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Mishal: Saving Jeff Hardy

How do you save Jeff Hardy? Mishal has the simple, one-step solution.

Published

6 years ago

July 23, 2020

Mishal Shuhaiber

How do you save Jeff Hardy? Mishal has the simple, one-step solution.

Being a babyface in the modern era of professional wrestling is no easy task, to any performer across any company around the world.

Over the last decade or so the landscape of the business has changed in ways many never saw coming. The very nature of storytelling in professional wrestling isn’t what it once was in the 80s or 90s, it’s evolved in ways that make it both intriguing but obviously a challenge when presenting to a generation that you could say is more critical, vocal & potentially a lot more intelligent all due to the presence of the internet & the online wrestling community many of us argue within on a day-to-day basis.

To be a babyface in the current landscape doesn’t seem to be the ‘cool’ thing to do anymore, especially if you pay attention to the millions of fans who consistently turn their backs on most major babyfaces handed to them, especially within the world of WWE. In the past, the likes of John Cena, Seth Rollins, The Rock, Roman Reigns, Batista & dozens of others have faced the wrath that fans can bring on the modern-day babyface in professional wrestling. Granted none of the flack they received was simply due to being the ‘good guy’, it’s a complicated blend of booking, the state of the fanbase & how storylines are playing out at that specific moment in time. All these men were examples of the traditional, hardworking, flawless, happy-go-lucky babyface no longer being the most digestible option for a fanbase that’s greatly evolved.

But through all these years of change, one character has withstood the test of time, that being Jeff Hardy.

Jeff Hardy is an oddity to me. His character is one that seemingly never ages over time, one that drifts perfectly between every generation of fans & one of the very, very rare cases in this industry where (in my opinion) a character doesn’t actually need to change drastically in order to remain relevant. That isn’t to say Hardy hasn’t attempted to change his gimmick in the past, because there have been changes, some of which have worked, and one in particular that we’ll touch on in a few seconds.

His WWE gimmick has remained more or less consistent, portrayed as the defiant, daredevil underdog that somehow always overcomes the odds regardless of the obstacle in front of him. His battles with the likes of Triple H, The Undertaker, Edge, CM Punk & Randy Orton were proof of that ‘never say die’ attitude that’s made him so popular over the years. The Jeff Hardy character was never one to talk or hold a crowd by the words coming out of his mouth, he does his talking through fighting & risking everything he has to entertain his fanbase. And that’s where Hardy’s appeal has always lied, in the sacrifice he gives for our entertainment, despite the hiccups that have occurred outside the ring.

That is where my fundamental problem with the Jeff Hardy character comes in, or at least how he’s been handled over the last number of months, that being the constant need to drag the man’s personal life into a storyline. In the past, WWE has used this trope, and like almost any other idea they touch, is met with a host of mixed results from fan & critics alike. They constantly rewind to Hardy’s troubled past with drugs, alcohol, substance abuse & battles with depression or family struggles, and while within moderation these angles can add to the reliability a character has with an audience, at times the way the company handles these genuine, real-world issues can come across as offensive in their writing.

Many other stars such as Shawn Michaels, Daniel Bryan, Edge, Randy Orton or even Jeff’s own brother Matt have used their real lives to craft together a plethora of interesting storylines, develop their characters further & manage to give the audience more than just be the standard over-the-top character professional wrestlers are stereotyped for. Beyond anything, these men became more human when opening up to the fanbase, resulting in a connection that will always be quite special, whether heel or babyface.

Where the difference lies in how WWE treats their other talents as opposed to Jeff Hardy, which raises some major concerns.

Jeff’s life has been a central theme in his rivalries against Randy Orton, Edge, Triple H, CM Punk, Jeff Jarrett (during his infamous TNA days) & as anyone keeping up with the current product has witnessed, Sheamus of all people. Of the previous names, arguably the best example of using Hardy’s past to build on a story is during his battles against CM Punk, which remain criminally underrated. The battles they waged over both the Spring & Summer of 2009 weren’t just fantastic storytelling & advanced both their characters forward in incredible directions prior to Hardy’s sendoff from the company, but remain an excellent example of how to make stories personal without crossing boundaries. Everything they engaged with worked for one simple reason, it fit into the characters of both Hardy & Punk. Punk’s character at the time was morphing into the ‘Straightedge saviour’ he would later identify himself with, justifying his abuse of Hardy over his past altercations with people as a result of alcohol & drug abuse, but also solidified him as the heel he so masterfully played. On the other hand, it only aided the fans in wanting Hardy to bounce back from his past & beat Punk for the World Heavyweight Title at the time, helping him as the babyface that never gives up.

