MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey will transform into WWE’s grand stage for Wrestling’s hottest event of the year: the first-ever two-night SummerSlam, taking place on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3, 2025. Fans attending in person or tuning in globally are in for two consecutive evenings of electrifying action, star power, and high-stakes encounters.
Start Time
Each night officially kicks off with a pre‑show at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time, leading into the main card beginning at 6:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT). The format mirrors recent WrestleMania editions and marks a significant expansion for WWE’s summer blockbuster 5.
Night 1 – August 2 Highlights
- CM Punk challenges Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship.
- Roman Reigns & Jey Uso face Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed in a marquee tag team bout.
- Tiffany Stratton defends the WWE Women’s Championship against Jade Cargill.
- Celebrity tag team match: Randy Orton teams with country artist Jelly Roll against Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul.
- Women’s Tag Team Title: Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez (c) vs. Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair.
- Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross adds intense personal drama to the card 6.
Night 2 – August 3 Highlights
- John Cena defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes in a high‑stakes Street Fight rematch.
- Triple-threat of Naomi vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Iyo Sky for the Women’s World Championship.
- Solo Sikoa defends the U.S. Title against Jacob Fatu in a Steel Cage matchup.
- Six-Pack Tag Team TLC Match for the Tag Team Championship.
- Intercontinental Title defense: Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles.
- Additional female title match: Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria in a No Disqualification bout 7.
Host & Entertainment
Celebrity host Cardi B adds glamor to the weekend, bridging wrestling with mainstream entertainment 8.
How to Watch
In the United States, SummerSlam is available exclusively via Peacock (ad-supported or premium tiers). International audiences can stream live via Netflix in over 30 countries—including the UK, Canada, and Australia—as part of WWE’s recent global deal with the platform 9.
Why It Matters
This landmark two-night format gives WWE room for a deeper, more expansive match card and heightened storytelling, pushing SummerSlam into WrestleMania‑level territory. It sets the stage for memorable moments from both wrestling legends and fresh talent alike, while increasing global reach and engagement 10.
With championship belts on the line, celebrity debuts, and personal redemption stories at play, SummerSlam 2025 promises to be a defining moment in WWE history. Whether you're watching live or streaming from afar, both nights offer unmissable entertainment.
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