🔥 WWE SummerSlam 2026 is in the books, and the aftermath has completely changed the landscape of WWE!

On this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down all the biggest moments, surprises, returns, and controversies coming out of SummerSlam — and look ahead at what’s next on RAW and SmackDown.

CM Punk and Cody Rhodes delivered an old-school classic, but now Kevin Owens is back — could KO be Punk’s next major challenger?

Meanwhile, Randy Orton has returned with Cody Rhodes in his sights, potentially setting the stage for another chapter between two men with years of history together.

We also break down Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins and what could be the final battle between the former Shield brothers, along with Roman’s story coming out of SummerSlam and his involvement with LA Knight on RAW.

Plus, we discuss Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi, and whether we’re watching Lesnar begin to pass the torch to WWE’s next monster.

Also on the show: Chad Gable’s huge hometown Intercontinental Championship victory, Chelsea Green becoming Interim WWE Women’s Champion, Liv Morgan and Iyo Sky, Solo Sikoa’s babyface turn, Nick Aldis’ emotional WWE in-ring debut, Paige and The Bellas, Becky Lynch, Danhausen and much more.

Was SummerSlam 2026 better than last year? Did CM Punk and Cody Rhodes steal the show? Is Kevin Owens next for Punk? What does Randy Orton’s return mean for Cody? And where do Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins go after their latest battle?

🎙️ Hosted by Kombat Jones & Very Deadly Jesse

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 SummerSlam Aftermath: The Biggest Stories
02:34 SummerSlam 2026 vs. Last Year
07:59 Liv Morgan & Iyo Sky Kick Off SummerSlam
09:33 Our Favorite SummerSlam Entrances
10:18 Solo Sikoa Goes Over as a Babyface
12:46 Nick Aldis’ Emotional WWE In-Ring Debut
14:43 Fatal Influence vs. Paige & The Bellas
17:39 CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes: An Old-School Classic
28:05 Brock Lesnar Passes the Torch to Oba Femi
33:44 Kevin Owens Returns! KO vs. CM Punk Next?
41:20 Danhausen: Human Monies on a Pole
43:15 Chelsea Green Wins the Interim Women’s Championship
45:00 Chad Gable Wins the IC Title in His Hometown
46:13 Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins: The Final Shield Battle
49:59 RAW After SummerSlam: Roman Reigns & LA Knight
52:47 What’s Next? Becky Lynch, Oba Femi, Kevin Owens & CM Punk

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SummerSlam is finally here, and we're breaking down every major match, bold prediction, surprise possibility, and the biggest stories heading into WWE's Biggest Party of the Summer!

Join Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse as they preview the entire WWE SummerSlam card while discussing everything happening across RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and the wrestling world.

This week, we dive into CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Brock Lesnar, Oba Femi, Gunther, Sami Zayn, Finn Bálor, Liv Morgan, IYO SKY, Solo Sikoa, Danhausen, Joe Hendry, Chad Gable, Penta, Paige, Mike Santana (Cruz Montana), Trick Williams, Baron Corbin, Nick Aldis, Raquel Rodriguez, Rusev, Je'Von Evans, Dominik Mysterio, and much more.

We also discuss the latest Ryan Garcia controversy, the ongoing conversation surrounding WWE vs. AEW, Grayson Waller's explosive NXT promo, Danhausen proving why WWE house shows still matter, the ever-changing Bloodline storyline, weekly IWC criticism, and our biggest expectations heading into one of the most anticipated premium live events of the year.

Finally, we make our complete SummerSlam predictions, debating every championship match, potential surprise returns, shocking heel turns, title changes, and the stories that could define WWE for the rest of 2026.

Who do you think leaves SummerSlam as champion? Let us know your predictions and don't forget to follow Ringside Renaissance for weekly WWE discussions, predictions, reviews, and everything happening in the world of professional wrestling.

