With an apparent face turn, the "real" John Cena is set to defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes in a Street Fight in the first two-night SummerSlam.
For the first time in WWE history, SummerSlam is expanding into a two-night spectacle.
Set for August 3 and 4 (PH time) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the 2025 edition of WWE’s summer classic is shaping up to rival even WrestleMania in scale and star power.
The match card is stacked across both nights, featuring returning legends, title clashes, celebrity appearances, and stipulation-heavy brawls. Here's a complete rundown of what’s officially set for this year’s blockbuster event.
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Night 1
World Heavyweight Championship – Gunther (c) vs. CM Punk
A marquee showdown that sees CM Punk challenge Gunther after earning a title shot in a no.?1 contender gauntlet on Raw. It’s Punk’s first title shot since his WWE return in 2023 and it comes against one of the most dominant champions in recent history.
WWE Women’s Championship – Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill
Tiffany Stratton defends against the powerful Jade Cargill, who earned her shot by being the 2025 Queen of the Ring.
Tag Team Match – Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
A high-stakes clash as Roman Reigns reunites with "Main Event" Jey Uso against the dominant power of Breakker and Reed, accompanied by Paul Heyman.
Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul
A surprising pairing that blends music and sports entertainment: the legendary Randy Orton teams with Jelly Roll against Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul.
Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross
A one-on-one showdown of two intense competitors where the rivalries that have simmered on SmackDown boil over in the biggest way.
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Night 2
Undisputed WWE Championship – John Cena (c) vs. Cody Rhodes (Street Fight)
A no-rules rematch between Cena and Rhodes for the top title in WWE, following their initial showdown at WrestleMania. With Cena’s apparent face turn at the SmackDown go-home show, this sequel promises to provide a new element to this mega rivalry.
Women’s World Championship – Naomi (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Iyo Sky (Triple Threat)
A triple threat match for the Women’s World Title. This marks Naomi’s first PLE defense since winning the title via Money in the Bank cash-in.
Women’s Intercontinental Championship – Becky Lynch (c) vs. Lyra Valkyria (No Disqualification / No Count-Out)
With stipulations that remove all excuses, Becky Lynch defends her belt in a match where Valkyria better win—or lose her rematch rights entirely.
United States Championship – Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Jacob Fatu (Steel Cage Match)
Combat in a cage between two Samoan powerhouses. Once close allies, Solo puts his US title on the line against the always-dangerous Jacob Fatu.
Intercontinental Championship – Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. AJ Styles
20 years after he appeared in the iconic custody ladder match, Dominik Mysterio enters SummerSlam as champion, putting the Intercontinental title on the line against AJ Styles.
WWE Tag Team Championships – The Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. Five Opponents (Six-Pack TLC Match)
The odds are stacked against the Wyatt Sicks as they welcome Andrade and Rey Fenix, #DIY, Fraxiom, Motor City Machine Guns, and The Street Profits as challengers.
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[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]