We see part one of Michael Cole's interview with Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says it feels good to be back, and while he liked being at home with his family, the ring is where his energy comes alive. He says that Becky Lynch as well as their daughter are in good spirits. Rollins then talks about being in the ring for Night One of WrestleMania 40, saying that he felt at home where he was supposed to be and that the match that night set the tone for Night Two, and that he had to be there because he had to give a presence to the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania. He also felt that being involved in the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match felt important, as Roman Reigns' reign had to be ended to move the industry forward, even if he had to sacrifice his own World Heavyweight title reign in the process. He calls Roman's obsession with him that cost him the title "a catharsis," and afterwards, he felt he could take a rest for the first time in twelve years.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Sami Zayn, who says it has been hard juggling a comedy show and preparing to get into the lion's den with Bron Breakker and manage two different mindsets, but with the comedy show done, it is easier to get ready for the Bron Breakker match. He says he does not want to be overconfident, but he does not see himself leaving without the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Bron Breakker. Breakker says Sami Zayn has the experience edge on him, but he has never been in the ring with an athlete like him. Bron says he is one of the top athletes will be standing in front of one of the top athletes on the planet when he takes the Intercontinental Championship from him in his own home country.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews "Main Event" Jey Uso, who says that winning Money In The Bank will change the trajectory towards his first singles championship "big time" and that tonight is the night.
Big E gets in the ring and does his signature "Feel The Power" pre-match promo before climbing a ladder in the middle of the ring.
We see part two of Michael Cole's interview with Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says it is different visualizing one's self as world champion than it is to be the guy on top and actually feel the pressure. He says that Damian Priest has done admirably as world champion despite getting to assistant, and that there is so much confidence that he had to enter into a gentleman's agreement for tonight's match. Rollins says one has to take the risk and the next step in order to elevate one's legacy, and that Damian Priest will learn something about himself tonight. Rollins says that he feels like he is just hitting his prime and that more of his career is in the past than in the future, but he is back to win the World Heavyweight Championship again and build on everything that he has done. He says that if he cannot beat Damian Priest, then he will need to re-evaluate and learn how to move forward again, but if he wins, then Gunther will be a dream match for him at SummerSlam.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Tiffany Stratton, who says that her opponents should be concerned about her and that her talent will be on full display when she grabs the briefcase and becomes "Tiffy In The Bank."
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews LA Knight, who says that he knows what is going on and that everyone will be chanting for him (with a few chanting for "Main Event" Jey Uso), then says everyone can say whatever they want and that he will grab the briefcase tonight.
Trish Stratus heads to the ring. Trish thanks the fans and says it is so good to be home before welcoming everyone to tonight's show, saying it will change everyone's lives forever. She then introduces ring announcer Samantha Irvin, who sings "The Star Spangled Banner." Trish then introduces Juno-award winning recording artist Ryland James, who sings "O Canada."
Drew McIntyre beats "Main Event" Jey Uso, Carmelo Hayes, Andrade, Chad Gable and LA Knight in the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
Sami Zayn retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Bron Breakker by countering the Spear with a kick and hitting the Helluva Kick.
WWE Bad Blood is live on WWE Network and Peacock on Saturday, October 5th!
Trish Stratus shows up and asks the fans if they are having fun yet, then brings out John Cena. His towel says "The Last Time Is Now." Cena rushes to the ring, and the words "After This, U Can't See Me" can be seen on the back of his shirt. He then officially announces his retirement from WWE. Cena talks about how he has been in WWE for over two decades and how he has seen waves of prosperity as well as tremendous hardship where only the most dedicated hardcore fans stand by one's side. However, whether the WWE is hot or cold, Canadian fans always show up, as Canada has helped make WWE what it is. He says that now is the time because Money In The Bank is the ultimate symbol of opportunity, and that WWE will make history when Raw moves to Netflix, and that he also says he will be there. He says that this time will lead to some "unforgettable lasts," as Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania 41, all in 2025, will be his last, with WrestleMania 41 being the last WrestleMania he will compete in. Cena announces he will hold a press conference after the show where he will field any and all questions, then thanks the fans. The fans chant "Thank you, Cena" back, and Cena thanks them for the incredible gesture and for letting him playi n the house that they built for so many years.He thanks the fans for their "beautifully brutal" reactions as well as the opportunity to kick some ass in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, then says that if you want some, come get some, because the last time is now.
Backstage, Finn Balor tells Damian Priest that tonight is the time to punish Seth Rollins. Priest tells everyone in the clubhouse (Finn, JD McDonagh, Carlito, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio) to stay out of his business as he faces Seth Rollins tonight, and as everyone else goes back to playing PlayStation 5, Finn says "Whatever you want...boss."
Damian Priest retains the World Heavyweight Championship against Drew McIntyre and Seth "Freakin'" Rollins in a Triple Threat Match. During the match, Drew McIntyre shows up and cashes in his Money In The Bank contract to make the formerly one-on-one match against Seth Rollins a Triple Threat Match, but soon after he cashes in, he is attacked by CM Punk, who hits McIntyre with a metal folding chair before blasting him with the World Heavyweight Championship. Priest then hits McIntyre with South of Heaven to retain as CM Punk sits on the announce table. As pre pre-match stipulation, Rollins can no longer challenge for the World Heavyweight Championship for as long as Priest is champion. (Had Priest lost, he would have had to lose The Judgment Day [Finn Balor, Priest, Rhea Ripley, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh].) After the match, Seth Rollins confronts CM Punk, and Corey Graves has to hold Rollins back.
Tiffany Stratton beats Iyo Sky, Chelsea Green, Lyra Valkyria, Naomi and Zoey Stark in the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
SummerSlam is live on WWE Network and Peacock on August 3rd!
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Trish Stratus when Tiffany Stratton shows up and says she should be praised right now before stating that social media is already praising her and that she is already viral. Trish tells Tiffany to not get ahead of herself and to not get arrogant, as what she does will determine if she is a future Hall of Famer or a flash in the pan. Tiffany says that "Trishy Time" is no longer and that "TIffy Time" is now.
The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu) beat "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton and Kevin Owens despite the referee inadvertently being laid out twice during the match.
Here is the full recap from tonight's show!
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