WWE Women’s World Champion Naomi is set for a major showdown at SummerSlam, where she will defend her title against Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Hall of Famer Teddy Long recently expressed confidence that Naomi will hold onto her championship in what promises to be a thrilling contest, highlighting the significance of this high-stakes match.
Naomi’s Impressive Momentum and Character Evolution
Over the past several months, Naomi has made a remarkable ascent within WWE, securing the Money in the Bank contract and subsequently capturing the Women’s World Title. Her recent transformation into a heel has added new layers to her persona, capturing the attention of both fans and experts. One well-known wrestling journalist, Bill Apter, has taken special interest in Naomi’s evolving character and her gritty performances.
Teddy Long Predicts an Intense Battle at SummerSlam
During an appearance on The Wrestling Time Machine hosted by Mac Davis, Teddy Long shared his thoughts on the upcoming triple threat match involving Naomi, Rhea Ripley, and Iyo Sky. Long acknowledged the toughness of all three competitors and expressed hope that Naomi will maintain her hold on the title. Despite the unpredictable nature of modern WWE storylines, he remains optimistic about Naomi’s chances.
“I kinda agree with both of you guys. All three of these women are certainly tough competitors. I mean, they are gonna give you your money’s worth, and this is gonna be one hell of a match at SummerSlam. I would like to see Naomi retain, you know what I mean. But you know, in this day and age, you never know what may happen, but like you guys, I would like to see Naomi hold onto it.” —Teddy Long, Hall of Famer
Bill Apter Highlights Naomi’s Fierce New Heel Persona
Bill Apter praised Naomi’s recent performances, describing her as “completely psychotic” in the ring, which has greatly enhanced her storytelling and match intensity. He further emphasized her heated rivalry with Jade Cargill, predicting an ongoing, hard-fought feud between the two.
“You can feel the heat. Just, Naomi’s gone completely psychotic. She is a psycho in the ring, and I love what she’s doing. Jade Cargill is doing absolutely great. I think it’s gonna be a thrown-out match. It’s not gonna be the end of the feud here. I they are gonna go crazy on each other.” —Bill Apter, Veteran Journalist
Looking Ahead: What the Future Holds for Naomi in WWE
As Naomi prepares for her SummerSlam title defense, anticipation is building around the outcome and her trajectory in WWE. With her growing character depth and in-ring skills, Naomi’s upcoming matches and storylines are expected to remain central to the women’s division. The results at SummerSlam could significantly shape her career path and influence the competitive landscape.
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A. In addition to WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and Survivor Series, SummerSlam is one of WWE’s major events. This year, for the first time, it will be held over two nights.
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A. WWE SummerSlam 2025: Date, Schedule, Tickets, and Key Details. The event spans two nights and features a WrestleMania rematch with John Cena versus Cody Rhodes.
Q. Will John Cena be in SummerSlam 2025?
A. John Cena will compete in his last SummerSlam, facing Cody Rhodes in a much-awaited rematch from WrestleMania. This time, the match will be a Street Fight. Earlier in April, Cena beat Rhodes at WrestleMania and declared his intent to “ruin wrestling” before retiring as the “Last Real Champion” with the title.
