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Biography: WWE Legends

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Full Details On WWE Documentaries On A&E

WWE and A&E have officially announced the premiere dates and full details for their 10-week original programming partnership that begins on Sunday, April 18.

Originally announced in 2019, A&E and WWE Studios will air eight two-hour episodes of their hit "Biography" series. A&E will also premiere a new series titled "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures" on the hunt for iconic WWE memorabilia that has been lost for decades.

The trailer for "Biography: WWE Legends" can be seen below.

The Biography documentaries will tell the stories of WWE Hall of Famers Steve Austin, Randy Savage, Roddy Piper, Booker T, Shawn Michaels, Bret Hart, Mick Foley, and The Ultimate Warrior. Each special will air weekly at 8pm ET, beginning on Sunday, April 18 on A&E.

The "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures" series will air at 10pm ET right after the "Biography" specials go off the air on those Sundays. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon will host the hunt for some of WWE's most iconic missing memorabilia items, including Kane's original mask, Andy Kaufman's neck brace, and more. Several Superstars and Hall of Famers will join the hunt, including Foley, The Undertaker, Ric Flair, Booker T, Jerry Lawler, Mark Henry, Charlotte Flair, Greg Valentine, Brutus Beefcake, Jake Roberts, and Sgt. Slaughter. Former NFL player AJ Francis, who signed with WWE in 2020, will head out on the road with the famous WWE names to hunt for the memorabilia.

Stay tuned for more on the new projects from WWE and A&E. Below is a preview for the "Biography" series, along with the full announcement sent to us today by WWE, which includes details on who produced the Biography documentaries:

A&E AND WWE® GIVE FANS THE ULTIMATE RINGSIDE SEAT IN NEW 10-WEEK ORIGINAL PROGRAMMING PARTNERSHIP STARTING SUNDAY, APRIL 18 EIGHT TWO-HOUR BIOGRAPHY FILM SPECIALS REVEAL THE INTIMATE, PERSONAL STORIES BEHIND THE SUCCESS OF WWE'S MOST MEMORABLE LEGENDS NEW SERIES "WWE'S MOST WANTED TREASURES" GOES ON THE HUNT FOR ICONIC WWE MEMORABILIA THAT HAS BEEN LOST FOR DECADES *Join the conversation by following @TreasuresWWE and using #WWEonAE* New York, NY – February 23, 2021 – A&E Network and WWE Studios are giving fans an exclusive look behind the curtain in an all-new Sunday night programming partnership. With unprecedented access to WWE's archive, the ten-week programming block features eight original two-hour documentaries under the award-winning "Biography" banner showcasing the stories behind some of the most memorable WWE Superstars of all time including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin®, "Macho Man" Randy Savage®, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper™, Booker T®, Shawn Michaels®, Bret Hart, Mick Foley and Ultimate Warrior. The new "Biography" specials are helmed by some of the industry's top directors and storytellers to chronicle the success of these WWE Legends and their lasting mark on both sports entertainment and popular culture. Each special will air weekly at 8pm ET/PT beginning Sunday, April 18. Following at 10pm ET/PT, the brand-new series "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures," led by WWE's Stephanie McMahon and Paul "Triple H" Levesque launches a hunt for some of WWE's most iconic missing memorabilia including Kane's original mask, Ric Flair's Butterfly Robe, Andy Kaufman's neckbrace, Andre The Giant's passport and more. In order to find these quintessential relics, the team will join forces with WWE Legends including Undertaker, Ric Flair, Mick Foley, Booker T and more to bring these items home to the WWE Archives. "For more than two decades, 'Biography' has been the home for premium non-fiction storytelling and we are excited to expand upon that with this all-encompassing partnership with WWE," said Elaine Frontain Bryant, EVP and Head of Programming, A&E Network. "This one-of-a-kind collaboration gives viewers the ultimate ringside seat as we chronicle the journeys of these cultural icons and the memorabilia that follows." "We are thrilled to unveil the stories behind some of the greatest Legends and moments in WWE history," said Stephanie McMahon, WWE Chief Brand Officer. "Together with A&E, we've created an incredible slate of programming steeped in nostalgia that will inspire and entertain audiences worldwide." Biography Lineup – Premieres Sunday, April 18 at 8pm ET/PT "Biography: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin" – Directed by Jake Rogal and Executive Produced by Jason Hehir ("The Last Dance," "Andre The Giant"), this film traces the story of the man who became WWE's biggest star in the 90s. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's authentic, fiery personality epitomized WWE's "Attitude Era" and transformed him into a pop culture icon. After nearly being paralyzed by a neck injury, Austin made one of the greatest comebacks in WWE history. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009. "Biography: "Rowdy" Roddy Piper" – Directed by Emmy and Peabody Award winner Joe Lavine (ESPN 30 for 30 "Playing for the Mob," HBO "Namath"), this film focuses on "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, who is universally considered one of WWE's greatest villains. During his Hall of Fame career, he played the role of the antagonist against a who's who of WWE greats, while amassing more than 30 championships. "Biography: "Macho Man" Randy Savage" – Produced by Billy Corben and Alfred Spellman ("Cocaine Cowboys," "Screwball," ESPN 30 for 30 "The U"), this film will tell the larger-than-life story of one of the most colorful and charismatic Superstars to ever step foot inside the ring. With two WWE Championships, four WCW® World Championships and a 14-month reign as Intercontinental Champion, Savage became known for his famous catch phrases, larger-than-life personality and the enormous, flashy robes he wore into the ring. "Biography: Booker T" – Directed by Emmy and Peabody Award winner George Roy ("The Curse of the Bambino", "Mayweather"), this film showcases one of the greatest Superstars in sports entertainment history. Booker T is an 11-time WCW Tag Team Champion, a six-time World Champion, winner of the 2006 King of the Ring Tournament, and a two-time (2013 and 2019) inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame. In addition to his Hall of Fame career in the ring, Booker T also went on to become a color commentator for WWE's weekly programming. "Biography: Shawn Michaels" – Directed by Joe Lavine ("Rowdy" Roddy Piper, ESPN 30 for 30 "Playing for the Mob," HBO "Namath"), this film chronicles the wild life of one of WWE's greatest performers and most enduring villains. After drug addiction nearly cost him his life, Shawn Michaels, aka "The Heartbreak Kid," made one of the most improbable late-career comebacks in WWE history. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011. "Biography: Ultimate Warrior" – Directed by Daniel Amigone ("24/7 Red Wings: Maple Leafs – Road to the Winter Classic," "Chain of Command," "The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth") and Executive Produced by Jake Rogal and Jason Hehir ("The Last Dance," "Andre The Giant"), this film shares the story of Ultimate Warrior, a WWE Hall of Famer who inspired an entire generation of fans living by his mantra of "always believe." With his colorful face paint and equally colorful interviews, Ultimate Warrior is perhaps best remembered for defeating Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania VI to become both the WWE Champion and the Intercontinental Champion. "Biography: Mick Foley" – Directed by Thomas Odelfelt (24/7 "Mayweather-Marquez," 24/7 "Penguins- Capitals: Road To The NHL Winter Classic," HBO "Courtside At The NBA Finals") and Executive Produced by Jake Rogal and Jason Hehir ("The Last Dance," "Andre The Giant"), this film follows the unique, multifaceted career of Mick Foley, a 2013 WWE Hall of Fame inductee better known as "Mankind." A fan favorite during WWE's "Attitude Era," Foley shocked audiences in 1998 during a career defining match as he was thrown off the top of the Hell in a Cell by Undertaker. "Biography: Bret "Hitman" Hart" – Directed by George Roy ("Booker T," "The Curse of the Bambino," "Mayweather," HBO "Mantle"), this film tells the story of Bret Hart, one of the greatest technical athletes in WWE history, earning him nicknames "The Hit Man" and "The Excellence of Execution." Throughout his storied career, the five-time WWE title holder famously defeated "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, Ric Flair and Yokozuna, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006. The WWE "Biography" documentaries are produced by WWE Studios for A&E Network. Executive producers for WWE Studios are Kevin Dunn, Chris Kaiser, Susan Levison, and Richard Lowell. Executive producers for A&E Network are Elaine Frontain Bryant and Brad Abramson. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights. "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures" – Premieres Sunday, April 18 at 10pm ET/PT "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures" takes viewers on a journey to find some of WWE's most iconic, lost memorabilia. In each of the nine episodes, WWE's Stephanie McMahon and Paul "Triple H" Levesque lead a team of collectors, WWE Superstars and Legends as they investigate, negotiate, bid and travel across the country to hunt down and reclaim some of the most elusive WWE collectibles. Throughout history, WWE's action-packed storylines have spawned iconic, one-of-a-kind memorabilia, most of which have gone missing. Superstar in training, AJ Francis will head out on the road alongside some of the most famous WWE Legends of all time including The Undertaker, Ric Flair, Charlotte Flair, Mick Foley, Kane, Big Show, Mark Henry, Jerry "The King" Lawler, Booker T, Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and Sgt. Slaughter. The series will unearth these rare items in the hopes of preserving and sharing the legacy behind the memorable moments in WWE history. "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures" is produced by WWE Studios for A&E Network with Susan Levison, Ben Zierten, David Carr, Stephanie McMahon and Paul "Triple H" Levesque serving as executive producers. Elaine Frontain Bryant, Dolores Gavin and Jonathan Partridge serve as executive producers for A&E Network. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights for "WWE's Most Wanted Treasures."

