Two More Huge Names Punch Their Tickets for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match on SmackDown

Former WWE champions qualified for their respective Money in the Bank ladder match on SmackDown this week from Knoxville.

Two More Huge Names Punch Their Tickets for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match on SmackDown

WWE Money in the Bank (via WWE)

WWE is pulling out all the stops to make Money in the Bank 2025 a must-see Premium Live Event. The show is already set to feature a blockbuster tag team showdown, with the duo of Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes taking on the alliance of Logan Paul and John Cena. To raise the stakes even higher, WWE has stacked the traditional Money in the Bank ladder matches by adding two former WWE Champions.

This week on SmackDown, Naomi battled Jade Cargill and Nia Jax in a high-stakes Triple Threat match to qualify for the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. The action was intense, with Cargill appearing to have the upper hand at several moments. However, The Glow outsmarted both opponents, seizing the opportunity to pin Nia Jax and secure her spot in the highly anticipated ladder match in Los Angeles.

On the men’s side, Andrade faced a challenge against Jacob Fatu and Carmelo Hayes in another high-stakes Triple Threat match. The Samoan Werewolf looked determined to punch his ticket to Money in the Bank, dominating much of the contest. However, a timely distraction from Jimmy Uso took Fatu out of the equation. Seizing the opportunity, El Idolo capitalized and pinned Hayes, securing the final spot from SmackDown.

Now, only one spot remains in both the men’s and women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Matches. WWE has announced a high-stakes Triple Threat clash on the women’s side featuring newly-signed Raw star Stephanie Vaquer, Liv Morgan, and Ivy Nile to determine the final qualifier.

Meanwhile, the final men’s spot will be decided in a blockbuster showdown between CM Punk, AJ Styles, and El Grande Americano — a match already being hailed as potentially historic. With such a stacked lineup of incredible talent, it will be fascinating to see who walks out of Money in the Bank with the coveted briefcase.

Who could win the Men’s Money in the Bank ladder match this year?

The Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match is already stacked with top-tier talent and former champions. So far, Seth Rollins, Penta, Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, and Andrade have secured their spots, with one final slot still up for grabs. Despite the already star-studded lineup, fans are eagerly speculating who will emerge as Mr. Money in the Bank this year.

WWE Men's Money in the Bank match
WWE Men’s Money in the Bank match (via @PWUnlimited/X)

Currently, The Visionary is the frontrunner to win this year’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. With a compelling narrative and a strong case to be the next World Champion, he stands as a credible contender to claim the briefcase.

Moreover, Rollins has the backing of Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, and, of course, Paul Heyman. With so many factors working in his favor, he could very well make history by becoming a two-time Money in the Bank winner in WWE.

Who could win the Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match this year?

Similar to the men’s match, the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match is stacked with top-tier talent. It features former champions like Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, and Naomi, alongside rising stars such as Giulia and Roxanne Perez. With such a competitive field, fans are left wondering who will climb the ladder and secure the briefcase in Los Angeles.

WWE Women's Money in the Bank match
WWE Women’s Money in the Bank match (via @PWUnlimited/X)

Given the talent in the field, any of these competitors could credibly become Ms. Money in the Bank. However, Roxanne Perez stands out as a likely choice for WWE in Los Angeles. Since her main roster debut, The Prodigy has impressed fans and critics alike, showcasing both the skill and charisma to become the next face of the women’s division.

If WWE intends to build her as a top star, the Money in the Bank briefcase could be the perfect catalyst to elevate Perez to the next level. With a 100% success rate for cash-ins, winning the briefcase would virtually guarantee the former NXT Women’s Champion a main roster title run and potentially propel her into the main event scene.

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