WWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 1 Review: Highlights and Lowlights
WWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 1 showcased several notable events, including Liv Morgan's victory in her Women's World Championship defense, Nick Aldis's debut, and Randy Orton's return. The Wrestling Inc. team shared their opinions on the highlights and lowlights of the night.
In the Women's Championship match, Morgan defended her title against IYO SKY, marking her first defense in 106 days. Despite the in-ring action being praised, the match's brevity and the interference from Roxanne Perez and Raquel Rodriguez detracted from the overall experience.
Nick Aldis impressed in his debut against GUNTHER, with the match pacing and Aldis's background highlighted effectively. However, the Undisputed Championship match between CM Punk and Cody Rhodes was criticized for its slow pace and lack of excitement, despite the buildup. The main event featured Oba Femi defeating Brock Lesnar in a Hell in a Cell match, with Lesnar endorsing Femi post-match, signaling a potential shift in Femi's career trajectory.