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A&E NETWORK AND WWE® ANNOUNCE THE RETURN OF   “BIOGRAPHY: WWE LEGENDS” AND SERIES PREMIERES OF   “WWE RIVALS” AND “WWE SMACK TALK” IN ALL-NEW “WWE ON A&E” PROGRAMMING BLOCK STARTING SUNDAY, JULY 10

9-WEEK EVENT KICKS OFF WITH “BIOGRAPHY: WWE LEGENDS” HIGHLIGHTING UNTOLD STORIES OF THE UNDERTAKER, THE BELLA TWINS, WRESTLEMANIA 1, GOLDBERG, REY MYSTERIO AND MORE

VIEW “BIOGRAPHY: WWE LEGENDS” PROMO HERE  

“ Biography: WWE Legends ” – Season Two Premieres Sunday, July 10 at 8pm ET/PT Under the award-winning “Biography” banner, each two-hour episode will tell the intimate, personal stories behind the success of some of WWE’s most memorable Legends and events. Through rare archival footage and in-depth interviews, each episode explores a different Legend and their immense impact in the WWE universe and on pop culture. Legends featured this season include   The Undertaker, Goldberg, The Bella Twins, Lex Luger, Edge, Kurt Angle, Rey Mysterio, D-Generation X  and a look at the iconic first-ever  WrestleMania .

“WWE Rivals” – New Series Premieres Sunday, July 10 at 10pm ET/PT Actor and former WWE writer  Freddie Prinze Jr.  leads a roundtable discussion of WWE luminaries to delve into the storylines and dynamic characters behind the epic battles that built the WWE. Each one-hour episode features archival footage from WWE’s library as well as interviews with the Legends involved and the Superstars that watched these rivalries unfold. Rivalries featured this season include  “Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. The Rock, Bret “The Hitman” Hart vs. Shawn Michaels, The Undertaker vs. Kane, John Cena vs. Edge  and   the “Monday Night Wars” between  WCW and WWE .

“ WWE Smack Talk ” –   New Series Premieres Sunday, July 10 at 11pm ET/PT Featuring WWE Legend  Booker T , Hot 97 and ESPN host Peter Rosenberg  and WWE host  Jackie Redmond ,   each   half-hour after show episode breaks down the biggest moments from each Sunday’s episode of “Biography: WWE Legends” and “WWE Rivals” as well as reveals new information that didn’t make the cut. Along the way, Booker, Peter and Jackie will welcome WWE Legends, current Superstars and other celebrity guests to further discuss the night’s events. 

*Join the conversation by following @WWEonAE and using #WWEonAE*

All series will be available on demand and to stream on the A&E App and aetv.com

“Biography: WWE Legends,” “WWE Rivals,” and “WWE Smack Talk” are produced by WWE for A&E Network. Executive producers for WWE are Vince McMahon, Kevin Dunn and Chris Kaiser. Executive producers for A&E Network are Elaine Frontain Bryant, Brad Abramson, and Jonathan Partridge. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights.  

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Trish Stratus on a Possible Return: ‘Cody Isn’t The Only One With An Unfinished Story’

Justin barrasso | aug 4, 2024.

Trish Stratus isn’t done just yet.

The WWE star and women’s wrestling pioneer believes she has one more match, if not one more run, still remaining in her career.

“Cody isn’t the only one with an unfinished story,” said Stratus. “I loved being back as a special guest in Toronto at Money in the Bank. And who knows, if I can still go, I’ll still keep going. I’ll never half-ass it. If fans are interested and it can influence another generation, then we’ll see.”

Stratus, 48, played a villain in her most recent run, which ended last September when she lost to Becky Lynch in a steel cage at Payback. The possibility existed that match would take place at last year’s SummerSlam, but Stratus wanted her run to end in a cage.

“Before I left, I wanted that cage match,” said Stratus. “SummerSlam was in a stadium, so we wouldn’t have had the cage, and we would have been looking at 8-10 minutes. So I was happy to do it at Payback in a cage.

“I know people had thought the ‘dream matches’ were with Charlotte and Mercedes [Sasha], but I loved working with Becky, too. I wanted to go back as a heel, and it ended up working out so well for us.”

. @TrishStratusCom offers an unprecedented look into her life, detailing intimate moments never heard before during a brand new Biography: WWE Legends SUNDAY at 8/7c, only on @AETV . #WWEonAE pic.twitter.com/eQvKbUyGWP — WWE on A&E (@WWEonAE) August 2, 2024

Stratus is the subject of tonight’s Biography: WWE Legends episode on A&E. The WWE Hall of Famer has had an enduring effect on people who hunger to make a livelihood in professional wrestling.