Compare this to the current storyline with Sheamus, which presents similar themes only with one gigantic difference, the lack of subtlety behind anything. Rather than be a refreshing storyline on his past demons haunting him on his journey back to the top of the mountain or to attain a goal, his feud with Sheamus feels like a parody of ones that have come before. There’s an over reliance on comedy, sketches, reenacted personal problems (the controversial car accident & drug test angles as examples) & on-the-nose dialogue that bogs it all down from being something truly personal. All of it is mauled by the writing team clearly trying too hard or not understanding that sometimes the flamboyant & ridiculous nature of professional wrestling isn’t always what a feud needs to thrive. Sometimes it’s just about the conflict, as Punk demonstrated years prior. On top of the bad presentation, it just doesn’t fit the character of Sheamus himself, who plays the role of the brutish heel far better than a martyr of sorts trying to bring someone ‘out of the dark’, the storyline from the get-go tries to tackle too much ground when one of the rivals involved just isn’t suited to accomplish what it sets out to do.

Nothing in this article is to suggest that WWE shouldn’t delve into using personal issues per se, but rather think them through before shoving it into a rivalry that probably doesn’t need a personal conflict to even be decent. On its own, this feud could have been a perfect rivalry based on bitterness, not alcoholism or battling your past demons which are presented in the most ridiculous manner possible that just don’t reflect how serious the subject matter is.

My big gripe with the storyline is that it’s wasting arguably the best pure babyface in WWE at the moment, by relegating him to a story that clearly just exists to be a form of shock factor to WWE’s new audience over on FOX. It’s clear the deal the company has going on with FOX is lucrative, and definitely raking in substantial amounts of money to their already sizeable profits, but this is one of those times a storyline is so disconnected from what the fanbase wants & thinks. So little about it rings like it’s genuinely written to appeal to fans, instead feeling like an attempt to drag in casual viewers through ‘controversy’.

Obviously a star like Hardy needs a solid, gripping storyline to engage with & so would fans, but all of their work as of late misses the key appeal he’s always had as a character. He’s never been one to talk extensively on the mic or work well with comedic segments, which is so frustrating to witness as a fan of not just the product but Hardy himself since I was a young fan seeing him redefine the business as we know it. The same goes for Sheamus, who’s ‘no holds barred’ persona has been abandoned for a gimmick similar to CM Punk, something that sadly doesn’t work due to his far weaker skills on a microphone.

The key to saving Jeff Hardy is simple, embrace who he is.

Jeff Hardy is all about the art he displays in between the ropes of the squared circle, the risks, the dives, the unique presentation & damage he puts his body through. With age, the latter has reduced but still remains a central part of who he is, both as a person & character, a concept so simple to utilize in the current wrestling landscape where this kind of action is appealed to all over the place, especially with the likes of AEW on the rise. Opponents such as AJ Styles, Bray Wyatt, Daniel Bryan, Matt Riddle, Drew Gulak, heck even Sheamus himself are all viable selections to run programs with when handed the right material, but their current ploy is just a major misfire for me personally. Completely failing to be what it wants to & instead feels like a parody of better angles that have come before in spades.

Rumours have swirled lately of a Jeff Hardy release sometime in the future due to (apparent) forgoing contract negotiations, and while I’d imagine WWE throw the biggest deal imaginable at one of their most beloved stars, it’s hard to imagine this storyline playing well into a potential decision he may have to make at some stage. It seems more disrespectful to the man rather than a fitting tribute to all the battles he’s waged to become the icon he is at this point in time, something no fan wants to feel when watching someone we’ve grown to love since the mid-90s. At a time of so much uncertainty should we play into the rumour wheel, the man deserves better than what he’s playing with right now.

