Jey Uso retains World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Money in the Bank following an electrifying main event that saw a shocking appearance by R-Truth aid in his victory. On a night filled with dramatic moments at the arena, Uso and his partner Cody Rhodes overcame the formidable team of John Cena and Logan Paul to close the show with the World Heavyweight title still secure.
Main Event Kicks Off with High Energy and Star Power
The evening’s headline match began shortly after 9:30pm, as video highlights introduced the anticipation and intensity expected for a title bout of this magnitude. Cody Rhodes made his entrance at 9:39pm, energizing the crowd with his distinctive presence. World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso followed, donning special red, white, and blue attire reminiscent of Cody’s style, and received a raucous reception from fans.
The challengers wasted no time in making their mark. Logan Paul, always aiming for spectacle, entered holding a drone and recorded his own entrance, providing a unique perspective to those in the arena and millions at home. The Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena made his dramatic entrance last at 9:47pm, halting his theme music for an official introduction, intensifying anticipation as the match prepared to begin. The bell rang at 9:52pm, setting the stage for a battle featuring some of WWE’s most well-known talents.
Back-and-Forth Action Dominates Early Rounds
The match started with a tentative lock-up between Cena and Rhodes, as history reminded the audience that Cody Rhodes had not defeated John Cena since 2009. After an uneventful exchange, Cena tagged Logan Paul, who entered with characteristic bravado and exchanged flamboyant poses with Rhodes before both competitors zeroed in on control.
Rhodes showcased his technical skills with a stalling suplex before tagging in Jey Uso. However, Logan Paul quickly shifted momentum with a series of strikes to the world heavyweight champion, though Uso countered with a pop-up neckbreaker for an early near-fall. A series of tags between Cena and Paul ensued, with the duo focusing their offense on Uso, isolating him from his corner and working him over in classic heel fashion.
Crowd Engagement Peaks as Heels Dominate
Cena slowed the pace, alternating taunts to Uso and the crowd, which erupted into chants showing their divided loyalties. Cena’s methodical offense included Irish whips, shoulder tackles, and verbal jabs. He even executed the Five Knuckle Shuffle in a sarcastic manner before attempting his signature Attitude Adjustment (AA), only for Uso to slip free and counter with a sleeper hold.
The match’s intensity increased as both competitors sought their corners, desperate for tags. Logan Paul repeatedly prevented Uso from tagging out, even utilizing homage moves like a big boot and leg drop that called back to legendary superstars. Cena and Paul continued cutting off the ring, much to the frustration of Cody Rhodes, who found himself unable to break through.
Momentum Shifts and Tempers Flare Between Opponents
Tempers escalated when Paul and Cena began arguing over tagging strategy, exchanging words and shoves in a moment that allowed Uso enough time to finally tag in Rhodes. Cody entered the ring with fresh energy, overwhelming both rivals with a powerslam and subsequent moves, including a Cody Cutter and a missile dropkick. Chaos soon reigned, with quick tags and signature maneuvers traded among all four participants.
Cena nearly sealed victory with his AA on Rhodes, but Jey Uso intervened at the last critical moment. Logan Paul unleashed a dramatic offensive burst, executing an attempted high-risk springboard Frog Splash—only to accidentally take out his own partner Cena, enabling Uso to retaliate immediately with a spear. The match continued to escalate with both teams relentlessly exchanging offense under the deafening roar of the crowd.
Outside Interference and R-Truth’s Stunning Return
The chaos spilled to ringside, as Cena attempted to use the environment to his advantage, slamming Rhodes into the steel steps and clearing commentary tables for a brutal sequence. However, the pivotal moment arrived when Logan Paul executed a remarkable springboard moonsault, driving himself and Jey Uso through the commentary table in a move that left fans and performers alike stunned.
Amidst the confusion, Cena tried to capitalize by striking with the championship title while the referee’s attention was diverted. Suddenly, a hooded figure stormed the ring and speared Cena, unmasking moments later to reveal himself as R-Truth—making an unexpected and heroic return to WWE at precisely 10:15pm and igniting the arena in a frenzy.
With Cena reeling from the interference, Cody Rhodes capitalized, hitting his Cross Rhodes finisher and securing the victory for himself and Jey Uso at 10:16pm, ensuring that Jey Uso retains World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Money in the Bank.
Celebration and Hints at Future Challenges
After the match, Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes shared an emotional embrace inside the ring, as commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee passionately reacted to the shocking events, particularly the return of R-Truth. The celebration was short but poignant, with Rhodes addressing the audience and expressing his gratitude, noting the significance of his first match since WrestleMania. The crowd emphatically confirmed that Jey Uso would leave Raw still holding the championship, as Uso briefly spoke, referencing the crowd and his own signature catchphrase before the event closed.
The Impact of R-Truth’s Return and What Lies Ahead
The return of R-Truth immediately reverberated across the WWE landscape, serving as both a turning point in the main event and a harbinger of future rivalries. Jey Uso’s successful defense, secured by the confluence of teamwork, resilience, and a timely assist, sets the stage for continued challenges in the coming weeks—most notably, his scheduled defense against Gunther. The energy and unpredictability displayed in this contest underscored the intensity and depth of WWE’s talent roster, leaving fans eager for the next chapter following this overwhelming and powerful night at Money in the Bank.