“I went to work and did my best,” said Stratus. “Getting the call for the Hall of Fame, that hit me. I didn’t realize what I was creating retrospectively. That was a reminder that we did make a difference and that people were impacted by that.

“During the first women’s Royal Rumble, I kept hearing different women saying that I influenced them to get in the business. That was incredibly impactful. Looking back, it’s amazing to see how we influenced the business.”

If Stratus returns for another run, she does have unfinished business with Zoey Stark, who served as her muscle during the heel run before their breakup at Payback.

“When Zoey got introduced, I was very pleased with that,” said Stratus. “The chance to influence someone else’s career, it means a lot. She was great to work with and she loved to learn–and there is more to the story between me and Zoey Stark.”

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“It’s fun to share the behind-the-scenes stuff that no one knows,” said Stratus. “I love the peeks behind the curtain, and I can’t wait for people to see it.”

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Roman Reigns is back and as Michael Cole said live on TV, "The Real Tribal Chief is back." The former Undisputed WWE Champion finally marked his presence by attacking Solo Sikoa and helping Cody Rhodes retain his title.

A new thing that caught everyone's eye is the t-shirt worn by Roman Reigns. The Head of the Table wore a t-shirt called OTC. This OTC is the latest nickname of the Tribal Chief which stands for 'Original Tribal Chief.'

A few days ago, it was reported that the company was discussing ideas about calling Roman Reigns the Original Tribal Chief. It looks like the company pulled the trigger on that one as fans saw him sport that shirt.

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For weeks and weeks, Solo Sikoa claimed himself to be the Tribal Chief. Across multiple segments week-by-week, Sikoa asked Reigns to handle business with him if he had a problem with the former being the new Tribal Chief.

The 'Original Tribal Chief' finally decided to handle business on his own. He took out his cousin and helped his former nemesis retain the WWE Championship.

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The Head of the Table returning always had one question attached to it. How would the story unfold ahead, with so many characters in the picture? We are yet to see returns of The Rock , Paul Heyman, and Jimmy Uso.

Once all the characters of the saga are back, this could mean only one thing which is a Civil War. However, this civil war would be much different than the one we saw last year.

It could start with a normal Roman Reigns vs Solo Sikoa bout leading to a faction war. This civil war could be a more intense one with Survivor Series around the corner. Therefore, a Bloodline WarGames is not out of the realm of possibility.

Solo Sikoa could have Jacob Fatu and the Tongans while Reigns could have Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Sami Zayn if the Original Tribal Chief decides to reunite with his estranged family members and friends.

This can eventually lead to a moment where The Rock comes back as the original mastermind of Solo's Bloodline. Leading to potentially the greatest main event of all time in Roman Reigns vs The Rock.

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2024 WWE SummerSlam results, recap, grades: Roman Reigns returns, Drew McIntyre wins, plus four title changes

Summerslam was overloaded with drama that set the stage for an exciting second half of 2024.

Roman Reigns returned fire in the Bloodline Civil War, meeting the words of Solo Sikoa with actions on Saturday night at the 2024 edition of WWE SummerSlam in Cleveland. Reigns returned to WWE for the first time since losing to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40 in April, aiding his former rival in defeating the replacement Tribal Chief, Sikoa, in the main event of SummerSlam.

Cleveland hosted a dramatic event chock-full of betrayal, tension and misdeeds. Rhodes successfully defended his undisputed WWE championship in Saturday's main event thanks to Reigns' unlikely assistance. Drew McIntyre scored vengeance against CM Punk with Seth Rollins serving as a distraction, and the Judgement Day imploded from multiple betrayals.

Beyond those storyline developments, there were four title changes on the show, notable since WWE has not seen most of its main roster championships switch hands since WrestleMania.

CBS Sports was with you the entire way throughout WWE SummerSlam. Check out our match results and grades below along with highlights from the show even further down the page.

2024 WWE SummerSlam results, grades

Women's World Championship -- Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley: SummerSlam's opening match had two primary subplots: The love triangle involving Dominik Mysterio and a cat-and-mouse game. Morgan was apprehensive about a straightforward fight, preferring to flee and find openings. Both superstars flirted with Dominik to try and get under their rival's skin. Ripley eventually got her hands on Morgan but her offense was short-lived. The champion hurled Ripley into the corner post, aggravating her previously legitimate shoulder injury. Ripley, in character, claimed, "My shoulder is out," but refused to concede. Mysterio, who accompanied Ripley to the ring, showed his allegiance by throwing himself in front of Morgan's suicide dive. A bizarre spot saw Ripley ram her shoulder into the announcers' table to pop it back into place. Morgan looked horrified as Ripley stormed the ring. 

Morgan countered Riptide with a DDT before Ripley locked in a one-arm Prism Lock. Morgan's brightest moment was a crucifix driver and armbar. The shoulder spot became a recurring bit. Ripley repeatedly rammed her shoulder into the turnbuckle to put it back in place. Morgan tried to get herself disqualified -- titles don't change hands via DQ or countout -- by hitting Ripley with a steel chair. Ripley countered Morgan by hitting her with a Riptide. Ripley picked up the chair instead of going for the pinfall. Mysterio tried to talk some sense into Ripley, during which Morgan pushed Ripley into Mysterio and hit Oblivion. Ripley kicked out at two, but a second distraction by Mysterio allowed Morgan to hit her finisher on a steel chair. Post-match, Mysterio handed Morgan the title and kissed her, confirming his betrayal of Ripley. Mysterio flipped off the SummerSlam crowd as a seething Ripley looked on. An angry Damian Priest interrogated Judgement Day about Mysterio's actions shortly after the mach.

Morgan vs. Ripley was arguably SummerSlam's second-best storyline coming in, behind CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre. This is an instance where a deceptive finish was welcome, perfectly playing into the soap opera-heavy story. Ripley looked strong and sympathetic in defeat, Morgan and Mysterio elevated their profiles in victory. It's not a five-star athletic match but an excellent representation of this type of pro wrestling. Morgan (c) def. Ripley via pinfall to retain the title. Grade: A

Intercontinental Championship -- Sami Zayn (c) vs. Bron Breakker: Saturday's sophomore match was the antithesis of the opening contest, which was a fast-paced workhorse match. Both men made crucial mistakes early by going for signature moves. An overzealous Breakker hurt his shoulder spearing the ring post, and Zayn whiffed on a Helluva Kick. The challenger hit a nice Frankensteiner off the top ropes, an ode to his uncle Scott Steiner. The champ hit Breakker with a Blue Thunder Bomb and an exploder suplex in what felt like 5 minutes into the match. 

Zayn lined Breakker up for a match-ending Helluva Kick but was intercepted by a nasty spear. The Cleveland crowd barked in favor of Breakker as the challenger followed up with an even meaner spear to win the intercontinental title. Blink and you missed most of this match. The crowd had no time to be bored, but the short runtime left something to be desired from two superstars with more to give. On the plus side, it sets up a trilogy match that hopefully will be granted more time. Breakker def. Zayn (c) to win the title. Grade: B-

United States Championship -- Logan Paul (c) vs. LA Knight: Paul was accompanied by musician Machine Gun Kelly. Knight rolled up in Paul's Prime-branded Hummer that he stole on SmackDown, busting out the blue-tinted windows with a steel pipe. Fists started flying before the match. Knight repeatedly slammed Paul's head into the announce table before planting the champ with a burning hammer neckbreaker onto the table. Knight rolled his opponent into the ring and the match was underway. The match was evenly contested throughout. The crowd was clearly behind the challenger despite Paul being born nearby. 

