SummerSlam 2024 LIVE results: Roman Reigns returns as Cody Rhodes retains WWE title (2024)

It was a night of betrayal, shocks and surprises as WWE SummerSlam unfolded in front of 57,000 fans in Cleveland on Saturday.

All eyes were on CM Punk as he wrestled his first televised singles match in over a decade, going toe-to-toe with British star Drew McIntyre to conclude one of the hottest feuds of the year.

But it was “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio who set the tone for the evening long before those two stepped into the ring, turning on Rhea Ripley and The Judgement Day after the Women’s World Championship match opened the show.

The Judgement Day imploded further as the penultimate match of the night concluded, with Finn Balor betraying Damian Priest.

However, the biggest shock of the night came in the main event, which saw Cody Rhodes face Solo Sikoa for the Undisputed Universal Championship - amid rumours of a Roman Reigns return.

After a gruelling battle, “The American Nightmare” secured the three count to defend his title, as the “Tribal Chief” made his first appearance since WrestleMania, returning to attack his own Bloodline.

Re-live updates and see all results from WWE SummerSlam:

WWE SummerSlam LIVE

• Roman Reigns returns in main event and costs Sikoa match

• Solo Sikoa and Cody Rhodes clash in WWE Undisputed Title match

• Gunther beats Damian Priest for World Heavyweight Title as Judgement Day implodes

• CM Punk loses first WWE singles match in 10 years as Seth Rollins interferes

• Queen of the Ring Nia Jax wins WWE Women’s Title

• LA Knight wins United States Title from Logan Paul... YEAH!

• Bron Breakker crowned new Intercontinental Champion in first title change of night

• Liv Morgan retains Women’s World Title as Dominik Mysterio turns on Rhea Ripley

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Roman Reigns returns on entertaining night

04:30 , Oliver Browning

And still - but only just - the Undisputed WWE Champion... Cody Rhodes!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Roman Reigns returns on entertaining night

04:03 , Oliver Browning

And that’s it for SummerSlam! The show goes off the air as Rhodes celebrates his title win, but Reigns has cast a massive shadow over WWE, drawing suggestions of a Bloodline civil war!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Roman Reigns returns on entertaining night

04:02 , Ryan Coogan

Great show all around. It feels like every second PPV of the Triple H era automatically becomes a contender for my favorite show of the year, and this is no exception.

What really worked about this SummerSlam in comparison to last year is that there was real movement in the title scene - something that we haven’t had much of lately.

I’m really excited to see how this new status quo manifests in next Monday’s Raw and beyond.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Roman Reigns hands Cody Rhodes victory in main event

03:58 , Oliver Browning

What an ending! Reigns handed Rhodes the victory after taking out Sikoa. But the “Real Tribal Chief” hasn’t taken his eyes of Rhodes since the bell confirmed his victory.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Roman Reigns returns in main event

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Reigns goes after his own Bloodline! A Superman Punch flattens Sikoa, before a Spear puts him on his back! But Reigns leaves Rhodes untouched, and the champion takes full advantage, hitting one more Cross Rhodes to win!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

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AND HERE HE IS! THE HEAD OF THE TABLE IS BACK! Roman Reigns’ music hits after yet another near fall!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

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Now Jacob Fatu is here! It’s absolute carnage in the ring! After flattening Rhodes, he drags Sikoa onto the champion for the cover... but Cody still kicks out! He’s showing so much heart, but I’m not sure how much more he can take.

A helpless Rhodes is placed on the announce table, before Fatu climbs to the top rope and dives off, sending the champion through the table!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

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Here come the first surprises of the night! Kevin Owens and Randy Orton come from outta nowhere to even the odds! The pair have come to Cody’s rescue, taking the Bloodline out of the equation. Stunners and RKOs everywhere!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

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Sikoa looks fantastic out there, he is dominating right now. So much so, that the crowd appear almost silent.