This is more of a letter to WWE than Hardy himself since the decisions generally come from the top. But with the state of the company’s ratings & fan approval over their handling of this feud, it’s hard to imagine a change shouldn’t be contemplated in some manner or another. What happens this coming Sunday at Extreme Rules will give us a clearer picture of where we go from here, but as of this writing, Jeff Hardy deserves & is worth so much better than what he’s doing for us right now. Regardless of his status, a legend deserves to be treated like one.

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DeMarco: Eric Bischoff, Vince Russo, or Jim Cornette?

Greg DeMarco evaluates a $10 million dollar question (literally) – who would you choose if you were starting a new wrestling company?

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3 months ago

November 21, 2025

Greg DeMarco

Greg DeMarco evaluates a $10 million dollar question (literally) – who would you choose if you were starting a new wrestling company?

Social media has flipped the script on pro wrestling. The fans have more power than ever before—booking is done in real time, buzz is built or buried in seconds, and no one waits until Monday to cut a promo anymore.

Social media is also a place where ideas are shared and discussion takes place. The basis for this article was a question posted on social media, using this image:

It’s the Ten Million Dollar Question: If you are handed $10 million to start a wrestling company, and you have to pick one of the following as your partner, who do you pick? Eric Bischoff, Vince Russo, or Jim Cornette.

Ten Million Dollars?

Ten million dollars sounds like a lot—until you start pricing out weekly production, talent contracts, live event logistics, licensing, digital, and TV. That money will go fast when you realize you’re competing with billion-dollar conglomerates that can lose money just to win the culture war. To truly break through in today’s wrestling economy, $10 million is your entry fee, not your war chest.

You do have options, such as Roku TV (similar to the NWA), YouTube, and more. This should ABSOLUTELY factor into your decision–distribution is key. And all three options do have some connection, and that needs to be considered.

You already know the options…

You’re reading this article, so you already know all about Eric Bischoff, Vince Russo, and Jim Cornette.

Eric Bischoff broke all the rules—and made it work. He launched Monday Nitro, flipped the industry upside down with the nWo, and forced Vince McMahon to innovate. Bischoff turned WCW into a legit number one brand and changed the entire TV presentation of wrestling forever. Without him, do we have the Attitude Era? There’s no way to be certain.

Vince Russo brought the chaos—and a whole lot of ratings. He gave us Crash TV, blurred the lines between fiction and reality, and wasn’t afraid to throw the whole format into a blender. While the long-term storytelling often suffered, the shock factor he brought drove eyeballs and made every segment feel like “can’t miss” television. But you can argue that, without Eric Bischoff, there’s no Vince Russo.

Jim Cornette is wrestling tradition personified. He’s protected the business with his life, shaped generations of talent behind the scenes, and built up territories when no one else could. Cornette’s strength lies in his psychology, heat-building, and his unapologetic belief in what wrestling should be—even when the industry moves past it. Does that play if you’re starting a brand new company in 2025? In my opinion, the jury is still out.

But who do you choose?

To be fair, you can’t just pick someone and go. You need to pick someone who aligns with your vision.

If you’re trying to focus on “old school” and nostalgia, Jim Cornette is your guy.
If you plan to build on shock value, your product going viral, and outlandish reactions, you pick Vince Russo.
If you think distribution is important, and need to get your product out there, you choose Eric Bischoff.

For me? I am a business guy. It’s called “the wrestling business,” and your $10 million investment needs to see a return.

I choose Eric Bischoff.

Many of you will scoff at this, thinking Jim Cornette was the right choice. He has a brilliant mind, and he has a following to help get you started. Hell, its enough for me to second-guess myself. Cornette is a close second. Vince Russo? Not a fan in this scenario.

But my perspective is different. I am a wresting promoter–I book and promote successful wrestling events. Our biggest weakness? Distribution. Among the three options, Eric Bischoff is far stronger.

How do you leverage Eric Bischoff?

Remember how the table was set – you’re given $10 million dollars to start a wrestling company. THAT is the hook. To me, that sounds like two things: a wrestling promotion AND a reality show. Even if the wrestling portion is on a streaming platform, or our own distribution like YouTube–the behind the scenes content is what Eric can start shopping. That can give us more resources in terms of budget and production. He also has the connection to Conrad Thompson, which helps with the online community.

