World Wrestling Entertainment "Summerslam 2024"
Venue: Cleveland Browns Stadium, Cleveland, Ohio
With the biggest party of the Summer down in the books, join Tikitaka and Myself as we review the events of this year’s Summerslam 2024 which took place at the Cleveland Browns Stadium.
WWE Women’s World Championship Match
Liv Morgan defeated Rhea Ripley (w "Dirty" Dom Mysterio) via Pinfall (15:45)
Chris/Jey says: I for one thought this match was Cinema. Even though Mami didn’t win, there were a lot of good spots. Such as Rhea Ripley popping her shoulder back in after hitting the table. Daddy Dom also played a factor, as he played us all! Rhea Ripley could’ve reclaimed the Women’s World Championship, but Dom had distracted the referee. It was really cinematic, but it is what it is. Aye Mami, LET’S GO TO the Waffle House really soon! In all seriousness though the payoff was done really well as we finally got some answers.
Tiki says: The start of our little summer party in Cleveland, Ohio. Rhea Ripley finally had the chance to reclaim her Women’s World Championship against Liv Morgan. It was a great opening match with a lot of good spots with both Rhea and Liv showing what they can do in the Wrestling Ring. Liv Morgan was able to retain her Women’s Championship with a few assists from “Dirty” Dom Mysterio… a very good match to start the Premium Live Event with a big “surprise” at the end. Dom Mysterio really turned against Rhea Ripley and helped Liv Morgan several times during the match in a very smart way.
Chris/Jey Rating: 5 out of 5 waffles
Tiki Rating: 4.5 out of 5 waffles
WWE Intercontinental Championship Match
Bron Breakker defeated Sami Zayn(C) via Pinfall (05:45) > TITLE CHANGE!
Tiki says: Bron Breakker is one of the fastest rising stars currently on the WWE Roster, his speed and power make him a threat to everyone who steps inside the Ropes with him. At Money in the Bank Sami Zayn was able to retain his Intercontinental Championship. But what happened at Summerslam? Bron Breakker was finally able to win his first Singles Championship after the Main Roster Draft in April 2024, congratulations! But we have to talk about Sami Zayn here, a guy who deserved this singles Championship run and did a great job after his title win at Wrestlemania 40. Now the question is what is next for Sami Zayn? We know that he has a rematch on this week's edition of Monday Night Raw but will he be able to beat Bron Breakker? That's a question I can’t answer here. Overall this was a very good but in my opinion short match both deserved a little bit more time to showcase their talent, because i think they have a great chemistry.
Chris/Jey Rating: 4 out 5 Waffles
Tiki Rating: 4 out of 5 Spears
Tiki Rating: 4 out of 5 Spears
WWE United States Championship Match
LA Knight defeated Logan Paul (w Machine Gun Kelly) (C) via Pinfall (12:00) > TITLE CHANGE!
Chris/Jey says:The Championship match of the night and the third title change. This was really….and I mean really well deserved. LA Knight worked his butt off to win his first single title especially against former Champion Logan Paul. After months of waiting he finally won. At the start of the match the MEGASTAR didn’t waste any time and took right to the YouTube star. On top of that he broke a window of the Prime Energy Tour Bus. I have to give Logan Paul credit though, his performance as a WWE Superstar is off the charts. The moves he’s able to pull off astound even me. 273 days is a pretty impressive reign though as now we ask the question. Who is next to challenge LA Knight for the United States Championship.
Chris/Jey Rating: 5 out 5 Prime Bottles
Tiki Rating: 4. 5 out of 5 Prime Bottles
WWE Womens Championship Match
Nia Jax defeated Bayley (C) via Pinfall (12:35) > TITLE CHANGE!
Chris/Jey says: In the fourth match, we had yet another title change, as my cuz, Nia Jax finally earned her stripes. Triple H on twitter stated that Nia was close to being rewarded and boy was she awarded. I have to give probably to homegirl Bayley though that powerbomb off the turnbuckle was amazing. On top of that Ms. Money in the Bank winner made an appearance as she tried to cash-in, but Bayley stopped her. Regardless, through the chaos my cousin was able to pull it off. Now can Nia trust Tiffany with the case? I can’t answer that. Only Nia and Tiffany can. It will be interesting to see how Nia and Tiffany can co-exist now.