Knight nearly won after landing a big top-rope elbow drop, but Paul answered nicely with a springboard clothesline. Paul's athleticism is remarkable, and he often delivers a memorable spot. Saturday's might have been his best yet. Paul executed an incredible spinning springboard moonsault to the outside. Paul subsequently countered Knight's signature BFT with a haymaker punch. The commentators made a big deal of Paul's titanium fist but Knight kicked out at the last moment. The moonsault wasn't the match's only huge spot. Knight landed a gnarly avalanche brainbuster that was legitimately scary to witness. Fortunately, Paul seemed unharmed. MGK slipped brass knuckles to Paul in the closing moments. The champion cracked Knight with the foreign weapon but couldn't seal the deal. Knight flawlessly countered a Buckshot Lariat into a BFT to win the title.

Knight and Paul had fantastic chemistry. The execution of the counters was terrific and the two major spots looked beautiful. Knight was overdue for a singles title reign, his first main roster belt in a 21-year-long career. The U.S. title has a good chance of being on par with the intercontinental title under Knight's watch. Knight def. Paul (c) via pinfall to win the title. Grade: A

WWE Women's Championship -- Bayley (c) vs. Nia Jax: Jax entered the ring wearing her crown, a reminder that she earned this title shot by winning the Queen of the Ring tournament in May. David vs. Goliath showdown. The champion's speed and experience provided her with windows of opportunities, but Jax's sheer strength often gave her the edge. Jax relied primarily on power moves, including her signature Samoan drops inside and outside the ring. Jax was gobsmacked when Bayley kicked out of her Banzai drop finisher, dubbed the A-Nia-Later. 

Bayley showed plenty of underdog spirit but also shrugged off her label as the undersized champion. Bayley slid underneath as Jax set up for a second A-Nia-Later, lifting up the challenger with a powerbomb. It won't have the cultural impact of Hulk Hogan power-slamming Andre the Giant, but Bayley's feat was praiseworthy as she walked around with Jax on her shoulders. Ultimately, Bayley could not overcome the power disadvantage. Tiffany Stratton teased a Money in the Bank cash-in, giving Jax the space to hit two powerbombs and two mores  A-Nia-Later to become champion. Jax and Stratton celebrated post-match.

This match won't get a lot of love compared to tonight's heavy-hitters, but it was a solid showing. Bayley's powerbomb was legitimately impressive, and Jax continued to grow as a performer. Having Jax as champion and Stratton as Ms. Money in the Bank will create an interesting dynamic for their partnership moving forward. Jax def. Bayley (c) via pinfall to win the title. Grade: B

CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre (Seth Rollins as special guest referee): The tension between Punk, McIntyre and Rollins was palpable. Punk and McIntyre brawled off the bat. Each man's refusal to adhere to five counts implored Rollins to get physically involved. The action spilled outside as Punk repeatedly rammed McIntyre's head into steel steps. McIntyre retaliated by swinging Punk into the announce table. While Rollins diligently applied the rules early, he ignored countouts to let McIntyre and Punk beat each other. McIntyre manhandled Punk through the middle portion, chucking Punk around and slapping him in the face. The dynamic between Rollins and the competing superstars was a primary factor in the match. McIntyre compelled Rollins to turn a blind eye to using a steel chair. Rollins snatched the chair from McIntyre, prompting McIntyre to pie-face the referee. Rollins attempted to hit McIntyre with the chair but nearly struck Punk instead. Punk pieced together a flurry of signature moves -- including a top rope elbow drop and Anaconda Vice, setting up a crucial theme in the match.

Punk made a rare psychological error, retrieving the sentimental bracelet McIntyre stole from him instead of completing the submission. McIntyre took advantage by cracking a distracted Punk with a Claymore but only managed a two count. Notably, Rollins took the bracelet off the mat and wore it around his wrist. Punk lifted McIntyre onto his shoulders for Go To Sleep but was again distracted by the bracelet. Punk saw Rollins wearing the bracelet and dropped McIntyre off his shoulders. Punk accused Rollins of playing mind games, which Rollins staunchly denied. McIntyre shoved Punk into Rollins and set up a Future Shock DDT, the same move that legitimately injured Punk at the Royal Rumble. Punk countered with the Go To Sleep but Rollins was still recovering on the floor. Rollins rolled back in but McIntyre kicked out after a delayed two-count. 

An argument ensued between Punk and Rollins, the latter of whom proclaimed that Punk wasn't welcome in WWE after having his buttons pushed. Punk hit Rollins with a GTS before turning his attention to McIntyre. McIntyre kicked Punk in the groin -- a callback to Clash at the Castle where Punk did the same to McIntyre -- and hit a match-ending Claymore. A compromised Rollins made a slow, hesitant three-count to award McIntyre the victory. McIntyre snatched the bracelet post-match as he mocked Punk. 

Much like Morgan vs. Ripley, this match prioritized long-running drama over in-ring action. It was an all-around success. Punk's rare tactical errors suggested ring rust, McIntyre finally scored a measure of vengeance on Punk, and Rollins was reintroduced as an integral part of the feud. WWE has many ways to pivot from here. Options are a good thing. McIntyre def. Punk via pinfall. Grade: A

World Heavyweight Championship -- Damian Priest (c) vs. GUNTHER: Priest entered the match as an underdog champion, a stigma emphasized early in the match. GUNTHER overwhelmed Priest with his combination of physical power, technical brilliance and ring generalship. It took a while but Priest turned the tide with a top-rope hurricanrana and his signature Broken Arrow. The next phase of the match was striking-oriented: Priest's MMA-inspired strikes vs. GUNTHER's chops. Priest's dynamic striking was more effective. The champion even managed to make GUNTHER -- arguably WWE's best chopper -- bleed from chops. "The Ring General" GUNTHER reputation preceded him. Priest made the mistake of trying a second spinning kick. GUNTHER scouted the move, scooped the leg and planted Priest with a T-bone suplex. GUNTHER followed with a barrage of strikes. Finn Balor tried to will his Judgement Day leader Priest to life as GUNTHER continued to chop the champ's lifeless body. 

GUNTHER knocked Balor off the apron, a misdeed that spurred Priest back to life. Priest planted GUNTHER with a Razor's Edge and South of Heaven, but Balor draped GUNTHER's leg over the rope to break the count. Priest wasn't immediately aware of the betrayal but caught the incident on the big screen replay. GUNTHER locked in a rear-naked choke as Priest tried to confront Balor. It appeared that Priest would pass out, but the champ rolled over and nearly pinned GUNTHER. Priest couldn't ignore the treachery and lunged again for Balor. GUNTHER intercepted with a powerbomb and rear-naked choke for the technical submission victory.