If Bischoff gets us a distribution deal, even if it’s for the reality show portion, we have more budget for talent. Two people I can hire? Jim Cornette and Vince Russo. They are reality show GOLD.

Do I have to pay Eric Bischoff? Sure, but he’s not a “salary guy.” You want to motivate Eric Bischoff to perform, appeal to his competitive side. Give him a piece of the business–when the business grows, so does his piece. That’s one of the biggest advantages to having the former head of WCW.

Welcome to the team, Eric! Now let’s to get ourselves a deal!

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Greg DeMarco’s WWE SummerSlam 2025 Preview, Betting Odds, & Predictions

Are you ready for WWE SummerSlam? Greg DeMarco makes sure are with his official preview & predictions!

Published

6 months ago

August 2, 2025

Greg DeMarco

Are you ready for WWE SummerSlam? Greg DeMarco makes sure are with his official preview & predictions!

August 2–3, 2025 • MetLife Stadium

WWE is turning SummerSlam into the biggest blockbuster of the summer with a two‑night extravaganza, packing in title bouts, and celebrity surprise appearances. Let’s dive into the matches, the action that led us here, and the betting lines that tell us who the bookies think bets on.

And of course, the pièce de résistance, my predictions done in true form: Who Should Win? Who Will Win?

And as an added bonus, PC Tunney has sent along his picks, which will be included with each match!

WWE SummerSlam 2025 – Night 1 – Saturday, August 2

World Heavyweight Championship – CM Punk vs. Gunther (c)

Odds: CM Punk (−180), Gunther (+140)
Punk is favored at about a 64% win probability

Punk earned his shot in a gauntlet match, but remember that he came in last to beat a man in Bron Breakker who came in first. Regardless, the tension has been simmering ever since. Gunther’s technical dominance will test Punk’s recklessness, making this a high-stakes and high strikes match. Expect close calls, but if Punk pulls this off, he reestablishes himself at the very top of WWE’s hierarchy (although he doesn’t need it).

Who Should Win: Gunther
Who Will Win: Gunther

Look, I know CM Punk is the sentimental pick to win, but Gunther NEEDS to win here. Otherwise, what is he? Gunther is the type of wrestler whose character thrives on wins and losses, whereas CM Punk is a made guy.

PC Tunney’s pick: “CM Punk – If Seth isn’t hurt we likely see a cash in. I’ll stick with he’s hurt and Punk captures gold.”

Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed

Odds: Reigns & Uso (−1500), Breakker & Reed (+600)
Roman & Jey are favored at about a 94% win probability

The Bloodline team is an iron-clad force, backed by legacy and brutal efficiency. Breakker and Reed bring raw power and youthful fury, aiming to shock the world. This will hinge on teamwork vs. dominance—do the underdogs coordinate enough to upset the odds? The wildcard in all of this is the WWE’s efforts to build Heyman’s duo, and establish Bron Breakker as a leader, and a star for the new generation. Does that swing the booking? I think it might.

Who Should Win: Roman Reigns & Jey Uso
Who Will Win: Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed

Given the betting odds, it might actually be worth dropping a few bucks on this one (I won’t). I don’t think Seth Rollins appears here, but might we see a new member? I think we could. As far as my pick of Breakker & Reed, I’ll go a step further: Bron Breakker pins Roman Reigns. It won’t be clean, but it’ll be forever etched in history.

PC Tunney’s pick: “Roman & Jey – I don’t see Roman losing much.”

Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul

Odds: Orton & Jelly Roll (−500), McIntyre & Paul (+300)
Randy Orton & Jelly Roll are favored at about an 83% win probability

Jelly Roll’s wrestling debut has added real unpredictability, while Orton’s veteran savvy balances McIntyre’s muscle and Paul’s sheen. Expect social‑media chaos with a strong element of violencem This match plays to spectacle far more than to wrestling acumen.

Who Should Win: Randy Orton & Jelly Roll
Who Will Win: Randy Orton & Jelly Roll

Don’t overthink this one. Play it safe, go with the babyface celebrity.