Tiki says: Since her return to the WWE Nia Jax really showed what she can bring to the WWE Women’s Division. She only had solid matches and was impressed with new moves and very good mic work. She was my favorite to win the Queen of the Ring Tournament because Nia deserved to get a Main Event Push. At Summerslam Bayley had to defend her WWE Women’s Championship against the Queen of the Ring and for me.. This was the most unexpected Title Change of the Premium Live Event. Yes, Nia Jax improved and she showed us that she is able to have great Matches but was it the right call to let her win the Championship from Bayley who carried a lot of the Damage Control Storyline before Wrestlemania? Bayley title reign was only 118 days since her winning the Championship at Wrestlemania 40 and i don’t think it was needed. The whole feud between Nia and Bayley should go for a few weeks/months before Nia should win the Championship. I really like Nia Jax and i really like Bayley… and these two deserved more time to build up a good feud.
Chris/Jey Rating: 5 out 5 waffles coming out of Jey’s Capital One credit card
Tiki Rating: 4 out of 5 Queen of the Ring Crowns
Special Guest Referee Singles Match #RollinsRules
Drew McIntyre defeated CM Punk (17:00) via Pinfall (Seth Rollins was the Special Guest Referee)
Chris/Jey says: This match was definitely personal as Drew pushed CM Punk’s buttons. From stealing his bracelet to mentioning Punk’s wife AJ Lee and dog. This feud went as far as getting physical with referees, officials, and RAW General Manager Adam Pearce. Luckily, Seth Rollins stepped in to enforce his rules. Unfortunately, both CM Punk and Seth Rollins were outsmarted by The Scottish Warrior. This entire storyline kept me at the edge of my seat as I didn’t know who Seth was going to count out as The Visionary hates both of them. Towards the end Seth Rollins was trying to do the right thing, but got GTS for it. I’m curious to see what happens afterward as this is looking like we’re getting a Triple Threat match in the near future. I don’t want to jump to conclusions though as this is one out of the four top storylines being right now in the WWE. I mean from the looks of it, Seth Rollins seems to be detouring from it after being ambushed, by Bronson Reed this past Monday, but I guess we’ll see what happens.
Tiki says: For many Wrestling Fans around the World this was the most anticipated match of the Night. The big WWE in-ring return of CM Punk against “the Scottish Warrior” Drew McIntyre. The feud between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre had a very good build up over the last couple of Months and even without them getting physical. It was a very good match with a great special Referee, Seth Rollins. Seth Rollins did a great job as Special Referee, the Rollins Rules Match as he called it on RAW delivered and Seth also played his important part for a future feud against CM Punk. before the Special Guest Referee role was announced, i was hoping for a Triple Threat Match between Seth, Drew and CM Punk but i understand they don’t wanna do Punk vs. Rollins before Wrestlemania? (i think this is where we gonna see this match, but i’m not a expert). Now we have to see if the feud between Punk and McIntyre is really finished, or if they will have another match against each other. CM Punk looked very good in this match, and i’m looking forward seeing him competing again in a WWE Ring. honorable mention: the fan made Bracelet!
Chris/Jey Rating: 5 out 5 Waffles with a side of Chicken Wings
Tiki Rating: 5 out of 5 Fan-Made Bracelets
WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match
Gunther defeated Damian Priest (w Finn Balor) (C) via Submission (16:40) > TITLE CHANGE!
Chris/Jey says: This was the final title change of the night. Damian Priest proved to be a real babyface here as Finn Balor screwed him out of the World Heavyweight Championship. Just like his Terror Twin Rhea he was betrayed by one of his own. After months of buildup, the betrayal was set as both Dominick and Finn were revealed to be in cahoots with current Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan. Earlier in the night Damian Priest was looking for Dominick, but Finn had told him to focus as JD McDonaugh, Carlito and himself were going to look for the young Mysterio. I for one thought that was off a bit, but now we are in for another Civil War within The Judgment Day. The question now is who’s going to step up and team with the Terror Twins. Well I still have beef with The Wannabe Judgment Day, you know if Mami and Senor are looking for someone to throw down with, let me know. YEET!
