SummerSlam 2025: The Ultimate 2-Night Wrestling Extravaganza – Dates, Start Times, and Viewing Guide

For the first time in its legendary history, WWE SummerSlam will be a two-night extravaganza, set to take place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on August 2 and 3, 2025. This follows the successful two-night format adopted by WrestleMania, and WWE promises a thrilling lineup with 12+ high-stakes matches, including title defenses, celebrity debuts, and an emotional farewell.

SummerSlam 2025: Celebrity Showdown

Night 1 will feature country music sensation Jelly Roll making his in-ring debut, teaming with Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre. This match, born out of an electrifying feud on SmackDown, is anticipated to be one of the most discussed celebrity encounters in WWE history, according to a CBS report.

Additionally, the night will start with a six-team TLC Match featuring The Wyatt Sicks, DIY, Street Profits, Fraxiom, Motor City Machine Guns, and Andrade & Rey Fenix. Fans can expect mayhem with ladders and high-flying moves, potentially making it a candidate for match of the year, as noted by CBS.

SummerSlam 2025: John Cena’s Final Act

Netflix’s Tudum confirms that John Cena will headline Night 2 in what has been declared his final SummerSlam appearance. He will face Cody Rhodes in a Street Fight for the undisputed WWE Championship.

Cena, who overcame Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, prides himself as ‘The Last Real Champion’. However, Rhodes, having won the 2025 King of the Ring, seeks both revenge and Cena’s title.

Related: WWE Cody Rhodes vs John Cena WrestleMania rematch: Should Triple H bring The Rock back to the ring?

SummerSlam 2025: Must-Watch Title Matches

The event’s two nights will feature several heavyweight matches:

• CM Punk vs. Gunther – World Heavyweight Championship
• Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill – WWE Women’s Championship
• Naomi vs. Rhea Ripley vs. IYO SKY – Women’s World Championship
• Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria – Women’s Intercontinental Championship
• Solo Sikoa vs. Jacob Fatu – U.S Title Steel Cage Match
• Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles – Intercontinental Title Match
• Six Pack TLC Match – WWE Tag Team Championship

How to Watch SummerSlam 2025

WWE SummerSlam 2025 will be broadcast live on Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3, with the main card kicking off at 7 PM ET/4 PM PT each night. In the United States, fans can stream it live on Peacock, and internationally in over 30 countries, it will be available on Netflix, according to Tudum.

Across the US, the event will also be shown in select Regal Cinema locations, where fans can experience it live in a theater setting. Tickets are available through Fandango.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the location for SummerSlam 2025?

MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.

What are the ticket prices for SummerSlam in 2025?

Ticket prices start around $50, with premium packages exceeding $1,000. For complete details, visit WWE’s official site.

Is SummerSlam in 2025 a two-night event?

Yes, for the first time, SummerSlam will extend over two nights, following WrestleMania’s format.

What WWE event is taking place in 2025?

WWE SummerSlam 2025, one of the company’s “Big Four” events, will be a major summer spectacle featuring several title matches and marking John Cena’s last SummerSlam.