Every year brings something new and exciting to the world of pro wrestling, and fans are always eager to learn what the biggest events of the year are going to be. With 2025 halfway done, there are still many high tier events to satisfy the wishes and fantasies of the fans of WWE. Join us as we explore the remaining events that are yet to come in August and beyond. The fall season is already planned out, and there are many TBA dates to be announced in the meantime.
Mind that professional wrestling, although scripted and not really a sport like football or basketball, is very popular among the bettors as of late. If you are a fan of the matches and want to improve your viewing experiences, why not try placing some bets in the upcoming August slate of events? Place your picks for the next big fight, and you will have a much deeper and engaging experience while watching the stories and fights unravel.
WWE SummerSlam-August 2-3
The biggest summer event, the iconic SummerSlam, is scheduled for the very beginning of August and will happen on Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3. The venue is the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It is headlined by the Street Fight for the Undisputed WWE Championship between the current Champion, John Cena, and Cody Rhodes. It will be Cena’s retirement fight and the last in ring appearance in his storied career. Prepare for an instant classic, folks.
There is also the WWE Women’s Championship Match with the challenger Jade Cargill going up against champion Tiffany Stratton. Randy Roton & Jelly Roll team up against Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul. Then there is the Triple Threat Match for the Women’s World Championship when Naomi, Ivo Sky, and Rhea Ripley go at each other. Becky Lynch fights Lyra Valkyria for the Intercontinental Championship, and Gunther goes up against CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship.
WWE NXT Heatwave-August 24
At the Lower Memorial Auditorium in Massachusetts, on Sunday, August 24, the next Heatwave PPV event takes place. WWE is yet to announce any official matches for this card. The promotional poster features Jaida Parker, Sol Ruca, Ricky Saints, Oba Femi, and Blake Monroe. All of this is subject to change, of course, as the 11th Heatwave event will be the first to solely use the WWE logo and be broadcast on Netflix. Stay tuned for more and visit Stake for all of your professional wrestling bets and odds.
WWE Clash in Paris-August 31
On the final day of the month, the promotion hits the French capital, the city of lights, love, and fashion. It is not the first city one imagines when pro wrestling is mentioned, but that is just the thing that makes it interesting. It will be held at the Paris La Défense Arena and feature a wide slew of wrestlers. As of yet, it has not been reported who will fight who and what storylines will be included, but expect a ton of fun. It will be held for the wrestlers from the Raw and SmackDown divisions, and mark the second PPV and livestreaming event in France. Superstars who have been teased for the event include John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, Rhea Ripley, Gunther, and Tiffany Stratton.
Events in September and Beyond
NXT No Mercy is not confirmed yet, but it is assumed to take place sometime in September. Similarly, in October, there should be an NXT Halloween Havoc. On October 11, we get the Crown Jewel at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. On November 29, at Petco Park, San Diego, California, the fans can see the Survivor Series: WarGames. TBA in December, there will be an NXT Deadline event, and towards the end of the year, a Saturday Night’s Main Event XLI (41). So far, those are the confirmed or nearly confirmed events in the fall season, which should continue the exciting storylines from the summer and reveal what is next before 2026 rolls in. And the new year will, of course, bring the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania in the spring season.
Most Shocking WWE Moments
- The Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak ends (WrestleMania 30, 2014)
Brock Lesnar defeated The Undertaker and ended his legendary 21-0 undefeated WrestleMania streak. No one thought it would ever end. The silence in the arena said it all. - Mankind is thrown off Hell in a Cell by The Undertaker (King of the Ring, 1998)
The Undertaker tossed Mankind (Mick Foley) off the top of the 16-foot cell onto the announcers’ table. It looked like he legitimately died. Then he climbed back up, only to go through the cell again. - Stone Cold Steve Austin shakes hands with Mr. McMahon (WrestleMania 17, 2001)
The ultimate anti hero aligned with his greatest enemy to win the WWE Championship.
The fans were stunned, and Austin’s heel turn flipped the entire Attitude Era on its head. - Edge cashes in Money in the Bank for the first time (New Year’s Revolution, 2006)
After John Cena survived an Elimination Chamber match, Edge cashed in the MITB contract and won the title. It was the first time fans saw how dangerous and unpredictable the briefcase could be. - Seth Rollins betrays The Shield (Raw, 2014)
Rollins attacked Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose with a steel chair, ending WWE’s most dominant faction. Nobody saw the breakup coming. It was sudden, brutal, and it rewrote future storylines. - Roman Reigns turns heel and aligns with Paul Heyman (SmackDown, 2020)
Reigns returned at SummerSlam, then appeared on SmackDown with Paul Heyman at his side. Fans were shocked to finally get the darker, more compelling Reigns. - John Cena is drafted to Raw (WWE Draft, 2005)
Cena, then WWE Champion and face of SmackDown, was announced as Raw’s first pick.
Fans exploded when Raw stole the company’s top star and shook the brand landscape. - Vince McMahon fakes his death (Raw, 2007)
Vince entered a limousine, which exploded on live television. WWE treated it like a real death.
