Rollins Snatches World Title in SummerSlam Shocker
CM Punk’s Reign Cut Short by Unexpected Cash-In
Seth Rollins dramatically seized the World Championship at SummerSlam 2025, cashing in his Money in the Bank contract to defeat CM Punk. The shocking turn of events occurred mere moments after Punk himself had overcome a grueling 30-minute contest against Gunther. This marked the conclusion of the first of two monumental nights for the WWE event.
Punk’s Fleeting Moment of Glory
The main event delivered a memorable confrontation. Against expectations, the “Chicago Made” Punk triumphed over the formidable Austrian powerhouse, claiming the world championship and igniting an eruption of crowd euphoria.
However, Punk‘s celebration was cut short. Seth Rollins, who had been feigning a knee injury, made a surprise appearance. Shedding his crutches, Rollins revealed his fitness and immediately capitalized on the opportunity, incapacitating an exhausted Punk to secure the coveted WWE RAW title and exit the stadium victorious.
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— WWE (@WWE) July 24, 2025
Celebrity Impact and Championship Shake-up
Singer Jelly Roll provided one of the night’s talking points, teaming with Randy Orton to face Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre. Though his team was defeated, Jelly Roll earned widespread respect for his resilience, enduring one of the most spectacular celebrity bumps in recent memory. His performance underscored his genuine commitment beyond mere promotion.
Significant shifts also occurred in the women’s division. Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss successfully united to defeat Raquel Rodríguez and Roxanne Perez, capturing the Women’s Tag Team Championships. This victory signifies a new phase in the careers of both decorated superstars.
Full Results from SummerSlam 2025, Night 1
- Seth Rollins defeated CM Punk to win the World Championship (Money in the Bank cash-in)
- CM Punk defeated Gunther for the World Championship
- Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre defeated Jelly Roll and Randy Orton
- Tiffany Stratton retained the Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill
- Sami Zayn beat Karrion Kross
- Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair beat Raquel Rodríguez and Roxanne Perez to win the Women’s Tag Team Championships
- Roman Reigns and Jey Us defeated Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker
The second night of SummerSlam 2025 is anticipated to bring further excitement and unexpected developments. However, the drama, intensity, and raw emotion witnessed on Saturday, spearheaded by Rollins and Punk, have set an exceptionally high bar for the remainder of the event.
