Logan Paul botches Buckshot Lariat at WWE Money in the Bank 2025 became the talk of the wrestling world after the WWE star’s misfire during the event, generating a surge of fan reactions and meme-filled commentary online. The incident took place during the high-stakes tag team main event, drawing attention for its resemblance to a previous botch by AEW’s CM Punk and sparking both comparison and speculation among fans.
Logan Paul’s Attempted Buckshot Lariat Miss Fires at Money in the Bank
During the main event of WWE Money in the Bank 2025, Logan Paul teamed up with John Cena to face off against Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. Attempting to emulate AEW star Adam Page’s signature Buckshot Lariat, Paul’s slingshot lariat did not go as planned. Instead of landing the impactful move, Paul lost his footing upon landing, leaving him vulnerable. He was promptly met with a superkick from Jey Uso, a moment that did not go unnoticed by the attentive crowd.
Following this botched move, social media was abuzz, especially X, where fans drew immediate parallels to CM Punk’s infamous struggle with the same move during his past rivalry with Adam Page in 2022. Some fans acknowledged the technical challenge of executing the Buckshot Lariat, while others debated whether Paul’s stumble might actually have been an intentional element for the storyline’s progression.
Finish of the Tag Match and Eventful Interference
The drama continued after Logan Paul’s error, with Cody Rhodes ultimately clinching the win for his team. Rhodes pinned John Cena following an unexpected intervention from R-Truth, who made his return to the event and played a decisive role in the outcome. This victory set the stage for even more buzz coming out of the Money in the Bank show.
Cody Rhodes’ Personal Moments and Family Shout-Out
Cody Rhodes’s post-match remarks also caught fans’ attention. After the event, Rhodes reflected on his in-ring history with Jey Uso and shared thoughts on a previous contest where the two competed on opposing sides, referencing his real-life brother Dustin Rhodes. This nod to family history connected with audiences familiar with the ongoing legacies within wrestling.
Meanwhile, Dustin Rhodes, currently holding the ROH Tag Team Championship under Tony Khan’s AEW banner, recently made headlines as he revealed plans to retire soon. The news adds another layer to the shared storylines crossing between WWE and AEW stars.
Gabe Kidd’s Unexpected Alliance with Jon Moxley Raises Questions
In news impacting the broader wrestling landscape, Gabe Kidd aligned himself with AEW World Champion Jon Moxley during a steel cage match against Samoa Joe at the Dynamite: Beach Break episode. This developing partnership, which further included The Death Riders and The Young Bucks ahead of Double or Nothing 2025, has intrigued fans and insiders alike.
Despite The Death Riders’ defeat at Anarchy in the Arena, Kidd’s involvement marked a turning point. The subsequent episode of Dynamite saw him help Moxley and Marina Shafir to a trios win over Mark Briscoe, Mike Bailey, and Willow Nightingale. Kidd addressed speculation about his motives in a video message:
“You’ll know, you’ll know exactly why, tune into the press conference, I’ll tell you exactly why I do what I do.” —Gabe Kidd, NJPW Star
Kidd promised to explain his actions at the NJPW Dominion press conference set for June 15, leaving fans anticipating further developments.
Viral Fan Reactions to Saraya’s AI-Generated Image and Social Media Presence
Elsewhere, former AEW Women’s World Champion Saraya drew social media attention after a fan used the AI chatbot GROK to create a photoshopped image placing her face onto WWE legend The Undertaker, with the real Undertaker in the backdrop. The image quickly became viral fodder, spawning memes and comedic engagement throughout the wrestling community.
Saraya responded to the trending image on X, remaining active with her followers and hinting about the possibility of a WWE return after recently announcing her departure from Tony Khan’s AEW.
The Continuing Significance of Wrestling’s Biggest Moments
The incident where Logan Paul botched the Buckshot Lariat at WWE Money in the Bank 2025 not only highlighted the technical demands of such high-risk maneuvers but also underscored how viral moments and social media shape wrestling narratives today. The cross-promotional storylines involving figures like CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Gabe Kidd, and Saraya continue to blur the lines between WWE and AEW, keeping fans engaged and eager to see what developments unfold next in the wrestling world.