But Rhodes is still looking to build some momentum and swing this one back in his favour. He gets the crowd back into it by hitting a Cross Rhodes on the counter... but here come the Bloodline!

Boos erupt inside the stadium as the WWE Tag Team Champions, Tonga Loa and Tama Tonga, attack Rhodes. It’s all completely legal under Bloodline rules!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

03:38 , Oliver Browning

Sikoa has Rhodes in big trouble right now. He goes close with a couple of two-counts, the first coming after slamming the champion into the ground with a huge chokeslam.

Cody is showing plenty of guts, as he always does, and the longer this goes on the more frustrated Solo will get.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

03:35 , Ryan Coogan

Solo has done such a good job of keeping this Bloodline story moving since Roman took a much-deserved leave of absence, but tonight does feel like the time to kick things up a gear.

Place your bets now - do we see a Roman Reigns return? The Rock? Or will it be something really left field?

Recent reports have suggested that WWE is open to bringing Brock Lesnar into the fold, and - here’s a really out there idea - Matt and Jeff Hardy have expressed interest in one more run with the company.

Or maybe this is where we finally see some AEW involvement? Ricky Starks, perhaps? A man can dream.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

03:27 , Oliver Browning

The main event is now under way! Cody made Sikoa wait a rather long time as he made his champion’s entrance, but the current leader of the Bloodline doesn’t look too fazed.

After a staredown, the pair lock up in the centre of the ring - who will take control of this one?

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

03:24 , Ryan Coogan

What a great surprise it was to see Arn Anderson greet Cody on his way to the ring.

A former member of the Four Horsem*n, Anderson was most recently seen in AEW, Cody’s former stomping grounds.

He gave Cody a few words of encouragement, and suggested Cody has “friends” ready to support him. Could we see a few more surprise appearances before the night is over?

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Cody Rhodes vs Solo Sikoa (WWE Undisputed Title)

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The main event is about to begin, and Sikoa makes his way out to the ring first. He is on his own for now and was not accompanied by any members of the Bloodline.

Rhodes, meanwhile, makes his way into the arena from his trailer, with his beloved dog Pharaoh - a rather unique entrance!

There are rumours that we could see Roman Reigns return tonight, so we’ll have to wait and see what unfolds.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Main event up next as Cody Rhodes defends title

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And just like that, we’ve got one match remaining. The main event will see Cody Rhodes defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Solo Sikoa in a Bloodline Rules Match.

But before we get to the main event, A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory and Grayson Waller) interrupt The Miz and R-Truth as they announce an official attendance of 57,791.

The heels do some work on the mic, insulting Cleveland and Jelly Roll, who performed earlier. As they turn their backs, the music star whacks them with a chair.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: The Judgement Day implodes

03:01 , Oliver Browning

The Judgement Day walked into SummerSlam looking rock solid, but they’ve left in tatters. Where do we go from here?!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

02:59 , Oliver Browning

WOW! The Judgement Day has imploded! After fighting out of one hold, Priest begins to fade and is caught by a second sleeper. This time, Gunther locks it in after delivering a powerbomb - and that’s enough to end the match!

Gunther is the new World Heavyweight Champion, but Priest has been screwed by his own stablemate!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

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MORE JUDGEMENT DAY CARNAGE! As Priest mounts a comeback to pin Gunther, Balor grabs the Austrian’s foot and rests it on the rope, breaking the referee’s count!

Unsure of what happened at first, Priest has just watched the replay on the big screen with everyone else, and now realises what has unfolded!

