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Although Triple H deserves credit for several outstanding creative decisions, not everything landed perfectly.
That said, in this article, we look at three things WWE got right and two it got wrong on Night Two.
#5. Right: Kevin Owens making a surprise return and winning the No. 1 Contenders Match
One of the loudest reactions of the weekend belonged to Kevin Owens. Returning after months away, Owens entered the Fatal Four-Way and defeated Sami Zayn, Finn Balor, and Gunther to become the new No. 1 contender to CM Punk’s Undisputed WWE Championship.
The decision instantly injected fresh life into the title scene. Rather than revisiting another Punk-Cody Rhodes match or extending Punk’s rivalry with Gunther, the company introduced an entirely new challenger with built-in credibility.
Owens doesn’t need weeks of rebuilding to look like a believable threat. He has already proven he belongs in the main event scene. Also, his history with Punk makes the rivalry even more compelling. It was exactly the kind of surprise SummerSlam needed.
#4. Wrong: Sami Zayn losing another major opportunity
Sami Zayn entered the Fatal Four-Way with plenty of momentum and looked like a legitimate favorite to earn another shot at CM Punk’s Undisputed WWE Championship. Instead, Kevin Owens returned and stole the spotlight by winning the match.
Although Owens’ comeback generated a huge reaction, Sami was once again left empty-handed after coming up short in one of the biggest matches of his year.
Considering Sami Zayn’s status as a former Undisputed WWE Champion, many expected the company to capitalize on his popularity by moving him back into the title picture. Instead, he now finds himself watching his longtime friend become the No. 1 contender.
The result certainly opens the door for another chapter in the Owens-Zayn story. However, it also delays Sami’s return to the main event scene. After another heartbreaking loss, fans are left wondering how many more setbacks he’ll endure before the company finally pulls the trigger on another championship run.
#3. Right: Roman Reigns finally defeating Seth Rollins
Some victories mean more than simply retaining a championship. For Roman Reigns, defeating Seth Rollins was about finally overcoming the one rival who had consistently haunted him since the breakup of The Shield.
For years, Rollins remained the one opponent Roman simply couldn’t solve on the biggest stages. SummerSlam finally changed that. Instead of relying on controversy or outside interference, the company allowed the OTC to earn a decisive victory that gave his championship reign even greater legitimacy.
Also, the result brought satisfying closure to one of WWE’s greatest long-term rivalries. Thus, positioning Roman Reigns for an entirely new chapter as World Heavyweight Champion.
Sometimes the right booking decision is giving fans the payoff they’ve waited years to see, and that’s exactly what happened in the night’s main event.
#2. Wrong: Dominik Mysterio’s booking continues to hurt his credibility
Dominik Mysterio desperately needed a statement victory at SummerSlam. Instead, “Dirty Dom” suffered another embarrassing defeat when Danhausen picked up the win. Thus, extending Dominik’s disappointing run in 2026.
The younger Mysterio has evolved into one of WWE’s most reliable villains over the past few years. However, his singles career has stalled. He loses nearly every marquee match, making it increasingly difficult to view him as a serious threat.
After he joined a new faction at AAA, SummerSlam could have been the perfect moment to begin rebuilding Dominik Mysterio. Instead, he suffered a heartbreaking loss to Danhausen.
Thus, if Triple H wants Dominik to become a future main-event player, a major change is needed sooner rather than later.
#1. Right: Chelsea Green winning the interim WWE Women’s Championship
Chelsea Green’s victory in the Interim Women’s Championship Ladder Match was arguably the feel-good moment of Night Two. Despite consistently entertaining fans with her character work, Green had rarely been rewarded with sustained singles success. SummerSlam finally changed that.
The chaotic Ladder Match showcased exactly why Chelsea has become one of WWE’s most valuable performers. She balanced comedy with toughness and took several memorable risks before climbing the ladder to capture the championship.
More importantly, the victory creates fresh possibilities for the women’s division. With Rhea Ripley sidelined, Chelsea Green now has the opportunity to prove she can carry a championship program while awaiting a future unification match.
After years of proving herself as one of WWE’s most entertaining personalities, SummerSlam Night Two finally gave Chelsea the career-defining singles moment many fans believed she had earned. It was a well-deserved payoff and arguably Triple H’s best booking decision of the entire night.
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