PC Tunney’s pick: Orton & Jelly Roll – RK… Roll

WWE Women’s Championship – Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill

Odds: Jade Cargill (−600), Tiffany Stratton (+350)
Jade is favored at about an 86% win probability

Cargill has steamrolled challengers on her way to this pinnacle moment, while Stratton has proven she can hang with the elite (get it?). Will Stratton’s athleticism and swagger crack Cargill’s aura—or will Jade’s debutante dominance silence the critics?

Who Should Win: Tiffany Stratton
Who Will Win: Tiffany Stratton

I’m probably stupid, but I don’t think we’re done with Tiffany Stratton as WWE Women’s Champion just yet. Maybe Bianca Belair costs Jade, maybe it’s someone else.

Actually, I’m positive I’m wrong.

PC Tunney’s pick: Jade Cargill – Time to see what Jade’s got!

See, even Tunney knows that I’m wrong!

The Judgment Day (Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez) (c) vs. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss – WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship

Odds: Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss (–400), Judgment Day (+400)

Charlotte & Alexa are an 88% favorite to win here

Rodriguez and Perez have held the titles well through their title defenses, but Charlotte and Alexa bring star power, chemistry and a storyline deeply rooted in reluctant alliances. If Flair & Bliss click at the right moment, they could steamroll Judgment Day’s dominance. But if the champions have hidden synergy? This could be their breakout moment.

Who Should Win: Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez
Who Will Win: Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss

It makes WAY more sense for Roxanne & Raquel to retain, but the star power and fan-pleasing title change has to be hard for WWE to pass up. That’s okay, The Judgment Day duo can regain the titles in a TV match that leads to the inevitable split for Flair and Bliss.

PC Tunney’s pick: Charlotte & Alexa – I want to see this happen, I really want to lol

I have no clue why!

Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross – Singles Match

Odds: Sami Zayn (–250), Karrion Kross (+180)
Zayn is favored with a 71% win percentage.

Zayn’s momentum has been on a roller coaster ride for, well basically his entire WWE career. Fueled by emotional storytelling and that Helluva Kick finishing move he’s perfected over years. Kross is the physical menace—the kind of throwback monster heel who wants to bury Zayn’s momentum once and for all.

Who Should Win: Sami Zayn
Who Will Win: Sami Zayn

Based on everything I say, you’d think I wasn’t a Karrion Kross fan…when in actuality I’m a huge fan of the performer. But the character stinks, in my opinion, anyway. He’s a legitimate bad ass, and should be featured as one. Sami Zayn, on the other hand, is beloved by many, and should be headed to a mega push on The Road To WrestleMania 42. And a win here only makes sense.

PC Tunney’s pick: Karrion Kross – “Kross was right.”

WWE SummerSlam 2025 – Night 2 – Sunday, August 3

Street Fight for the Undisputed WWE Championship – John Cena (c) vs. Cody Rhodes

Odds: Cody Rhodes (−300), John Cena (+200)
Cody expected to regain the WWE’s top title at a win probability of 75%

This is the culmination of years: WrestleMania rematch, street fight rules, and Cena’s impending WWE retirement looming. Cody is favored to reclaim the title, but Cena’s legacy and weaponized veteran instincts make this a volatile rematch. But it IS A rematch. Does Cody’s movie role have any impact on the booking? Recent WWE direction tells me no.

Who Should Win: John Cena
Who Will Win: Cody Rhodes

Seth Rollins cashing in on John Cena (after he wins) here would be golden, but I’m not betting on it. Instead, go with what we know: LOLCODYWINS.

PC Tunney’s pick: Seth Rollins – Another heist of epic proportions!!!

Hell yeah, Tunney. Hell yeah.

Intercontinental Championship – AJ Styles vs. Dominik Mysterio (c)

Odds: Dominik (−200), Styles (+150)
Mysterio expected to retain at 67%

Styles brings experience, speed and flash, but Dominik has equally mastered psychological warfare and home‑field advantage. Expect a tactical back‑and‑forth, with Dominik banking on interference and lineage to stay gold.

Who Should Win: AJ Styles
Who Will Win: Dominik Mysterio

I love the idea of Dominik Mysterio winning the AAA Mega Championship at TripleMania, and carrying that belt both in Mexico and on WWE Monday Night Raw. And I think that does happen. So why does he need the Intercontinental Championship if that’s the direction?

He doesn’t. But WWE likely wants to see him draped in gold, and having him hold both accomplishes just that.