Taking advantage, Gunther locks in a submission hold, but the champion battles out! The crowd are absolutely loving this!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

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Gunther is dripping in blood now! The commentary team has described this as an uncomfortable watch, but this is probably the way the challenger likes it. Even Finn Balor at ringside can’t stop him from laying into the champion now!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

02:52 , Ryan Coogan

We have our first blood! And in a shocking turn of events, it came from a chop delivered from Priest to Gunther instead of the other way around. My entire world is being turned upside down.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

02:48 , Oliver Browning

In a shocking turn of events, it’s Gunther who has been on the receiving end of some NASTY shots! His chest is already looking very raw... the blood is flowing! Priest is doing well so far, proving why he is a deserving champion!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Damian Priest vs Gunther (World Heavyweight Title)

02:40 , Ryan Coogan

Gunther has the most perfect gimmick in the history of this business: he’s a wrestler who hasn’t been told that wrestling is supposed to be fake. Bad news for Damian Priest, good news for fans of gratuitous chest carnage!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Gunther faces Damian Priest for World Heavyweight Championship

02:39 , Oliver Browning

It’s time for the penultimate match of the night, as Damian Priest defends his World Heavyweight title against Gunther. The Judgement Day has already been rocked by “Dirty” Dom’s betrayal of Ripley earlier tonight, will that play some part in the outcome of this match?

Any slip up from Priest will be punished by Gunther, who has a chance to win one of the biggest prizes in WWE tonight. If he does, it will surely be a long, long time before anyone can de-throne him! The two men are in the ring and we’re ready to go!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: LA Knight gets famous Triple H photo

02:34 , Oliver Browning

It feels like we’re flying through this card! Just a reminder that LA Knight won the United States Championship earlier tonight, and fans are going wild for his long overdue “Triple H point” photo!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: What next for CM Punk after McIntyre defeat?

02:32 , Ryan Coogan

There are so many potential matches that could come out of this.

Seth vs Punk, a Triple Threat between all three, Hell in a Cell. Just keep it going, I can watch these guys go back and forth forever.

CM Punk keeps talking about how much he’s grown, and I think agreeing to lose his first televised singles match in over a decade is the clearest evidence of that we’ve had so far.

Really great work from all involved here, and a great way to set up a rematch down the road.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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That was a lot of fun, but in the end, it was Punk’s issue with Rollins that cost him the match - potentially setting up a future feud between the pair?

Rollins makes himself scarce soon after McIntyre’s win is confirmed, and with Punk flat on his back inside the ring, the Scotsman rubs salt in the wounds by taking the bracelet from his opponent once more.

“CM Punk cost himself this match tonight,” Michael Cole says on commentary.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

02:27 , Oliver Browning

With Rollins on the floor, Punk grabs his bracelet back, but his issues with Rollins ultimately cost him here. Watching the argument unfold, McIntyre takes his opportunity and nails Punk with a Claymore!

One... two... two and a half... THREE! McIntyre wins, even with a very, very slow count from the ref!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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There’s another flashpoint here are Rollins grabs Punk’s bracelet - which Drew has been parading for weeks - leading to a staredown between the pair.

McIntyre then knocks the referee out of the ring and is caught off-guard by Punk, who hits his “GTS” finisher for the first time tonight.

Without a referee to count, McIntyre survives, and Punk turns his attention to Rollins, demanding he count to three!

Rollins, though, doesn’t take too kindly to being shouted at, but ends up taking a “GTS” himself!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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Punk has still got it! McIntyre has dominated for much of the match, but we’ve just seen some vintage CM Punk! A couple of running knees in the corner are followed by a clothesline that flattens Drew, before he delivers a flying elbow from the top rope!

He then locks in the Anaconda Vice, but McIntyre survives, and seconds later rocks Punk with a Claymore Kick! The crowd are absolutely loving it, and we don’t look done yet!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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McIntyre is urging Rollins to turn a blind eye to some of his more illegal actions, telling him that he can make the Punk problem “go away”.

The guest referee initially turns his back, but grabs a steel chair from McIntyre’s hands before he can hit Punk! Rollins said ahead of SummerSlam that his aim was to avoid getting involved physically, but it seems that has all gone out the window early on.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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Referee Rollins is... letting quite a lot go! He appears to draw the line at McIntyre smacking Punk’s head against the underside of the steel ring, but then gives him the green light to do it anyway. Brutal.

