Seth Rollins has opened up about his preparedness and mindset as he gears up for the high-stakes WWE Money in the Bank 2025 event, taking place this weekend. Discussing his experience, Rollins candidly addressed the dangers and mental toughness required for the upcoming Men’s Money in the Bank ladder match, directly reflecting the Seth Rollins mindset ahead of WWE Money in the Bank 2025.
Rollins Details Mental Preparation for the Ladder Match
After qualifying for the Men’s Money in the Bank ladder match by defeating Finn Balor and Sami Zayn on WWE RAW last month, Seth Rollins highlighted the physical and mental demands of the grueling contest. The Visionary, who secured his spot with a finishing move delivered atop a steel chair, knows the risks that come with one of WWE’s wildest matches. During a recent appearance on KTLA News, Rollins described the event’s intensity and what it takes to compete.
“But at the end of the day, the element of danger is extra high because the ladders are unforgiving. It is one of the wildest matches and experiences you will ever be in. I’ve been in a handful of them,”
said Rollins.
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Rollins further explained that part of his preparation involves accepting the pain and punishing moments that define Money in the Bank matches. Rather than shying away from the grueling reality, he emphasized the importance of mental fortitude and adaptability inside the ring. His focus, he explained, is on reducing the amount of suffering during each brutal moment.
“I mean, you just steel yourself mentally, you know. This is what is going to be. You will suffer; deal with it. And so, that’s part of the game, you know? And it is just about minimizing that suffering as you move forward. It’s a young man’s game but I’m smart. I’m hip to it. I’ll figure out a way,”
he added.
—Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
In his journey to qualify, Rollins used his signature Stomp on Finn Balor atop a steel chair in a pivotal RAW match. The intervention by Dominik Mysterio, who pushed the chair into the ring, inadvertently cost Balor and paved the way for Rollins’s victory, underscoring the unpredictable nature of these contests.
Industry Voices Suggest Changes to Rollins’ WWE Image
As anticipation builds for the Men’s and Women’s Money in the Bank ladder matches, some within the wrestling community believe Rollins could benefit from changes to his current WWE persona. On Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Legion of RAW, former WWE head writer Vince Russo commented on the possible need for a shift in Rollins’s presentation, especially following his association with Paul Heyman on RAW.
Russo argued that Rollins should adjust his entrance music and interaction with the crowd to more effectively present himself as a heel. Emphasizing the need to regain control over the arena atmosphere, Russo explained how certain elements could better align Rollins with his in-ring character.
“Me personally? Hell yeah! The first thing I would do if I were working there, the first thing I would do is get control back over the crowd. That’s number one. That’s the first thing I would do. Number one. And you know how you start? Stop playing stupid songs. Eliminate the sing-alongs right off the bat.”
—Vince Russo, Former WWE Head Writer
What Lies Ahead for Money in the Bank and Rollins
With the WWE Money in the Bank 2025 event approaching, both Rollins’s gritty approach and speculation about changes to his in-ring character are in the spotlight. The upcoming matches will reveal whether Rollins’s resilience and psychological readiness will pay off, and whether any noticeable shifts occur in his WWE persona. As stars like Finn Balor, Dominik Mysterio, Sami Zayn, and Paul Heyman remain central to ongoing storylines, fans and insiders alike are watching closely to see how these dynamics play out in one of WWE’s most unforgiving ladder matches.