PC Tunney’s pick: Dominik Mysterio – Looking forward to this match most. These two should steal night two.

Triple Threat Match for the Women’s World Championship – Naomi (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Iyo Sky

Odds: Naomi (−1500), Rhea Ripley (+400), Iyo Sky (+750)
Naomi is a ….94% favorite to win? Seems crazy!

Naomi’s cash‑in and reign have been meteoric, but Sky and Ripley are hungry competitors who revitalized the division. This triple threat has finishers flying every which way—can Naomi dodge chaos and retain against the charging challengers? Or Ripley simply too popular to keep the title off of?

Who Should Win: Naomi
Who Will Win: Rhea Ripley

In an ideal world, this match closes Night 1. Of course, that ain’t happening, as it sits on the card for Night 2. It makes ZERO sense to take the belt off of Naomi so fast, but I think we are going to start seeing LOLRHEAWINS become a thing very soon.

PC Tunney’s pick: Naomi – Why cash in just to lose so soon?

Steel Cage Match for the United States Championship – Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Jacob Fatu

Odds: Solo Sikoa (−140), Jacob Fatu (+100)
Solo Sikoa sits as a 58.3% favorite to retain, the closest match odds of the weekend.

This grudge match in a cage is about revenge, incarceration-style brutality, and salvaging legacy. Fatu’s unpredictability (and recent arrest angle) ups the danger—so does Solo’s Bloodline backing and cunning brutality. The steel cage isn’t only meant to keep people out, it’s meant to be a weapon.

Which is good, because you know it ain’t keeping people out.

Who Should Win: Soli Sikoa
Who Will Win: Solo Sikoa

Jakob Fatu is meant for more than this program, and as we march into 2026, he will likely be headed down that road. But first, we need to see Solo and his MFTs victorious in a steel cage? Why? So they can ready San Diego, and the world, for the next chapter if Bloodline War Games!

PC Tunney’s pick: Solo Sikoa – Jacob should be moving on to bigger title scenes sooner than later.

Women’s Intercontinental Championship – Becky Lynch (c) vs. Lyra Valkyria

Odds: Lyra Valkyria (−200), Becky Lynch (+150)
Valkyria favored to regain the title with a 66.7% edge

Becky is the veteran queen, Valkyria is the rising star hungry to dethrone her. Their recent matches have been technical showcases—this time divisional prestige, animosity and payback are dialing things even higher.

Who Should Win: Becky Lynch
Who Will Win: Lyra Valkyria

I am really torn on this one–at least on the “Who Will Win?” side. Personally, I don’t see the star power in Lyra that others do. Her promos still aren’t there, and let’s be honest. Is she all that much better than released stars like Dakota Kai and Shayna Baszler?

PC Tunney’s pick: Lyra Valkyria – Because Bayley.

TLC (Tables, Ladders, & Chairs) for the WWE Tag Team Championships – Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. Andrade & Rey Fenix vs. Fraxiom vs. DIY vs. Street Profits vs. Motor City Machine Guns

Odds: Andrade & Rey Fenix (+130 favorite, ~43.5%), Wyatt Sicks (+150), Fraxiom (+250), DIY (+500), Street Profits (+700), MCMG (+1000)
Andrade & Fenix are (surprisingly) at 43% favorite to win here.

This six‑team TLC match is WWE admitting a mistake by spotlighting its tag division now. Expect insanity—and the champions have to survive a flurry of stunts if they want to protect the belts at the elite level.

Who Should Win: The Wyatt Sicks
Who Will Win: The Wyatt Sicks

There really is no reason to move the tag titles here… instead this is all about spectacle. This match likely opens up Night 2, and it will deliver. But I see no reason why Joe Gacy & Dexter Lumis won’t retain.

PC Tunney’s pick: Street Profits – This match should be a highlight of the weekend.

Final Thoughts for WWE SummerSlam 2025

SummerSlam 2025 is shaping up as a historic two-night WWE spectacle where legacy meets fresh blood, celebrity meets spectacle, and titles are on the line in every direction. The odds give us a blueprint of what the bookies believe—but wrestling is scripted to take us on a roller coaster ride of surprises. Let’s sit back and enjoy the ride!