The opening match set the table for a complete coup within the Judgement Day. The match was great, but it had some things going against it. The drama-heavy nature of the match was similar to Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley and CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins. There was definitely fan sympathy for Priest, but it didn't feel quite as strong as it did for the night's other heroes. WWE is also heading towards a Bloodline civil war storyline, making a similar storyline involving the Judgement Day not quite as intriguing. Kudos to the parties involved for putting in a hard-hitting effort and doing the best they could within the confines of the story. GUNTHER def. Priest (c) via submission to win the title. Grade: B+

Undisputed WWE Championship -- Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Solo Sikoa (Bloodline Rules): Sikoa notably entered without The Bloodline. Rhodes received encouraging words from the legendary Four Horsemen member Arn Anderson en route to the ring with Arn telling the champ he had friends around. Your mileage will vary on Sikoa as Tribal Chief, but he reminded folks his aura is most potent in singles matches. Sikoa was intimidating, powerful and tactical from the get-go. Sikoa blocked Rhodes' signature fallback mat strike, warning the champ that he's been studied. The main eventers had a back-and-forth match taking place between the ropes and ringside. Sikoa had the better reads for much of the match, allowing him to land big moves. Rhodes capitalized on a small opening to remedy his grief. Rhodes lept onto the corner ropes, intercepting Sikoa with a superplex. Sikoa's hubris got the better of him during a back-and-forth exchange. Sikoa tried to hit Rhodes with his Rhodes' finisher but the champ countered into a Cross Rhodes. The champ didn't have time to capitalize as Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa stormed the ring. The Bloodline dragged Sikoa over Rhodes but the champion kicked out. Queue Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. Rhodes' allies had been absent for weeks after being attacked by The Bloodline but returned on Saturday to even the odds.

The three fan-favorites hit Sikoa with signature moves, yet the challenge managed to shrug his shoulder off the mat for a two-count. Rhodes repeatedly struck Sikoa with steel steps. The champion was prepared to take Sikoa's head off with the stairs, similar to what he did to AJ Styles at Clash at the Castle. Sikoa countered with a spear but was soon after the victim of a pair of Cross Rhodes. The champ lined up Sikoa for a match-ending third consecutive finisher, but Jacob Fatu made his presence known. The Bloodline's new enforcer tore through Rhodes before Sikoa crawled over for the cover. Rhodes managed to kick out at the final moment but it only made things worse. Fatu lunged again, laying Rhodes across the announcers' table and driving him through the table with a top rope splash. It appeared Fatu may have legitimately injured his ankle or knee on the landing. Sikoa rolled Rhodes into the ring and hit a top rope splash, yet the fighting champion kicked out. Rhodes hit a Cody Cutter as both men laid fatigued.

That's when Roman Reigns' music hit, eliciting a huge ovation from the Cleveland crowd. Reigns took his time entering the ring. he came face-to-face with Sikoa, slugging him with a Superman punch and shredding him with a spear. Reigns gave Rhodes an acknowledging nod before exiting the ring. Rhodes hit Sikoa with a match-ending Cross Rhodes and stared down Reigns while covering Sikoa.

Candidly, I was prepared to give this match a lower grade. I was burnt out from the sheer quantity of slow burn dramatic matches on the card. But people mostly remember the finale and SummerSlam's finale was awesome. The live audience came unglued for Reigns, who set the stage for an incredible Bloodline civil war that will probably carry SmackDown into November's Survivor Series PPV. Some logic gaps dragged the match down. The most notable was Fatu's late arrival. There were a few instances where Sikoa could have believably lost, putting Fatu's absence into question. Still, it was a phenomenal conclusion to SummerSlam that sets the scene for the rest of 2024. Rhodes (c) def. Sikoa via pinfall to retain the title. Grade: A

Before the main event, Jelly Roll hit Grayson Waller with a steel chair. He then turned his attention Austin Theory, hitting a one-handed chokeslam and five-knuckle shuffle, aided by matching efforts from Awesome Truth.

All that remains is the main event. Undisputed WWE champion Cody Rhodes is short on allies and momentum as he defends the title against The Bloodline's de factor Tribal Chief, Solo Sikoa in a Bloodline Rules match.

The opening match set the table for a complete coup within the Judgement Day. The match was great, but it had some things going against it. The drama-heavy nature of the match was similar to Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley and CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins. There was definitely fan sympathy for Priest, but it didn't feel quite as strong as it did for the night's other heroes. WWE is also heading towards a Bloodline civil war storyline, making a similar storyline involving yhe Judgement Day not quite as intriguing. Kudos to the parties involved for putting in a hard-hitting effort and doing the best they could within the confines of the story. GUNTHER def. Priest (c) via submission to win the title. Grade: B+

Tonight's penultimate match is about to begin. Damian Priest defends the world heavyweight title against Gunther. The longest-reigning intercontinental champion in WWE history earned the title shot by winning the King of the Ring tournament in May. It'll be interesting to see how Priest's fresh frustrations with Mysterio, who betrayed Judgement Day's Ripley earlier in the evening, will factor into play.

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WWE SummerSlam 2024 results: Roman Reigns returns; Winners, highlights and analysis

WWE’s biggest party of the summer was a rager for the ages.

Outside of WrestleMania, SummerSlam is one of the grandest premium live events on WWE’s calendar, and after Saturday night, the course of WWE has drastically changed.

Seven matches took place at the home of the NFL 's Cleveland Browns , six of which were for championship gold. CM Punk and Drew McIntyre finally got in the ring months after the hottest rivalry in wrestling began, and the main event featured Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Solo Sikoa. But a remarkable return happened during the Bloodline rules match, and now the fight to be the true "Tribal Chief" begins.

Here is a recap of all the action at SummerSlam 2024:

Roman Reigns returns

The real "Tribal Chief" is back , making his entrance during the Undisputed WWE Championship match. He took out Solo Sikoa.

ROMAN REIGNS IS BACK! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/a49hy66nzo — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

• Undisputed WWE Championship match (Bloodline rules): Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Solo Sikoa

The aura inside Cleveland Browns Stadium was immaculate to start this match, and the crowd made its distaste for Solo Sikoa known early. The first minutes of the match were spent feeling each other out, but it was Sikoa that got some of the best shots in to start. He tried going for quick pins and a Samoan spike, but the champion is a seasoned star that won't go down easy.

Sikoa was still aggressive in his approach, paying homage to his family with several moves they made famous. Rhodes would counter some opportunities only for Sikoa to regain the advantage. Rhodes finally got the upper hand when he executed a Cross Rhodes, but since it was Bloodline rules, Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa came out to punish the champion. Sikoa went for a pin, only for Rhodes to kick out. That's when Kevin Owens came out to aid Rhodes and deal with the siblings. When The Bloodline began to gang up on him, Randy Orton came out to help. Owens and Orton took out Tonga and Loa, and Rhodes got a Cross Rhodes on Sikoa, but he kicked out.

