August 1, 2026

Preview and Predictions for WWE SummerSlam Matches

SummerSlam is a major WWE live event, now held across two nights. This year’s event takes place at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, the home of the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings. The broadcast begins at 6 p.m. ET on both Saturday and Sunday. Various championship titles are on the line. Fans can watch the event on ESPN Unlimited.

Nikki Bella, Brie Bella, and Paige vs. Jacy Jayne, Lainey Reid, and Fallon Henley

The Bellas and Paige face off against Fatal Influence in a six-woman tag team match. Reid and Henley recently took the women’s tag team titles from Brie Bella and Paige, setting the stage for a grudge match at SummerSlam with Nikki Bella back. Prediction: Fatal Influence wins.

LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, and Royce Keys vs. Jacob Fatu, Jey Uso, and Jimmy Uso

LA Knight joins Solo Sikoa and Royce Keys against The Bloodline: Jacob Fatu and The Usos. Sikoa has rejected past invitations to rejoin his family. Knight continues his long-standing feud with The Bloodline, dragging Keys into the fray given his history with Fatu. Prediction: The Bloodline prevails.

Liv Morgan (c) vs. Iyo Sky for the Women’s World Championship

Liv Morgan defends her title against Iyo Sky, the Queen of the Ring. Sky selected Morgan as her challenger after winning the Night of Champions tournament. Morgan has held the championship since WrestleMania 42, where she dethroned Stephanie Vaquer. Prediction: Iyo Sky reclaims a leading role in the division.

Gunther vs. Nick Aldis

Nick Aldis returns to action against Gunther after a lengthy absence. Once a decorated champion in TNA, Aldis faces Gunther in what marks his first match in almost three years. Their conflict peaked at Night of Champions when Gunther attacked Aldis. Prediction: Gunther wins after a tough contest.

Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar

Oba Femi delayed his King of the Ring shot to challenge Brock Lesnar again, this time inside a Hell in a Cell. The bout promises high drama and could be a standout match. Femi seeks to overcome ‘The Beast,’ while Lesnar aims to show his continued prowess. Prediction: Femi wins and approaches world title contention.

CM Punk (c) vs. Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship

Previously tense, the rivalry between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes now ignites over the Undisputed WWE Championship. Rhodes targets the title after Punk’s victory over Sami Zayn, which ended Zayn’s short reign. Their competitive narrative resumes in a pivotal match. Prediction: Punk retains his championship.

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