SummerSlam 2024 LIVE results: Roman Reigns returns as Cody Rhodes retains WWE title
Re-live the action as CM Punk fought Drew McIntyre, while Logan Paul, Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley were among the stars to compete
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.
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WWE SummerSlam LIVE: Logan Paul vs LA Knight (United States Title)
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)
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)
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
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
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)
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)
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)
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
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)
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!
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