Here comes THE VIPER! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/CquinK1U94 — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Understanding it takes more to win, Rhodes used the steel steps on Sikoa. He was surprised by a spear from Sikoa, which resulted in an unsuccessful pin. When Sikoa tried to use the steel steps, it backfired and led to two Cross Rhodes from the champion. That's when the unpredictable Jacob Fatu emerged and unleashed a ruthless assault on Rhodes. He helped Sikoa attempt a pin, but Rhodes kicked out. Fatu continued the onslaught with a dive onto the announcer's table, and he appeared to hurt his leg off the jump. Sikoa brought Rhodes into the ring to finish it, and somehow, Rhodes kicked out.

That's when Roman Reigns emerged. The former WWE champion delivered a Superman punch to Sikoa and then a spear to his former enforcer before leaving the ring. Rhodes was stunned watching it happen, but he did what he needed to do. He hit the Cross Rhodes and got the pin on Sikoa as Reigns and him locked eyes. The title is retained.

ROMAN REIGNS SPEARS SOLO SIKOA #Summerslam pic.twitter.com/RHkp2OVLcr — Wrestling Pics & Clips (@WrestleClips) August 4, 2024

Greatest shot of the year. pic.twitter.com/WNmPh6OLsS — Roman Reigns SZN 💥 (@reigns_era) August 4, 2024

Analysis: It finally happened. Roman Reigns has made his emphatic return to WWE and he made a statement. Yes, this was a match for the WWE title, but this result means so much more for The Bloodline. Cody Rhodes will be dealt with later.

Now the serious battle for the right to be the "Tribal Chief" begins. Solo Sikoa has self-appointed himself to the head of the table, but Reigns is back to remind him who is in charge. How everything unfolds after this will be captivating television that every fan will be excited to watch. One year ago, Paul Heyman said The Bloodline storyline was in the bottom of the third inning, and people thought he was crazy for thinking this story could continue on. Flash forward to now, and it's again the top story in WWE. The "Wiseman" was indeed wise.

Watch: Cody Rhodes makes his SummerSlam entrance

Pharaoh. Arn Anderson. What an entrance for the Undisputed WWE Champion.

What an arrival for the Undisputed WWE Champion at #SummerSlam ! pic.twitter.com/ppePo27mVE — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Jelly Roll delivers chokeslam, five-knuckle shuffle to Austin Theory

Not only is he the artist of the official song of SummerSlam, he also can put some moves on in the ring.

When The Miz and R-Truth announced the crowd attendance, Austin Theory and Grayson Waller came out to bash Cleveland. Jelly Roll didn't like that, so he showed up in the ring with a steel chair and hit both Theory and Waller with it. Afterward, he delivered a chokeslam to Theory, and he, The Miz and R-Truth hit the five-knuckle shuffle to take him out.

Jelly Roll just chokeslammed Austin Theory 😭 #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/NeGSzkrWed — WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) August 4, 2024

• World Heavyweight Championship match: Damian Priest (c) vs. Gunther

Damian Priest knew the challenge he had ahead of him, and he wasted no time going on the attack, surprising Gunther. Once the fury settled, that's when Gunther displayed his prowess and started his game. The champion wasn't going to down easy, responding to anything thrown at him. Gunther is known for his ruthless chops, but it was Priest who landed merciless slaps that were so strong, it cut open the challenger.

Gunther executed his dropkick-powerbomb combo but was unsuccessful in securing the pin. Preist responded with a South of Heaven slam that was also kicked out of. Once Gunther recovered, he started to launch blow after blow to Priest, each hit more punishing than the last. Finn Balor came out and tried to rally his champion, but Gunther was having none of it, even as he had blood running down his body. He kicked Balor in the head, only it added some fuel to Priest. He responded with some vicious clotheslines, landed a Razor's Edge and a South of Heaven slam to get the pin, but chaos ensued.

Balor put Gunther's foot on the rope to end the pin. Priest saw the replay on the Jumbotron and was baffled to see what happened. With Priest distracted, Gunther put the champion in a sleeper hold, only for him to get out. Priest tried to retaliate on Balor, but Gunther went back to the sleeper, and this time the champion was out for good. "The Ring General" is the new World Heavyweight Champion.

WHY FINN WHY?! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/U4LCYuhUhu — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Analysis: Well, there goes The Judgment Day. With Dominik Mysterio betraying Rhea Ripley and Finn Balor backstabbing Damian Priest, the faction that has controlled "Monday Night Raw" for more than a year is basically in shambles.

Gunther is among the best in the business and he didn't need help to keep his hopes of winning the title alive, but it was necessary for story purposes. The World Heavyweight Championship is still young and needs to be held in high regard, and Gunther is the perfect person to take it to the next level. There's a chance he holds this title for a lengthy time period and solidifies his position as the unstoppable force of WWE.

On the other side, a feud between Priest and Finn Balor has been brewing for months and now it'll finally take place. Priest's title reign helped him become a more respectable wrestler, and now he'll look more legit when he takes on a veteran in Balor. The demise of The Judgement Day will be something worth watching.

The Judgment Day has IMPLODED! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/abJm0MOnwq — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

• Drew McIntyre vs. CM Punk (with Seth Rollins as special guest referee)

The most highly-anticipated match of the night started off with tremendous hype, and Seth Rollins helped the crowd get even more wound up before he rang the bell and the two stars teed off on each other.

Issues with Rollins started early when CM Punk and McIntyre both got upset with him going with five-counts off the turnbuckles. CM Punk got the first advantage and took the action out of the ring, and Rollins didn't even bother with the count − or care. When McIntyre got on offense, he bounced Punk off the steel frame of the ring and all Rollins did was laugh.

McIntyre tried pushing Rollins' boundaries with a steel chair, and Rollins looked to allow it, but ultimately grabbed it from McIntyre before he could hit Punk. McIntyre shoved Rollins, who tried to hit McIntyre with the chair in retaliation but almost took out Punk instead. Rollins held back, and got rid of the chair. When he wasn't looking, he missed a roll-up pin from Punk. Punk responded with three high knee kicks and an elbow drop off the top rope, but it wasn't enough for a pin.

Punk had McIntyre ready to submit, but he saw the bracelet that had his wife's and dog's name on it, and he let go to get the bracelet back. It cost Punk. McIntyre landed a Claymore. However, Punk kicked out.

THE BRACELET COMES BACK HOME! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/bArzZ8LgPN — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Punk recovered and was going to go for a GTS, only to see Rollins with the bracelet on. Distracted, it gave McIntyre enough time to hit Punk and inadvertently take out Rollins. Punk was able to get the GTS, but since Rollins was out, he wasn't able to get the pin. Punk and Rollins argued, and it ended with Punk delivering a GTS on the referee. Punk got his bracelet back, but McIntyre hit a low blow and then a Claymore on his opponent. He went for the pin, and even though it was slow, Rollins counted to three to get McIntyre the win. Plus, McIntyre got the bracelet back

MCINTYRE WINS. #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/ByC1vIohZ7 — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Analysis: There was plenty of hype for this match and it delivered on all fronts. Seth Rollins was so good at creating chaos, letting CM Punk and Drew McIntyre unleash hell on each other while adding layers of complexity with his authority.