Punk got some offence in early, but it’s been all Drew for the last few minutes. Rollins also seems to be egging on the Scottish star!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

02:10 , Ryan Coogan

It doesn’t matter how many times it happens, there’s something very surreal about seeing CM Punk back in a WWE ring after all these years.

This will be his first singles match in the company since 2013, and they’ve done a great job of making it feel as monumental as it is.

On a card with this many title defenses it’s a real acheivement to make a non-title match feel this big. This feud with McIntyre is an all-timer, and I wouldn’t be upset to see it carry on right through to next year’s WrestleMania!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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And here comes CM Punk, to a huge ovation, and chants that include a word we definitely cannot repeat.

This is his first one-on-one televised match in WWE for over 10 years... and after a bit of back and forth between the trio in the ring, Rollins gets this match under way! Big fight feel here!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre

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Special guest referee Seth Rollins has made his entrance ahead of Punk and McIntyre... showing off his very impressive fit!

McIntyre, meanwhile, is wearing black with a hint of green. The pair share a quick conversation before Rollins banishes him to his corner.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre up next

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Next up, it’s the one we’ve all been waiting for, CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre!

This will be Punk’s first televised singles’ match since making his return to WWE last year.

It’s been a long, long time coming, and who better for him to share the ring with than McIntyre? Their feud has been red hot, and it’s likely going to conclude tonight.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Nia Jax walks out as new women’s champ

01:52 , Ryan Coogan

Glad they’re keeping the wheels spinning a little longer on a potential Tiffy cash in. WWE has a history of women MITB holders pulling the trigger almost as soon as they get the briefcase, but there’s real storyline potential here.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

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But wait! Stratton only serves as a distraction for Jax to take control! Ms Money in the Bank is flattened by a quick punch from Bayley and doesn’t even have time to cash in her briefcase before Nia slams the champion to the floor with a double powerbomb.

She then lands another “Annihilator” from the second rope to secure the victory... and celebrates hand in hand with Stratton!

Jax is the new WWE Women’s Champion!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

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OH MY WORD! In an incredible show of strength, Bayley lifts Jax into the air, takes a few steps across the ring and power-slams her opponent to the floor! But even that is not enough for the three count!

And the drama continues, as Tiffany Stratton comes charging to the ring with her Money in the Bank briefcase!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

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Jax, from the middle rope, connects with her statement “Annihilator”, but Bayley kicks out at two!

That, though, has only angered Jax, who throws the champion into a corner and begins taughting her.

Bayley tries to bounce back with a dive to ringside, but is caught by Jax once again, who tosses her back into the ring.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

01:41 , Ryan Coogan

Nia Jax used to get a lot of flack from certain corners of the wrestling fandom for not being up to the same level of some of the women’s roster, but you can’t deny that she’s been putting the work in since she returned to WWE last year.

Her character work and moveset have both really moved up to a whole new level this year, and a win here would be well deserved.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

01:40 , Oliver Browning

More than 50,000 fans have packed into the Cleveland Browns Stadium for SummerSlam tonight, and they’re enjoying this one!

Jax was in control of the early exchanges, but Bayley is finding her way into this one now. She’s starting to take the fight to the challenger, and the pair engage a short brawl at ringside before stepping back inside the squared circle.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bayley vs Nia Jax (WWE Women’s Title)

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More gold on the line next, as Bayley defends her WWE Women’s Championship against Nia Jax.

This, interestingly, is Nia’s first-ever SummerSlam match, and she wore her Queen of the Ring crown as she made her entrance. Will she walk out with the title belt too?

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: LA Knight crowned new US Champion

01:25 , Ryan Coogan

This has been such a long time coming for LA Knight. I was at Money in the Bank at the O2 last year, and the place came completely unglued from the second his music hit to the second he left the arena. Really pleased to see him finally get his dues.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul vs LA Knight (United States Title)

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Unsurprisingly, there’s been a lot of interference in this one... Machine Gun Kelly has handed a pair of brass knuckles to Paul, after members of his entourage were taken out by LA Knight.

