The highly anticipated SummerSlam 2025 WWE in-ring debut is set to feature an unexpected participant, country singer Jelly Roll, who is preparing to make his official wrestling entrance. This year’s event will span two nights, August 2 and 3, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, promising an exciting lineup that already includes John Cena, Cody Rhodes, and Jade Cargill.
Jelly Roll’s wrestling journey began with appearances on WWE programming since 2023, gradually gaining momentum. According to Mike Johnson from PWInsider, Jelly Roll has been training for a live in-ring role, which is expected to unfold during SummerSlam. His upcoming involvement on SmackDown will kickstart a storyline leading to a tag team match alongside a prominent babyface wrestler.
Background on Jelly Roll’s Growing Wrestling Interest Since SummerSlam 2024
Jelly Roll first became involved with WWE in various appearances starting in 2023, including attending shows as a fan and performing at live events. At SummerSlam 2024, he combined his music career with a wrestling role, assisting Awesome Truth in defeating Austin Theory and Grayson Waller, two prominent WWE stars.
During that segment, Jelly Roll delivered impactful moves against Theory, sparking fans’ curiosity about his potential as a wrestler. He later revealed on Logan Paul’s IMPAULSIVE podcast that the experience ignited a genuine passion for wrestling. He even mentioned considering purchasing his own wrestling ring, indicating a strong commitment to the sport.
“I caught a wrestling bug and even thought about buying my own wrestling ring.” —Jelly Roll, Country Singer and WWE Performer
Expectations and Potential Impact of Jelly Roll’s WWE Debut
Although the full details of Jelly Roll’s wrestling partnership remain undisclosed, reports indicate that his tag team partner will not be Cody Rhodes, who is booked for a championship fight against John Cena. Fans are eagerly awaiting further announcements as the SmackDown storyline unfolds ahead of SummerSlam.
The inclusion of Jelly Roll continues WWE’s trend of integrating mainstream entertainers into wrestling storylines, following Travis Scott’s involvement at WrestleMania 41. His debut could draw new audiences and add an exciting dynamic to the event, amplifying interest in SummerSlam 2025 as one of the biggest wrestling showcases of the year.
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