For as much as McIntyre has cost himself this year thanks to his rival, it was Punk who blew it this time. He lost focus with Rollins and it led to him losing his first WWE singles match in a decade. But despite not having an actual match in quite some time, he looked fantastic. There were moments where it looked like we were watching prime Punk from years ago, and that's a good sign as he gets fully back into competing with WWE. The rivalry between him and McIntyre is far from over, but it did plant the seeds for a future feud between Punk and Rollins, something that was planned for WrestleMania 40. Round one goes to McIntyre. Can't wait to see what round two offers.

Watch: CM Punk makes entrance for first WWE singles match since 2014

LET'S DO THIS. #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/BZxVIbnHsD — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

• WWE Women's Championship match: Bayley (c) vs. Nia Jax

The "Queen of the Ring" took quick control of this match, dominating Bayley right out of the gate with vicious, powerful moves. Even when Bayley was able to get some shots in or slow down the challenger, Nia Jax would take back control, taunting her several times in the process. Jax even got in an Annihilate-her that surely looked to end the match, but Bayley got out of it.

Jax continued to put the pressure on, and she was going to go for another Annihilate-her, but Bayley not only got up before it was too late, she picked up Jax and delivered an insane power bomb in an incredible display of strength. Bayley went for a flying elbow to end the match, but Jax kicked out.

Tiffany Stratton came out and attempted to cash in her Money in the Bank contract, but she wasn't able to do it since Bayley knocked her out. Turns out, that's exactly what Jax needed.

The challenger recovered and caught Bayley trying to end the match. She hit a power bomb on her and landed not only one, but two Annihilate-hers on Bayley. It was more than enough and Jax claimed the WWE Women's Championship.

Analysis: This was a shocking result. Bayley hadn't done much with her title reign, but she was still a formidable champion that was looking to get a convincing victory. Instead, Nia Jax is queen and champion.

Say what you want about Jax's in-ring abilities, but she has improved so much since her first stint in WWE. She's a great heel, and now she's able to pull it off exceptionally in matches. Now, she's getting rewarded for how far she's come. Tiffany Stratton may have come out to just be a distraction, but regardless, she and Jax are a formidable threat in the women's division for now. Yes, Stratton can cash in her contract on Jax if she wants to, but that likely won't come soon. So in the meantime, Jax can reign in terror on "Friday Night SmackDown" and become a legitimate, dominant champion.

• United States Championship match: Logan Paul (c) vs. LA Knight

The hatred between these two is so strong, the action started outside of the ring before the bell even rang. LA Knight was attacked, but he got the upper hand and even used Prime bottles as a weapon before he pulled off a Neckbreaker on the announcer's table.

The two finally got in the ring for the match to start, and LA Knight began with the advantage before the champion gained the upper-hand. Even though he was performing in his home state, the crowd booed Paul while clearly making it known it wanted LA Knight to win. The crowd advantage appeared to help the challenger get back on the attack, and he had an impressive elbow drop in a move we hadn't seen from the wrestling veteran. But Paul showed off the aerial skills he's known for with a wild backflip off the top rope outside the ring.

Paul landed his coveted knockout punch, but LA Knight kicked out. He countered with a Superplex off the top rope, and Paul also successfully kicked out. Paul tried to get brass knuckles from his associates ring-side, and LA Knight tried to eliminate the chance by taking them out. But it was artist Machine Gun Kelly that had the brass knuckles as a neckless, and he gave them to Paul. He sneaked in a hit to the head, and he went for the win, but LA Knight recovered, executed a BFT and got the pin to win his first singles title in WWE.

U! S! CHAMP! YEAH! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/xmLEedW0PQ — WWE (@WWE) August 4, 2024

Analysis: LA Knight finally gets his moment. He exploded onto the scene last year and instantly became a fan favorite, even getting a WWE title shot, but there was no solid momentum for him to build off of. Time was running out for him to capture a championship, and if he didn't win Saturday, it might've been the end of his stardom. Logan Paul has been impressive in the ring, but he wasn't a great champion since he barely defended the title, plus there's his out-of-the-ring, social media issues. It was the perfect opportunity to take the title off of Paul and give it to someone that not only needed it, but deserved it. The LA Knight reign is here, yeah.

• Intercontinental Championship match: Sami Zayn (c) vs. Bron Breakker

Bron Breakker tried to end the match off the bat with a spear, but Sami Zayn was smart enough to get out of the way and let the eager star hurt himself.

Still, Breakker is unlike any star WWE has seen, and he recovered quickly by showcasing his power and speed on the champion. Zayn went for a Helluva Kick, but Breakker countered with a spear. He knew it might take more, and he bounced off the ropes with his incredible speed and hit another deadly spear on Zayn to get the pin in relatively quick fashion and become the new Intercontinental Champion.

Analysis: Bron Breakker has been built up as the future of the next generation, and now he finally has championship gold to begin that climb to the top of the mountain. It's unfortunate this match was done in quick fashion knowing Zayn can put on a classic, and it made him look more like a punching bag, but Breakker needed to be put over a certified star to show he will be a problem in the future for the entire roster. It's a major win for someone that needed it more than the champion did. This Intercontinental title run will be crucial to his development, but Breakker is on the right path toward unimaginable success.

Damian Priest livid after Dominik Mysterio turns on Rhea Ripley

The World Heavyweight Champion has another issue to deal with before his match against Gunther.

Damian Priest stormed into The Judgment Day locker room after seeing Dominik Mysterio turn on Rhea Ripley and kiss Liv Morgan. The three other members said they would go find Mysterio and deal with him.

He's FUMING after that particular moment... #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/FWMQnAWcqO — WWE (@WWE) August 3, 2024

• Women's World Championship match: Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley

"Mami" and Dom are no more.

Liv Morgan kept away from Rhea Ripley to start, playing cat-and-mouse for several minutes. When they finally met in the ring, Ripley launched a full assault on the champion. She went for a quick finish with a Riptide, but Morgan got out of it to end the threat. Morgan pushed Ripley into the turnbuckle and she hit the surgically repaired shoulder she just recovered from. Ripley told the referee "it's out" about her right shoulder, but didn't want the match to end, and Morgan went on offense with repeated shots to the injured shoulder. When she had a free moment, Ripley popped her shoulder back in place in a painful moment.

You're wild, MAMI! #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/L7MqTNrfOs — WWE (@WWE) August 3, 2024

With Ripley's shoulder feeling better, she was able to get back to delivering blows, but Morgan was countering nearly everything. She tried to bring a chair into the fold, and Ripley hit a Riptide. She wasn't done, and tried to hit Morgan with the chair, but Dominik Mysterio stopped her. It distracted Ripley, and Morgan kicked Ripley into Mysterio and executed an Ob-Liv-ion. But somehow, Ripley kicked out.

But Mysterio got the referee's attention, and with him not looking, Morgan hit an Ob-Liv-ion and Ripley's head landed on the chair. Morgan then went for the pin, with the referee paying attention, and Morgan got the win.

And that wasn't all.

Mysterio turned on his "Mami." He helped Morgan up and gave her a big smooch, shocking Ripley and the crowd. The two walked away arm-in-arm with a stunned Ripley in disbelief.

