The picture shows the fireworks on the stage at the start of SummerSlam Night 2.
SummerSlam Night 2 delivered intense action, emotional farewells, and a shocking return that rocked MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The night ended with Cody Rhodes defeating John Cena in a brutal street fight to reclaim the Undisputed WWE Championship — only for Brock Lesnar to make a thunderous return moments later.
Rhodes Ends Cena's Final SummerSlam in Brutal Style
John Cena’s farewell SummerSlam match was nothing short of cinematic. Facing fierce boos, Cody Rhodes battled through a pro-Cena crowd and relentless offense to regain the Undisputed WWE Championship.
The match kicked off with mutual respect as both men shared a quick hug. But the kindness ended there. Cena used everything in reach — including a crutch handed to him by NBA star and WWE fan Tyrese Haliburton. Steel steps, chairs, microphones, and even the Spanish announce table became part of the match’s chaos.
Cena Pulls Out All the Stops
Cena brought his best — and then some. He delivered signature moves like the Five-Knuckle Shuffle, Attitude Adjustments, and even a rare Canadian Destroyer on the outside. He carried Rhodes on his shoulders atop the stage’s “Cody-vator,” slammed him with another AA, and almost sealed the win multiple times.
The crowd was fully behind Cena, erupting each time he landed a near-fall. But Rhodes refused to stay down.
Rhodes Gets Extreme, Turns the Match Around
Cody Rhodes responded with unrelenting aggression. He used a piledriver, an illegal move in standard matches but allowed in street fights. Later, he unscrewed the turnbuckle, used the attached steel clasp as a weapon, and endured Cena’s STF submission hold, which included choking Rhodes with the top rope.
In the final moments, Rhodes slammed Cena through a table, saluted him in a moment of poetic irony, and finished him off with a decisive Cross-Rhodes. The three-count earned him back the Undisputed WWE Championship.
An Emotional Goodbye for Cena
After the pinfall, Cena embraced Rhodes once more and raised his hand. Fireworks erupted as fans stood in applause, chanting “Thank you, Cena!”
Cena then took a moment alone in the ring. He knelt, kissed the mat, and honored the arena one last time.
Brock Lesnar Returns and Stuns Everyone
Just when the emotional high hit its peak, Brock Lesnar’s music shook the stadium. The Beast Incarnate stormed the ring and hit a massive F-5 on a weary Cena, leaving fans in shock.
The unexpected return hints at new rivalries brewing, even as Cena’s legendary run winds down.
Title Matches Bring Fire All Night
Earlier in the night, several other champions retained their gold in high-stakes battles:
- Naomi kicked off SummerSlam Night 2 by retaining her championship in a crowd-pleasing opener.
- Becky Lynch defeated Lyra Valkyria, keeping her title intact after a competitive showdown.
- Solo Sikoa outlasted Jacob Fatu in a brutal steel cage match to remain the United States Champion.
- Dominik Mysterio held off AJ Styles in a hard-fought contest to keep his Intercontinental Championship.
A Night to Remember
SummerSlam Night 2 had everything — drama, action, emotion, and surprises. Cody Rhodes reclaimed his crown, Cena got a legendary send-off, and Brock Lesnar reminded everyone why he’s still a force in WWE.
With titles defended and rivalries ignited, the road ahead in WWE looks thrilling.