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00:00 The Road to SummerSlam: WWE's Biggest Party of the Summer

01:55 WWE Radio, Busted Open Nation & AEW Sickos Redemption

06:34 Ryan Garcia Controversy & Backlash

08:34 Grayson Waller's NXT Pipe Bomb Promo

09:21 Raquel Rodriguez Wins the Intercontinental Championship

10:31 Danhausen & Joe Hendry Segment

14:00 CM Punk, Cody Rhodes & Danhausen Prove Why House Shows Still Matter

15:20 Rusev vs. Je'Von Evans

16:17 Is Solo Sikoa Becoming a Babyface?

17:05 Is Finn Bálor Finally Getting a Push?

18:35 Weekly IWC Criticism

19:25 WWE SummerSlam Predictions, Thoughts & Surprises

26:37 Gunther vs. Nick Aldis

29:13 Six-Woman Tag Match & Does Paige Turn Heel?

32:21 Mike Santana Becomes Cruz Montana on NXT

33:56 Bloodline Six-Man Tag: Alliances & Conflicts

39:07 Liv Morgan vs. IYO SKY – Women's World Championship

42:31 Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi – Hell in a Cell

47:55 CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes – Undisputed WWE Championship

55:28 Finn Bálor vs. Sami Zayn – No. 1 Contender Match

57:53 Trick Williams vs. Baron Corbin – United States Championship

59:18 Danhausen vs. Dominik Mysterio – Human Monies on a Pole

01:02:22 Interim Women's Championship Ladder Match

01:05:34 Chad Gable vs. Penta – Intercontinental Championship

01:08:53 Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns – World Heavyweight Championship

01:14:25 Final SummerSlam Predictions & Closing Thoughts

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The road to SummerSlam is heating up, and so is the conversation!

In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down the biggest stories in professional wrestling, including WWE Unreal Season 3 on Netflix, the fallout from Saturday Night's Main Event, and the latest developments surrounding CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Sami Zayn, Roman Reigns, and Danhausen.

The guys also discuss WWE's presence at San Diego Comic-Con, the growing partnership between Busted Open Radio and Pro Wrestling 24/7, behind-the-scenes moments from WWE Unreal, and the ongoing debate across the Internet Wrestling Community (IWC). Plus, they share their thoughts on SummerSlam ticket prices, Chad Gable's momentum heading into his hometown, Liv Morgan and social media controversy, the current state of the WWE Women's Division, Trick Williams, Mike Santana in NXT, Big Cass rumors, and AEW heading into its latest pay-per-view.

Whether you agree with our takes or completely disagree, join the conversation as we discuss the biggest headlines, hottest debates, and most compelling storylines on the road to SummerSlam.

Episode Topics:

• WWE Unreal Season 3 (Netflix)
• Saturday Night's Main Event Recap
• CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Gunther & Sami Zayn
• Roman Reigns & The Bloodline
• Danhausen's WWE Future
• Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker & The Vision Injury Updates
• SummerSlam Ticket Prices & IWC Reactions
• Chad Gable's SummerSlam Momentum
• Liv Morgan, Cancel Culture & Toxic Fans
• WWE Women's Division
• Trick Williams & the Mid-Card Championship Scene
• Mike Santana in NXT
• Big Cass Rumors
• AEW Discussion
• SummerSlam Predictions Coming Next Episode

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00:00 – Welcome to Ringside Renaissance Unreal

02:30 – Busted Open & Pro Wrestling 24/7 Partnership

03:22 – WWE Unreal Season 3 (Netflix)

08:01 – WWE at San Diego Comic-Con

09:47 – Danhausen's WWE Future

14:38 – SNME Recap, Roman Reigns & IWC Reactions

19:10 – CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Gunther & Sami Zayn

25:43 – WWE Unreal Injury Updates

28:18 – Bloodline & SummerSlam Six-Man Tag

30:55 – SummerSlam Ticket Prices & IWC Criticism

32:54 – AEW Discussion

33:50 – Kombat Jones vs. THAT Wrestling Podcast

40:24 – Chad Gable's SummerSlam Momentum

42:49 – Liv Morgan, Toxic Fans & Cancel Culture

50:17 – WWE Women's Division

52:08 – Trick Williams & Mid-Card Championships

53:52 – Mike Santana in NXT

54:45 – Big Cass Rumors

55:49 – SummerSlam Predictions Next Episode