DOM and MAMI are THROUGH!!! 💔 #SummerSlam pic.twitter.com/18zsVz7vKV — WWE (@WWE) August 3, 2024

Analysis: What a twist that was. After declaring his devotion to Rhea Ripley over Liv Morgan, Dominik Mysterio suddenly switched sides by helping Morgan get the win, on purpose. It being a dirty finish means these two stars will have to tangle again at some point in the future, but what happened post-match was the icing on the cake.

The kiss between the two was a spectacular shot that had everybody in the stadium going wild, and it definitely will add more fuel to what is the best women's rivalry in wrestling this year. Also, this could be the beginning of the end for The Judgement Day. Mysterio will surely be out of the group, or it will begin to crumble altogether, soon.

Who sang the national anthem at SummerSlam 2024?

Singer Jelly Roll sang "God Bless America" to kick off the night. He also performed "On Fire."

When is SummerSlam 2024?

SummerSlam 2024 is Saturday, Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. ET.

Where is SummerSlam 2024?

SummerSlam 2024 is taking place at Cleveland Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio.

How to watch SummerSlam 2024: TV channel, streaming

The event can be streamed on Peacock , but you must have their premium or premium-plus subscription to watch. Internationally, it will be available on WWE Network.

When does SummerSlam 2024 preshow start?

Countdown to SummerSlam 2024 begins at 4 p.m. ET.

How to watch SummerSlam 2024 preshow

Countdown to SummerSlam 2024 will be available to watch on Peacock, as well as WWE's social channels and WWE's YouTube channel for free.

SummerSlam 2024 match card

Matches not in order

SummerSlam 2024 predictions

• Undisputed WWE Championship match: Cody Rhodes def. Solo Sikoa
• World Heavyweight Championship match: Gunther def. Damian Priest
• WWE Women's Championship match: Bayley def. Nia Jax
• Women's World Championship match: Liv Morgan def. Rhea Ripley
• Intercontinental Championship match: Bron Breakker def. Sami Zayn
• United States Championship match: LA Knight def. Logan Paul
• CM Punk def. Drew McIntyre

SummerSlam history

SummerSlam has been a yearly staple for WWE for decades. It first took place in 1988 at Madison Square Garden and it’s been held every year since then. This year will be the 37th edition of SummerSlam. 

This year’s edition will be the first time it’s taking place in Cleveland since 1996, when it took place at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. 

Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa match stipulation: What are Bloodline rules?

Bloodline rules are back.

On Friday Night SmackDown just before SummerSlam, Rhodes agreed to the title match against Sikoa being under Bloodline rules. 

The match will essentially be a no disqualification match, meaning anything goes. It was the stipulation of the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match between Rhodes and Reigns at WrestleMania 40, which saw all sorts of surprises with John Cena, The Rock and The Undertaker . 

Who is the special guest referee for CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre?

Seth Rollins will be the special guest referee for the bout between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. Rollins has history with both stars and he has made it known he doesn’t like either one of them, making it an intriguing addition to the match. 

Will Roman Reigns return at SummerSlam 2024?

Will the real “Tribal Chief” stand up?

There’s speculation that Roman Reigns will make his return to WWE on Saturday for the first time since he lost the WWE title at WrestleMania 40 in April. Since then, he’s been absent from programming while Solo Sikoa has taken over as the “Tribal Chief” of The Bloodline. 

Sikoa has reigned terror since taking on the leadership role; he’s brought in Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa and Jacob Fatu to the group, and he’s made it known this is his place to run and Reigns no longer is in charge. He even attacked the “Wiseman” and WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman after he refused to acknowledge him as the “Tribal Chief.” 

With all the turmoil of The Bloodline, fans are hoping Reigns makes his return to WWE Saturday night. Especially since the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match will be under Bloodline rules, meaning anything goes in the match, it gives a perfect opportunity for Reigns to come back, regardless of how the title fight ends. 

Liv Morgan-Rhea Ripley history

Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley’s rivalry has been red hot in recent months, but the Women’s World Championship match on Saturday is years in the making.

Morgan and Ripley were tag team partners in 2022 and even challenged for the Women's Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 38. They were unsuccessful, and not long afterward, Ripley attacked Morgan and joined The Judgement Day. They would cross paths again at the 2023 Royal Rumble when Ripley eliminated Morgan to win the women’s Royal Rumble match.

Things picked up in July 2023 when Ripley attacked Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez, who were Women’s Tag Team Champions at the time, which led to them dropping the titles. The next week Ripley and Morgan would face each other, but Ripley attacked her prior to the match with a steel chair, injuring Morgan’s shoulder that would need surgery. 

Morgan returned at the 2024 Royal Rumble, and at the Raw after WrestleMania 40, she attacked Women’s World Champion Ripley as part of her “Liv Morgan revenge tour” to get back at the champion. Ripley’s shoulder was injured and she was forced to vacate the title, much to the joy of Morgan.

It took time, but Morgan claimed the Women’s World Championship at King and Queen of the Ring, thanks to the inadvertent help of Dominik Mysterio, the on-screen love interest of Ripley. Over the next few months, Morgan spent time seducing Mysterio, hoping to get him on her side as Ripley was out. Ripley returned in July and Mysterio sided with “Mami” instead of Morgan, much to the dismay of the champion, and setting the stage for their match at SummerSlam.

Joe Tessitore to begin WWE commentary in September

ESPN broadcaster Joe Tessitore will make his debut as WWE commentator on Sept. 2 when he takes over the Monday Night Raw duties, Michael Cole announced Saturday. Cole will be moving to Friday Night SmackDown, meaning as of now, it'll be Tessitore and Pat McAfee on the call for Mondays.

CJ Perry, fka Lana, has high praise for Liv Morgan

One of the stories dominating WWE is the relationship between Women's World Champion Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio since Rhea Ripley was injured , and one former WWE star said the title holder is in the "perfect" role for it.

CJ Perry, formerly known as Lana from her time in WWE, is close friends with Morgan and raved about her performance since she injured Ripley in April and became champion in May .

"She's in the perfect casting. She's an incredible worker, she's an incredible athlete," Perry told USA TODAY Sports at 2024 ESPY Awards . "At the end of the day, professional wrestling is scripted television, where we want to believe what you're doing is real, and she's the hot girl. We love her.”

– Read more here .

Bron Breakker poised to be a major WWE star

Cody Rhodes says prior to his entrance music “Wrestling has more than one royal family,” and while it’s true, there’s another WWE star making a solid case for his family to be in the picture.

Son of Rick Steiner and nephew of Scott Steiner – both WWE Hall of Famers – Bron Breakker has exploded onto the scene ever since he arrived at the company in 2021. He won the NXT Championship twice and the NXT Tag Team Championship, and since his callup to the main roster, he’s become someone with unlimited potential. He’s been nothing but dominant since his arrival, and he’ll have another major match in his young career Saturday when he challenges Sami Zayn again for the Intercontinental Championship.

Even though he isn’t exactly a “genetic freak” like his uncle, Breakker has proven there is no star like him. 

“With what I'm doing, I'm not so sure anyone's ever done it before,” Breakker told USA TODAY Sports.

– Read more about Bron Breakker here .