Roman Reigns to return with 8-time champ, Tiffany Stratton to lose her MITB? - 4 things WWE could be planning for SummerSlam 2024
WWE has started its build towards SummerSlam 2024, which will take place in the Cleveland Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio on August 3. Two title matches, Damian Priest vs. Gunther for the World Heavyweight Title and Bayley vs. Nia Jax for the WWE Women's Title have already been confirmed for the show.
With SummerSlam being the promotion's biggest spectacle of the summer, WWE could be planning some massive surprises for August 3. The following piece will explore four such shocking surprises that the company may pull off at the upcoming premium live event:
#4. Rhea Ripley betrayed
Rhea Ripley has been the talk of the town since her return last Monday. The Eradicator made a comeback to confront her on-screen partner Dominik Mysterio, as Liv Morgan fled the scene. While Mami was visibly angry with "Dirty" Dom, he may end up winning her back, only to betray her at The Biggest Party of the Summer.
As fans must be aware, Mami has been involved in an angle with Liv Morgan on RAW, and the duo is expected to fight it out at SummerSlam 2024. However, the creative team could be planning a heartbreaking betrayal for the Cleveland spectacle.
Dominik could interfere in the match to cost Rhea Ripley a potential win before permanently aligning with Liv Morgan.
#3. Seth Rollins costs CM Punk against Drew McIntyre
Drew McIntyre's ongoing high-octane rivalry with CM Punk is expected to lead to a blockbuster clash at SummerSlam. The company could announce the same on Monday's RAW.
However, The Second City Saint may not have the best of nights on August 3 as he could lose his potential clash against Drew due to Seth Rollins' interference. The Visionary was furious with Punk for interfering in his match at Money in the Bank and could try to get back at him during SummerSlam 2024.
#2. Tiffany Stratton loses her MITB cash-in
Tiffany Stratton made history by winning the Money in the Bank briefcase last week. However, The Buff Barbie could lose her prized possession due to a returning legend.
The WWE Women's Title match at SummerSlam will see Bayley lock horns with Nia Jax. Stratton is likely to attempt a cash-in during or after the match. However, her plans of winning the World Title could be thwarted by Trish Stratus. The legend could return and cost Ms. Money in the Bank a potential win.
The duo were involved in a heated confrontation at Money in the Bank. Hence, Trish costing Tiffany her prized possession makes sense.
#1. Roman Reigns' return at SummerSlam 2024
Roman Reigns is rumored to return from his hiatus around SummerSlam 2024. The company could be saving The Tribal Chief's return for a big event like SummerSlam to generate buzz among fans.
With Solo Sikoa expected to take on Cody Rhodes at the event, Roman Reigns' return at SummerSlam makes sense. However, the former Big Dog may not return alone. The Tribal Chief could return with eight-time champ (three-time RAW Tag Team Champion and five-time SmackDown Tag Team Champion) Jimmy Uso.
Jimmy has been off WWE TV since Solo Sikoa kicked him out of The Bloodline. However, he may return alongside Reigns to confront The Bloodline at SummerSlam 2024.