As Paul is dragged back into the ring, he catches his opponent - but not cleanly - with the knuckles.

The shot isn’t enough to keep Knight down, who surprises the champion by springing back to his feet and connecting with his finisher!

This time there is no kick out and we have a new champion, it’s LA Knight... YEAH!!!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul vs LA Knight (United States Title)

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We’re deep into this bout now and Paul hits a “KO Punch” looking for the win! One... two... NO! LA Knight kicks out, but only just!

Both men look like they’re feeling the pain in this one. Seconds after the near fall, LA Knight lands a huge superplex from the top rope, but somehow Paul finds the strength to kick out!

These two are leaving it all in the ring tonight.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul vs LA Knight (United States Title)

01:12 , Ryan Coogan

I’m not sure what they’re doing to those announce tables, but they only seem to break once in every five times they’re supposed to now. Perhaps it’s better than collapsing the second somebody climbs on top of one, but surely there’s a middle ground.I’m also not a huge fan of this “Logan is supposed to be controversial” angle, considering some of his recent Twitter activities.

In wrestling there’s a fine line between effective heel work and causing genuine offense, and Paul has leapfrogged over that line in the past few days.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul vs LA Knight (United States Title)

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As he usually does, LA Knight is playing to the crowd, who chant his name back to him. He’s in control in the early exchanges, but Paul is showing off some of his impressive in-ring ability.

Like Breakker earlier tonight, Knight is looking to win his first title on the main roster, and many fans believe a belt is long overdue.

Paul is also feeding off the crowd tonight, revelling in the “you suck!” chants before attempting a pin, which Knight swiftly kicks out of.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul (C) vs LA Knight (United States Title)

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Paul, an Ohio native, has been accompanied to the ring by rapper Machine Gun Kelly. He was met with more boos than expected from the hometown crowd.

LA Knight, meanwhile, drew a VERY positive reaction from the WWE fans as he rolled up in Paul’s PRIME truck, before smashing one of the windows.

There’s clearly a lot of bad blood between the two as they engage in a brawl at ringside before the bell even rings.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Stephanie McMahon spotted in crowd

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:59 , Oliver Browning

Stephanie McMahon has been spotted taking in the action at SummerSlam.

Next up is another highly-anticipated match, as Logan Paul puts the United States title on the line against LA Knight.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Bron Breakker wins first gold on main roster

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:53 , Ryan Coogan

FINALLY they pull the trigger on Bron Breakker.

Him losing at Money in the Bank was one of the more baffling booking decisions this year, and this feels like a much-needed attempt to rectify that. A shame for Sami, but I wouldn’t be surprised if there’s a world title in his future…

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Sami Zayn vs Bron Breakker (Intercontinental Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:50 , Oliver Browning

WOW! After surviving the near fall, Breakker flattens Zayn with back-to-back spears!

One... two... three! And just like that... we have a new Intercontinental Champion!

Breakker gets the job done in less than 10 minutes, total domination!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Sami Zayn vs Bron Breakker (Intercontinental Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:49 , Oliver Browning

Breakker is looking to win his first title on the main roster, after being called up from NXT in February.

Standing in his way is Zayn, one of WWE’s most notable workhorses.

Breakker came flying out of the blocks and is now screaming in Sami’s face, urging him to quit. That is perhaps a mistake, and has only riled up the champion.

Zayn hits an impressive “Blue Thunder Bomb” for the first near-fall, but Breakker kicks out at two!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Sami Zayn vs Bron Breakker (Intercontinental Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:43 , Oliver Browning

The Judgement Day are reeling from Dom’s betrayal. Backstage, Damian Priest vows revenge as he’s restrained by Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh.

Meanwhile, it’s time for the next match of SummerSlam! Sami Zayn vs Bron Breakker for the Intercontinental Championship is next.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: ‘Dirty’ Dom turns on Ripley

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:35 , Oliver Browning

With Ripley on her back in the ring, Mysterio slips out and greets Morgan... and the pair share a passionate kiss!

