WWE SummerSlam 2025 Night 1 results: winners, shocking moments, injuries, and highlights | WWE News
WWE SummerSlam 2025 kicked off Saturday night at MetLife Stadium, marking the first-ever two-night edition of the event. Night 1 featured six high-stakes matches packed with drama, surprises, and chaos, setting the stage for an electric Night 2. Here’s a quick look at the results, injuries, and standout moments from Night 1.
Seth Rollins stuns the WWE Universe, cashes in to steal the World Title after Punk and Gunther ’s brutal outing
The biggest winner from the night was undoubtedly Seth Rollins, who pulled off another shocking heist of the century as he returned and cashed in his Money in the Bank contract on CM Punk to win the World Heavyweight title. After a grueling 30-minute main event where Punk defeated Gunther to win the gold, fans thought the show had reached its climax until the unthinkable happened.Rollins’ music hit, sending shockwaves through MetLife Stadium. Limping out with crutches and a knee brace, ‘The Visionary’ appeared to confirm the injury that had sidelined him for weeks. But in a stunning twist, he threw the crutches aside, ripped off the brace, and sprinted to the ring, revealing it was all a setup.Seizing the moment, Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank briefcase on an exhausted Punk, unleashed a vicious assault, and pinned his longtime rival to steal the World Heavyweight Championship, closing Night 1 of SummerSlam with one of the most shocking swerves in recent WWE history.
Roman Reigns and Jey Uso make a dominant statement with a decisive win over Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed
Saturday’s SummerSlam action kicked off with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso defeating Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker in a solid opener. The match gained added weight after Rollins’ surprise cash-in later that night. Breakker and Reed will now return as Rollins’ enforcers, possibly targeting tag or mid-card titles. Reigns, with clear unfinished business with Rollins and Paul Heyman, could reenter the title picture anytime. Notably, Reigns protected Uso during the match, hinting at either a renewed leadership role or passing the torch. Jey looks poised for another main event run on Raw, possibly building toward a future Reigns vs. Rollins showdown. The match delivered several memorable moments, with Reigns’ dive being a standout from the action-packed bout. It is safe to say that fans definitely love a 265lbs flying ‘OTC’!
Jelly Roll impresses in an action-packed tag match alongside Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre
Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul picked up a big win on Night 1 of WWE SummerSlam, defeating country star Jelly Roll and Randy Orton in a high-energy tag match. The bout featured wild moments, including Paul diving off the top rope through the announce table onto Jelly Roll. The spot was brutal and probably the most shocking celebrity bump in recent memory. The singer fired back with clotheslines and a chokeslam, but Paul sealed the win with a second splash for the pin. Despite the loss, Triple H confirmed post-show that Jelly Roll will be back for more WWE appearances.
Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss solidify their partnership with a big win to capture the Women’s Tag Team Titles
Another highlight of SummerSlam Night 1 saw Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss capture the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles from Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez. After a rocky start to her 2025 return, Flair has found her footing, thanks in large part to her alliance with Bliss. The duo has quickly become the most popular women’s tag team in WWE, and their chemistry has elevated both their characters and the division.Though their partnership may not have been the original plan, Flair and Bliss have fully embraced the storyline, turning it into a major success. With two decorated champions now holding the titles, the women’s tag division feels more important than ever.
Tiffany Stratton reinforces her dominance with a decisive seven-minute victory over Jade Cargill
In what was a shocking result, Tiffany Stratton beat Jade Cargill to retain her WWE Women’s title. The company has largely protected Cargill since her debut, booking her as a dominant force with few clean losses. After steamrolling her way to the 2025 Queen of the Ring crown, she seemed poised to dethrone Stratton.Instead, Cargill shockingly lost clean in just seven minutes, as ‘The Buff Barbie’ continued her dominant run as the champion, looking more untouchable than ever. The loss leaves Cargill in a tough spot. She won her feud with Naomi, only to see her move to Raw and capture the Women’s World Championship, while Cargill is now left reeling on SmackDown without momentum or direction.
Sami Zayn defeats Karrion Kross in an underwhelming matchup
In one of the night’s least well-received matches, Karrion Kross fell short yet again, losing to Sami Zayn in a brief and underwhelming bout. After months of claiming he could unleash the darkness within Zayn, Kross failed to deliver, both in the ring and in the story. Despite the build, the match did little to elevate either man and left Kross looking like a clear loser.Whether intentional or not, the angle felt more like a burial than a breakthrough for the former NXT Champion. While it reinforced Zayn’s image as a perennial baby face, that point had already been made far more effectively during his post-WrestleMania feud with Seth Rollins.
Bron Breakker sustains an injury as Jelly Roll battles through his own setbacks heading into Night 1 of SummerSlam
As mentioned, the night started with Roman Reigns teaming up with Jey Uso to face the formidable duo of Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. However, Breakker may have suffered an injury during the explosive bout.After the match, Breakker was seen limping and needed assistance backstage, sparking concern among fans. The injury reportedly occurred during a high-flying move targeting Reigns and Uso. Later in the night, during Seth Rollins’ cash-in, Breakker’s right leg appeared heavily bandaged, further fueling speculation about the severity of the issue.Ahead of his WWE in-ring debut, Jelly Roll revealed in an interview with ESPN that he suffered an injury during his very first week of training. The four-time Grammy nominee shared that he broke his pinky early on, calling the experience a constant collision. Despite the setback, Roll pushed through and made an impressive outing on Night 1 of the PLE. Also read: Seth Rollins Stuns CM Punk with Another “Heist of the Century” to Capture World Heavyweight Title at SummerSlam 2025In what was thought to be a serious knee injury, Seth Rollins fooled everyone and scripted history by plotting a master scheme to win the World Heavyweight title to close the show.