Tiki says: I'm not sure where to start here, because this is another feud that deserved way more time for a good build up. Gunther won the King of the Ring Crown and a title shot against Damian Priest at the King of the Ring Tournament in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This was a great match with an expected “turn” by Finn Balor against Damian Priest who cost him the Championship at the end of the Match. Priest did an amazing job as Champion, and the Fans really got invested into his character over the last couple of weeks thanks to Gunther's great Promo work as heel. Priest was Champion for 118 days, after winning the Championship at Wrestlemania 40 by cashing in his Money in the Bank Briefcase, which caused the turn against his friend and tag team Partner. As we already learned at this weeks Edition of Monday Night Raw, Gunther will now defend his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Randy Orton in Germany at Bash in Berlin.
Chris/Jey Rating: 5 out 5 Waffles
Tiki Rating: 4 out of 5 Chops
WWE Undisputed Championship Bloodline Rules Match
Cody Rhodes (C) defeated Solo Sikoa via Pinfall (25:50)
Chris/Jey says: The Main Event of the Night is the Bloodline Rules match in which my uce Cody Rhodes retained. A lot of stuff went down during this match, Tama Tonga and Tonga got involved, but my boy Cody had some back up…..no it wasn’t me. Thank God, KO and Randy Orton showed up when they did. The Ref took a couple bumps and Cody was doing good til Jacob Fatu showed up. Again, Cody got LUCKY! When the dust settled a familiar entrance, I thought we wouldn’t hear again. The OTC “Original Tribal Chief” returns taking out Solo allowing my boy Cody Rhodes to retain. The build up could’ve been executed better as Jacob and Tama Tonga didn’t have to win the titles to elevate The “Bootleg” Bloodline. Also, I think they could’ve inserted Jimmy into the build-up as well instead of having him return as a side character. I mean get why they built this up the way they did, but come on WWE has a chance to push Jimmy Uso as a legitimate singles star. Overall, I really enjoyed this match as it sets off the long awaited Bloodline Civil War Sequel. The First Bloodline Civil War did a tremendous build, but now you have players coming into play. Such as Hikeleo and Future stat Zilla Fatu. What’s even more interesting is which superstars joins The Bloodline Originals against Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline as everyone hates Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso.
Tiki says: Bloodline Rules, we’ve been here before! At Wrestlemania 40 Cody Rhodes was able to capture the WWE Undisputed Championship against Roman Reigns in a Bloodline Rules Match, which basically means: “hey everything goes”. The night before SummerSlam Cody challenged Solo Sikoa to this type of match and as Arn Anderson said, stepped inside a sling. For weeks and weeks the Bloodline attacked Cody Rhodes and his Friends Randy Orton and Kevin Owens, injured them and tried to isolate Cody. A lot of fans (including me) expected Jimmy Uso to make his return before Summerslam to help Cody Rhodes against Solo Sikoa and his new Bloodline, but that didn’t happen. So Cody was basically in a 1 versus 4 Situation before the Match started. In my opinion this was a good match between Cody and Solo. they had great chemistry together and i think this isn’t the last 1 on 1 Match between the two. Solo deserves some extra praise here, because he did very well and surprised a lot of fans. It was also great to see Randy Orton and Kevin Owens making their returns during the match as backup for Cody Rhodes. Cody was able to retain the WWE Undisputed Championship after getting help from Roman Reigns who made his long awaited return as the “OTC” (Original Tribal Chief). Now we have to wait and see how this Story will continue and if Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns will finally team up after almost feuding for 2 ½ Years against Solo Sikoa’s new Bloodline. Honorable mention: Jacob Fatu, who again did amazing. I really hope he isn’t injured.
Chris/Jey Rating: 4 out 5 Waffles
Tiki Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Wheatley Vodka Shots
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