SummerSlam 2025 Night 1 Recap: Rollins Cash‑In, New Champions & Major Moments
Summary: WWE’s first-ever two-night SummerSlam kicked off on August 2, 2025, at MetLife Stadium with six blockbuster matches. Highlights included Roman Reigns & Jey Uso’s tag team win, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss capturing the Women’s Tag Team Titles, Sami Zayn defeating Karrion Kross, and the shocking title change when Seth Rollins cashed in on newly crowned champion CM Punk.
Get a full breakdown of the top moments, match results, and storylines that set the stage for Night 2.
📋 Match Results & Highlights
1. Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
The show opened with Roman Reigns teaming with Jey Uso to take on Breakker and Reed. Despite Breakker’s power and Reed’s high-flying offense, the veteran duo rallied. Reigns absorbed a Spear to allow Uso to hit his signature splash on Reed for the pinfall victory
2. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss def. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez
In a thrilling match for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship, Flair and Bliss overcame Judgment Day favorites Perez and Rodriguez. Flair’s moonsault and Bliss’ Sister Abigail sealed the win and crowned new champions.
3. Sami Zayn vs Karrion Kross
Bitter rivals met in a grudge match with personal pride on the line. Kross dominated early, demanding Zayn admit he was right. Zayn refused to use a weapon offered by Scarlett, ultimately hitting a Blue Thunder Bomb to win
4. Tiffany Stratton vs Jade Cargill – WWE Women’s Championship
Rising star Tiffany Stratton defended her title against Queen of the Ring winner Jade Cargill. Stratton scored a quick submission victory in under seven minutes, reinforcing her dominance in the women’s division
5. Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul
Marking a record‑breaking 17th SummerSlam appearance for Randy Orton, the veteran teamed with Jelly Roll to battle McIntyre and Paul. Although Orton set the new record, Paul & McIntyre ultimately secured the win.
6. CM Punk vs Gunther – World Heavyweight Championship + Rollins Cash‑In
CM Punk captured the World Heavyweight Title after a grueling match with long‑reigning champion Gunther. Punk’s celebration was short‑lived: Seth Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract, revealing his earlier knee injury was a ruse. Rollins defeated Punk to become the new champion.
📌 Key Moments & Commentary
- Rollins' cash‑in delivered one of Night 1’s most shocking moments and gave the event its standout twist
- Orton’s appearance brought history as he surpassed The Undertaker for most SummerSlam matches
- Flair & Bliss’s Tag Team Title win solidifies their partnership storyline leading into Night 2
- Sami Zayn’s babyface resilience continued after three encounters with Kross.
- Tiffany Stratton’s fast finish enhances her status as a rising force in women’s wrestling
➡️ What’s Next for Night 2?
Stay tuned as Night 2 promises even more drama, headlined by John Cena vs Cody Rhodes in a Street Fight for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Additional marquee matches include Women's World Triple Threat and US Title Steel Cage action.
✅ Takeaways
- Seth Rollins stole the spotlight with a perfectly executed cash‑in, capturing the World Heavyweight Title.
- Reigns & Uso showed veteran savvy, while Flair & Bliss gave the women’s tag division fresh momentum.
- Tiffany Stratton and Sami Zayn continued their upward trajectories with key victories.
📢 Moment
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