Surprise return, shocking betrayal, Money in the Bank cash in: 5 possible endings to WWE SummerSlam 2023

‘The Biggest Party of Summer’ SummerSlam 2023 is just around the corner. With less than a week to witness the spectacle being held at Ford Field Stadium. The match card for this event is stacked. Especially the main event for this match would be a hard pill to swallow, as The Bloodline storyline will potentially culminate here.

The Tribal Combat between Roman Reigns and Jey Uso will be looked forward to by the whole WWE Universe. Jey will be getting a title shot at the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship for the first time, but this match will mark his third encounter with The Tribal Chief. The numbers advantage will be on Reigns’ side, but Uso can rationalize it with the use of numerous weapons, as the stipulation is what makes it more interesting.

As the excitement for the overall event and this match is going through the roof, there is still ambiguity about the outcome. The betting odds suggest Roman retains his title, but Jey’s fierce attitude can overpower the Island of Relevancy. Nevertheless, the equivalence of the results opens up more possibilities for the match’s ending and would prove to be a delight for the audience. Following are the five possible endings for SummerSlam 2023.

5. The return of Randy Orton

The Viper Randy Orton has been speculated to make his return sooner or later. But the only question is: where and when could it happen so that the audience gets the surprise that they deserve? Thus, considering Roman picking up the victory over Jey and keeping his title to him, Orton’s return will gain one of the loudest pops of 2023. This pattern was seen in 2021 when Brock Lesnar confronted Reigns after the latter’s victory over John Cena.

Since the inception of The Tribal Chief gimmick and his Universal Championship win, the WWE Universe has been wanting him to face Randy. A dream match between these absolute legends would be a box-office hit and would gain millions of eyeballs around the globe. Hence, a fresh page for The Head of the Table can be written by The Apex Predator, as The Bloodline would possibly see a culmination.

4. Money in the Bank cash-in by Damian Priest

If WWE has to pull out an absolute shocker to end SummerSlam, then it is highly expected that a distinct winner will emerge rather than the scheduled ones. Considering this, Mr. Money in the Bank, Damian Priest, can give Reigns a run for his money with his involvement. This outcome can come as a disappointment for everyone, but the possibilities cannot be denied as long as he owns the contract. 

The chances of a Money in the Bank cash-in are low, as Priest already has a storyline with the World Heavyweight Championship scenario. Hence, it is highly expected of him to utilize the contract over Seth Rollins after or during his bout with Finn Balor. Thus, if WWE has the urge to deliver a shocker, then it can happen on Rollins’ title and not Reigns’ Undisputed Universal Championship reign.

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3. The return of Bray Wyatt at SummerSlam

As the possibilities for a dramatic finish are endless for The Tribal Combat at SummerSlam, it is also necessary to plan out the next steps for Reigns. While it is highly considered for Roman to retain his title, a new challenge called Bray Wyatt can emerge instantly for him. There have been speculations about his return to WWE, but this time with more of a surprise element added to it. The chilling entrance of Wyatt when the darkness hits after Roman stands tall with his title would be marvelous.

Bray has been kept away from the championship scenario since his return to the company last year. But just a rematch for Bray’s title that he lost in 2020 against Reigns would be fair for him. The return would blow the roof off Detroit as they would witness The Eater of Worlds confront The Tribal Chief most unexpectedly.

2. Clean finish to declare The Tribal Chief

While Tribal Combat is focused on Reigns’ championship, it should not be forgotten that the title of The Tribal Chief will also be on the line. Thus, Reigns’ loss can prove more critical with this much to lose. But as discussed in various possibilities for the match’s end, a classic ending for this match would be a clean finish. With either of the Samoan members picking up the win strategically during a prestigious stipulation bout.

It is also rumored that members of the Samoan dynasty will be seen during the match. In the event that a new Tribal Chief emerges at SummerSlam, those elders can officialize it. For the respect of their family and having a clean victory after ages, Roman can stand tall over Jey. But the same conditions apply for Main Event Uso, as he became the first person to pin him after 1294 days. A classic match ending clean would be a delight for the WWE Universe.

1. Betrayal by Solo Sikoa

Solo Sikoa‘s turn on Roman can wholly destroy the Bloodline and officially see its end at SummerSlam. As the Tribal Combat is set to have No Disqualification rules, Solo would be seen interfering to support Reigns. But not only can his involvement in the matchup prove a threat to Jey, but Reigns should also be worried about the side The Enforcer might choose.

Previous episodes of SmackDown have seen The Usos convince The Enforcer to join them in the Civil War against Reigns. But Solo did not show any interest but hinted at being the next Tribal Chief in several instances. While Roman believes that Sikoa will have his back, Solo might betray him suddenly for The Usos at SummerSlam. As the recent episodes have raised hopes of him joining his blood brothers and becoming a potential threat to The Tribal Chief.

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