At WWE Crown Jewel 2025 in Perth, Australia, Seth Rollins will defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Cody Rhodes in a high-stakes match. The outcome carries serious implications beyond the title itself, especially regarding Rollins’ alliance with Paul Heyman, following a tense backstage exchange on WWE RAW.
Potential End of the Heyman and Rollins Partnership
During a recent segment on RAW, Paul Heyman was confronted about the risks if Rollins fails to defeat Rhodes. Heyman hinted that such a loss would cause him to question his decision to side with Rollins over former ally Roman Reigns. This suggests Heyman might consider ending his partnership with Rollins after Crown Jewel 2025. Heyman’s future client could shift back to Reigns, reunite with Brock Lesnar, or even bring a new competitor under his wing.
The Risk of Betrayal Within The Vision Stable
Heyman also indicated that a defeat for Rollins could cause key faction members Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed to lose confidence in their leader. This strained trust might lead The Vision to turn against Rollins if he loses to Rhodes, potentially expelling him from the group. The faction could then rally around a new powerhouse leader such as Brock Lesnar, strengthening Heyman’s position while sidelining Rollins.
Possible End to Rollins’ Championship Reign
Cody Rhodes beating Seth Rollins at Crown Jewel would mark a significant turning point in Rollins’ career and disrupt his momentum as World Heavyweight Champion. Top WWE babyfaces like LA Knight and CM Punk already have ambitions for the title, making this defeat a likely precursor to a storyline focused on Rollins’ decline. Such a storyline could build to a future loss against one of these challengers, signaling a shift in RAW’s top championship landscape.
The Visionary’s Potential Departure from WWE Storyline
Rollins’ history with Cody Rhodes includes multiple past losses, but this match holds far higher stakes due to Rollins’ dual role as faction leader and reigning champion. A loss at Crown Jewel might drive Rollins to “quit” WWE in storyline frustration, providing a way to write him off television temporarily. This could be used to amplify interest and build anticipation around his return in future WWE RAW episodes.
“It would make me question my decision to pick Rollins over Roman Reigns.” – Paul Heyman, WWE Manager
“If Rollins loses at Crown Jewel, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed could lose faith in The Visionary.” – Paul Heyman, WWE Manager
The upcoming event in Perth carries significant consequences for all parties involved. For Seth Rollins, the match won’t just determine his status as World Heavyweight Champion—it may decide his standing within WWE’s top factions and his relationship with one of the industry’s most influential managers. Paul Heyman’s possible shift away from Rollins could reshape WWE’s faction dynamics, while potential betrayal within The Vision could lead to fresh alliances and rivalries heading into the next phase of WWE programming.
Fans should watch closely as WWE Crown Jewel 2025 unfolds, since the fallout from this contest promises to impact Raw’s championship scene and faction politics for months ahead.
Seth Rollins: "What happens if I lose to Cody?"
Paul Heyman: "If you lose to Cody Rhodes, I’d have to ask myself why I picked you over Roman Reigns."
PAUL HEYMAN GETS REAL WITH SETH ROLLINS 👀#WWERaw
pic.twitter.com/KRJl9p0Rat— EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) October 7, 2025
