SummerSlam, WWE’s premier summer extravaganza, is just weeks away, promising exhilarating showdowns that have captivated fans for years. Known for its electrifying moments and dramatic contests, SummerSlam stands as the pinnacle of summer entertainment in the world of wrestling.

1. The Undertaker vs Edge (2008)

In 2008, SmackDown was gripped by a pivotal rivalry between Edge and The Undertaker. Their feud, spanning four intense matches for the World Heavyweight Championship, culminated in Edge claiming the title and Undertaker being exiled from WWE. Upon his return to SmackDown, Undertaker sought vengeance, leading to a brutal Hell in a Cell showdown announced for SummerSlam. This fierce battle inside the unforgiving steel structure marked a climax in their conflict. Ultimately, Undertaker secured victory with his devastating ‘Tombstone Piledriver,’ bringing an end to their legendary rivalry.

2. CM Punk vs John Cena (2011)

The storyline between CM Punk and John Cena is considered one of WWE’s most intricately crafted narratives. Punk, nearing the end of his WWE contract, declared his intentions to leave with the WWE title after defeating Cena at Money in the Bank. Cena reclaimed the WWE Championship by defeating Rey Mysterio on Raw weeks later. Their clash at SummerSlam was set to unify the WWE Championships, with Triple H appointed as the special guest referee. In a gripping contest, Punk ultimately triumphed over Cena with his signature move, the GTS, despite controversy as Cena’s foot touched the bottom rope during the pin count. The match concluded in controversy, yet it remains one of SummerSlam’s most memorable encounters.

3. Brock Lesnar vs The Undertaker (2015)

In a stunning turn of events, Brock Lesnar shocked the world by ending The Undertaker’s undefeated WrestleMania streak in 2014. A year and a half later, their epic rivalry reignited at SummerSlam when The Phenom returned for a rematch. This bout epitomized The Undertaker’s legendary legacy and unwavering determination to conquer his adversary by any means necessary. During the match, he trapped Lesnar in his signature ‘Hell’s Gate’ submission, which Lesnar countered into a ‘Kimura lock’. In a moment of distraction, Undertaker seized the opportunity with a low blow, unseen by the referee, and then applied ‘Hell’s Gate’ once more to secure victory over the Beast Incarnate. This unforgettable showdown will forever be etched in SummerSlam history.

4. Triple H vs Shawn Michaels (2002)

Formerly allies in DX, Triple H and Shawn Michaels turned bitter adversaries when Triple H viciously assaulted Michaels upon his WWE return on July 22nd on RAW. This betrayal escalated when Triple H ambushed Michaels in a parking lot, intensifying their feud. The culmination came at SummerSlam in an unsanctioned Street Fight. In a dramatic turn of events, Shawn Michaels secured victory over Triple H with a surprising Jackknife Rollup pin. However, the conflict didn’t end there, as Triple H delivered two brutal blows with a sledgehammer, targeting Michaels after the match to inflict further injury.

5. Roman Reigns vs Brock Lesnar 2022

At SummerSlam 2022, Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar, longtime rivals, clashed in a Last Man Standing match for the WWE Championship. Reigns emerged victorious in a brutal encounter, aided by The Usos and Paul Heyman. He sealed the win by burying Lesnar under a heap of announcer tables, stairs, chairs, and debris, standing atop the pile as the referee counted to ten. The match showcased their ferocity and Reigns cemented his dominance by conquering the formidable Beast Incarnate, solidifying his legacy in WWE history.