the match. But Zayn chose honor over vengeance, tossing it aside and winning clean with the Helluva Kick. It was a short but meaningful match that underscored Zayn’s moral resolve. Meanwhile, WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton retained her title against Jade Cargill in a blink-and-you-miss-it showdown. Despite early offense from Cargill, Stratton executed her finisher with precision, keeping her perfect WWE record intact. The match was flashy but lacked depth—fans wanted more from this anticipated bout.
Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss captured the Women’s Tag Titles in a twist-filled match against Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez, featuring miscommunication, fake-outs, and surprise teamwork. Meanwhile, Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre edged out Randy Orton and music star Jelly Roll in a chaotic celebrity tag match. Though not technically perfect, it delivered crowd-pleasing entertainment and introduced Jelly Roll as a surprisingly capable in-ring performer.
The night’s biggest moment came in the final seconds. After a hard-fought and emotional main event, CM Punk stood tall as the new World Heavyweight Champion—until Seth Rollins struck. Appearing injured and leaning on crutches, Rollins suddenly revealed his ruse, blindsided Punk, and cashed in his Money in the Bank briefcase. A single stomp later, Rollins was champion again. It was a shocking, brilliantly executed swerve that capped Night 1 with unforgettable drama.
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