WWE’s upcoming Night of Champions event in Saudi Arabia is generating excitement among fans with a lineup featuring matches many have been anticipating. However, the event raises eyebrows as it has historically been viewed as a glorified house show. Many WWE enthusiasts are already looking ahead to the next major event on the Premium Live Event (PLE) calendar: SummerSlam.
Taking place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on August 2 and 3, this year’s SummerSlam is noteworthy as it will span two days, similar to WrestleMania’s format in recent years. It is expected that significant moments and transformative storylines will unfold, drawing a lot of interest from the WWE Universe.
One of the highlighted matchups is a potential rematch between Cody Rhodes and John Cena. With the King of the Ring tournament determining a title shot at SummerSlam, the finalists, Randy Orton and Rhodes, suggest this rematch is likely. As Cena prepares for retirement by year-end, booking him to drop the title at SummerSlam would facilitate a smoother build-up to WrestleMania next year.
Another exciting matchup could see former Damage CTRL members Asuka and Iyo Sky compete for the Women’s World Championship. Both women are top-tier performers, and their prior history adds even more intrigue to the bout, promising an engaging narrative for fans.
Additionally, the Intercontinental Championship may feature Dominik Mysterio and Finn Balor in a pivotal clash. Mysterio’s rapid rise to prominence has been remarkable, and it may be time for him to step out from Balor’s shadow. A dramatic finish could see AJ Styles interfere, leading to an unexpected turn of events that could reshape future storylines within WWE.
The anticipation for SummerSlam 2025 not only highlights the matches set to take place but also hints at potential character evolutions and plot developments, making it a definitive must-watch for wrestling fans.