The two-timing “piece of trash” - as described by the commentary team - then makes his way up the ramp arm in arm with Morgan.

Ripley is left heartbroken in the ring as the new couple are showered with boos from the crowd... it’s another huge heel turn from “Dirty” Dom!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Liv Morgan vs Rhea Ripley (Women’s World Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:32 , Oliver Browning

Interference from “Dirty” Dom costs Ripley!

We knew it wouldn’t be long until he got involved. As Ripley lifted up a steel chair to attack Morgan, Mysterio grabbed it from her.

He was trying to save her from being disqualified, but Morgan took full advantage and attacked Ripley from behind.

With “Mami” stunned, Morgan hit one last move off the ropes for the three count! She has successfully defended her title!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Liv Morgan vs Rhea Ripley (Women’s World Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:28 , Ryan Coogan

Between this feud, and the Punk vs McIntyre match later on, this whole show is a real masterclass in the wrestling pivot.

Both storylines were derailed by injury earlier in the year, and both ended up being some of the hottest feuds heading into SummerSlam thanks to some clever adaptive storytelling.

It’s been a real high point of the Triple H era - we saw the same thing happen in the lead up to WrestleMania, when the plans for the main event were changed to accommodate fan reaction to the planned Rock vs Roman Reigns match.

We didn’t see this nearly as much under the previous administration, and it’s been a refreshing change of pace for the company.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Liv Morgan vs Rhea Ripley (Women’s World Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:25 , Oliver Browning

Ripley has fixed her “dislocated shoulder” by driving herself into the announce table, much to the shock of Morgan.

After she popped her shoulder back in, commentator Michael Cole described the action as “the most disgusting thing I’ve ever seen”.

Back in the ring, Morgan counters Ripley’s “Riptide” finisher for a two-count.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Liv Mogan vs Rhea Ripley (Women’s World Title)

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:22 , Oliver Browning

Ripley and Morgan have been going back and forth in the ring, and the first flashpoint sees “Mami” complain of a dislocated shoulder.

While she confides in Mysterio at ringside, Morgan takes full advantage, driving her shoulder-first into the steel steps.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Ripley and Morgan make their entrances as first match begins

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:14 , Oliver Browning

The two stars opening tonight’s action have made their way to the ring. Ripley was accompanied by Mysterio, while Morgan made her way down the ramp showing off her belt.

“Dirty” Dom is watching the action unfold from ringside as his “Mami” looks to end Morgan’s title reign after 70 days.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Musical performance from Jelly Roll

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:06 , Oliver Browning

American rapper Jelly Roll is now performing. Ahead of the show, the Grammy-nominated star described himself as a "real wrestling fan".

His hit "Dead End Road" is this year's SummerSlam theme song.

WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Triple H welcomes crowd

Sunday 4 August 2024 00:03 , Oliver Browning

SummerSlam begins with Triple H making his entrance in front of the thousands in attendance.

“Cleveland... ARE YOU READY?” he asks.

Of course they are!

WWE SummerSlam LIVE

Saturday 3 August 2024 22:00 , Alex Pattle

WWE’s second-biggest event of the year has arrived, as SummerSlam plays out at the Cleveland Browns Stadium.

There are rumours that Roman Reigns, one of the WWE’s most popular stars, could return tonight – featuring for the first time since WrestleMania in April – while numerous big names have been confirmed for the match card.

Ohio’s own Logan Paul will defend the US Title against fan favourite LA Knight, while Cody Rhodes defends the Undisputed WWE Title against Solo Sikoa, and the returning Rhea Ripley challenges Liv Morgan for the Women’s World Title.

Elsewhere, CM Punk competes in his first WWE singles match in 10 years, a grudge match with Drew McIntyre, in which Seth Rollins will serve as the special guest referee.

Sami Zayn, Bayley and Damian Priest will also defend their respective titles, and you can follow all the action live, right here.