Fans were stunned by the realism, but the story was scrapped due to the Chris Benoit tragedy. - Kane unmasks for the first time (Raw, 2003)
After losing a match with a mask stipulation, Kane removed it to reveal his burned, unhinged face. Fans had waited years to see what was under the mask, and the reveal was horrifying and unforgettable. - Shawn Michaels superkicks Marty Jannetty through the Barber Shop window (1992)
During a supposed reconciliation, Michaels attacked his longtime tag partner and threw him through glass. It was the most brutal tag team betrayal in early WWE history, and a template for heel turns to come. - Brock Lesnar returns after 8 years away (Raw, 2012)
Following John Cena’s match at WrestleMania, Lesnar’s music was heard, and he delivered an F-5. The sudden return reintroduced one of wrestling’s most dominant forces.
What were the Biggest WWE Events in History?
WrestleMania III (1987-Pontiac Silverdome)
This event is remembered as a landmark moment in WWE and pop culture history. Drawing a reported crowd of over 93,000 fans, it set a record for indoor attendance at the time. The main event featured Hulk Hogan defending the WWF Championship against André the Giant. The match itself was not technically remarkable, but the visual of Hogan body slamming the 520-pound André is one of the most iconic images in wrestling. WrestleMania III solidified the then WWF as the dominant force in professional wrestling and proved that wrestling could draw massive mainstream audiences. Rest in peace, Hulk Hogan.
WrestleMania X-Seven (2001-Houston Astrodome)
Often considered the greatest WrestleMania ever, this event marked the end of the Attitude Era at its peak. The main event between The Rock and “Stone Cold” Steve Austin ended with one of the most shocking heel turns in history. Austin joined forces with longtime enemy Vince McMahon to win the WWE Championship. The card was stacked with classics, including the brutal Tables, Ladders, and Chairs (TLC) match between Edge & Christian, The Hardy Boyz, and The Dudley Boyz. The night perfectly captured the energy, drama, and unpredictability that defined early-2000s WWE, arguably the greatest era.
The Montreal Screwjob-Survivor Series 1997
This controversial moment occurred during a championship match between Bret “The Hitman” Hart and Shawn Michaels in Montreal. Bret was set to leave WWE for WCW, and real life tensions were high. In a now infamous move, Vince McMahon changed the match finish without telling Bret. He instructed the referee to call for the bell while Michaels had Bret in the Sharpshooter, even though Bret had not tapped. This real life betrayal blurred the lines between fiction and reality and forever changed how fans perceived the business. It also birthed the on screen “Mr. McMahon” character, which would become a central figure during the Attitude Era and remain a pop culture and internet meme.
WrestleMania XXX (2014-New Orleans)
This event featured two unforgettable moments that symbolized both the end and beginning of eras. The first was The Undertaker’s shocking loss to Brock Lesnar, ending his legendary 21-0 WrestleMania streak, something fans never thought they would witness. The second was Daniel Bryan’s underdog triumph as he won the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in the main event after defeating Triple H earlier in the night. The “Yes Movement” storyline had organically captured the hearts of fans, and this victory was a genuine emotional payoff that remains one of the most cathartic in WWE history.
5. The First Money in the Bank (2011-Chicago)
This event is remembered for CM Punk’s electrifying performance and the white hot Chicago crowd. In the main event, Punk faced John Cena for the WWE Championship on the night his contract was set to expire. Against all odds, Punk won and then fled through the crowd with the title, in a brilliant mix of storyline and real life tension. This match, along with Punk’s now famous “Pipebomb” promo a few weeks earlier, reinvigorated fan interest and brought a new edge to WWE storytelling. It was a defining moment of the PG Era and one of the best matches of the 2010s.
WWE FAQs
- What does WWE stand for, and has it always been called that?
WWE stands for World Wrestling Entertainment. It was originally known as the WWF (World Wrestling Federation) until a legal dispute with the World Wildlife Fund in 2002 led to the name change. - Is WWE real or scripted?
The matches and storylines in WWE are scripted, but the athleticism, stunts, and risks taken by the wrestlers are very real. - Who is considered the greatest WWE Superstar of all time?
While opinions vary, many fans and analysts consider The Undertaker, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, and John Cena among the greatest due to their popularity, influence, and championship records. Their brand and image transcend wrestling. - Has any celebrity ever wrestled in WWE?
Celebrities like Shaq, Logan Paul, Bad Bunny, Mr. T, and even Donald Trump have stepped into the WWE ring for special appearances or matches. Most recently, Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers) and Jalen Brunson (New York Knicks) appeared on opposing ends, before meeting in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals. - What is WrestleMania?
WrestleMania is WWE’s biggest annual event, often compared to the Super Bowl of wrestling. It features high stakes matches, celebrity guests, and major storyline conclusions. It has brought legendary moments over the decades. - Do WWE Superstars hit each other?
While they aim to protect each other, physical contact is real. Moves are performed with cooperation and training, but injuries still happen regularly. - What is the WWE Hall of Fame?
The WWE Hall of Fame honors legendary wrestlers, managers, celebrities, and contributors who have made a lasting impact on the wrestling world. - Who has won the most WWE Championships?
John Cena and Ric Flair are tied with 16 recognized world title reigns each, a record in WWE history. - What is the “kayfabe”?
Kayfabe is the portrayal of staged wrestling events as real. Wrestlers stay in character both in and out of the ring to maintain the illusion, though this has loosened in modern times.
Can fans become WWE wrestlers?
With the right training, athleticism, and charisma, many fans have transitioned into WWE Superstars, especially through the WWE Performance Center and independent wrestling circuits.
