Overview

• John Cena defeated AJ Styles in a 27-minute, tribute-filled bout that drew widespread praise and, per Fightful Select, a backstage standing ovation.
• Sourcing reports say AJ Styles was unaware of Cena’s amended introduction that referenced his Bullet Club past, with no internal issues over the mention.
• Seth Rollins beat Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes for the men’s Crown Jewel crown and declared himself “the greatest of all time” in a post-match promo.
• Stephanie Vaquer won the Women’s Crown Jewel title over Tiffany Stratton, reinforcing WWE’s rapid elevation of new main-roster stars.
• Creative signals point to Survivor Series/WarGames and continued Bloodline developments, while reports note Cena has four dates left and a rumored December finale with Gunther that is not confirmed.