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The first night of SummerSlam was filled with excitement as fans at MetLife Stadium witnessed classic matches and unexpected outcomes.
A tag-team title changed hands and the World Heavyweight Championship saw a surprising twist.
Here’s a recap of the action from the first night of SummerSlam.
Jey Uso & Roman Reigns vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
Roman Reigns in action against Bronson Reed during SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 2, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Andrew Timms/WWE via Getty Images)
Roman Reigns made a triumphant return to the WWE ring, teaming up with Jey Uso to take on Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. The match ended in a victory for Uso and Reigns after a series of intense moves.
Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair vs. Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez for WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship
Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair enter the ring during SmackDown at Prudential Center on August 2, 2025 in Newark, New Jersey. (Heather McLaughlin/WWE via Getty Images)
Bliss and Flair overcame their differences to secure a victory over Perez and Rodriguez, claiming the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship.
Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross
Sami Zayn pins Karrion Kross for the win during SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 2, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Georgiana Dallas/WWE via Getty Images) (Georgiana Dallas/WWE via Getty Images)
Zayn emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Kross, settling their rivalry once and for all.
Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill for WWE Women’s Championship
Tiffany Stratton celebrates her win during SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 2, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Andrew Timms/WWE via Getty Images)
Stratton emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Cargill, solidifying her position as the WWE Women’s Champion.
Logan Paul & Drew McIntyre vs. Jelly Roll & Randy Orton
Jelly Roll in action against Logan Paul during SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 2, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Georgiana Dallas/WWE via Getty Images)
Paul and McIntyre emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Jelly Roll and Orton, showcasing their skills in the ring.
Seth Rollins captures World Heavyweight Championship
Seth Rollins celebrates after winning the WWE World Heavyweight Championship after cashing in his Money in the Bank contract to take on CM Punk during the WWE 2025 SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium on August 02, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Elsa/Getty Images)
Rollins made a surprise return to claim the World Heavyweight Championship, shocking fans with his victory.
