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WWE Power Rankings ahead of 2026 SummerSlam
Hello everybody, and welcome back to another week of the WWE ‘s Men’s Power Rankings. With SummerSlam on the horizon, I’m ready for an amazing end to summer, and the WWE is ready to bring the pain with the summer’s biggest party. That being said, let’s get to this week’s list and see how stories have unfolded since last week. Have a great day, everyone, and may the slams be with you.
Bron Breakker and Austin Theory had a non-title tag team match against Je’Von Evans and Dragon Lee last week on RAW. Of course, Maxine Dupri and Logan Paul accompanied them, which led to the Alpha Academy coming out. Regardless, The Vision won, and their feud with Tozawa and Otis only seems like it’s just getting started. I could easily see them running it back at Summerslam for the belts; however, with us being a few weeks out, I can’t see them defend the belts against them before that.
9. Sami Zayn :
Nov 22, 2021; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Sami Zayn looks on during WWE Raw at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Sami Zayn will now face Finn Balór in a number one contender’s match at Summerslam. Even though this seems a little far out to have this match already booked, you can bet the next few weeks will have a bold up like no other. This match could possibly steal the show, leaving Dave Meltzer drooling.
8. Trick Williams :
Trick Williams had a chance to win a match against Sami Zayn, who is in the number one contender’s match at SummerSlam, already. Unfortunately, for Williams, Finn Balór cashed in his opportunity in a Fatal-Four match, which also included Royce Keys and Damien Priest. For now, Williams should focus on defending his title, which should be booked for SummerSlam by the time that event kicks off.
7. “Main Event” Jey Uso:
Jey Uso made a surprise appearance last week, after being off for a few weeks. His target was none other than Solo Sikoa, who has rekindled his beef with the Bloodline. Going forward, Jey and Jimmy Uso look to be a big part in the Bloodline’s plans, which will lead to more backstage antics this week. YEET!
6. Penta :
Penta teamed up with Chad Gable in a tag team match against Ethan Page and Rusev last week. They defeated them, showing that both Penta and Gable can work together as a team. However, I feel they’ll sometimes come to a disagreement, which should lead to an altercation. That’s when this feud will heat up.
5. Oba Femi:
Oba Femi had a match against J.D. McDonagh last week on RAW, which was pretty much a squash match. Not only was it fun to watch, but there’s always something about big men in the WWE tossing around small dudes; they get me laughing. Going forward, I could see another face-off with him and Brock Lesnar this Monday on RAW.
4. Seth Rollins :
Feb 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Seth Rollins during the Men’s Royal Rumble match during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Seth “Freakin” Rollins was called out by Solo Sikoa last week because of their similar opponent in the Bloodline. He asked Rollins to join forces against them, since both of them are at a disadvantage alone. That’s when Jacob Fatu came out to squash that nonsense. Fatu said that his invitation to the Bloodline was still open, which earned him a Super Kick from Rollins. Going forward, this is must-see TV, so buckle up, because it’s about to get bumpy.
3. C.M. Punk:
C.M. Punk came out to confront Cody Rhodes, and some of the threats he was making towards our Undisputed WWE Champion. The one comment that bugged Punk the most was the comment about hitting in the face with the title. These two should continue their rants this week, as we get ready for another great week of WWE wrestling.
2. Roman Reigns :
Roman Reigns did not have a match at SNME, but he did acknowledge Jalen Brunson by presenting a WWE-made championship belt for the NBA superstar. Of course, Seth Rollins intervened, which ended up not working out for him in the end. The OTC laid waste to those shenanigans, and then celebrated the moment with Brunson until they went off the air.
1. Cody Rhodes :
Cody Rhodes remains at the number one spot, even though he has no belt. Rhodes has been losing himself recently, and right now his target is how C.M. Punk has been treating him. Regardless, this match is going to be insane at Summerslam, and I can’t wait to see if Rhodes or Punk gets it physical this week.
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