WWE Superstar The Miz began 2025 with a harsh defeat, taking two RKOs from Randy Orton and starting a tumultuous year that saw him unable to secure a single victory in singles competition. This string of The Miz 2025 WWE losses has sparked concern over his future, as the 45-year-old Grand Slam Champion’s winless streak highlights a stunning downturn in his career.
Shocking Winless Record and Team Fallout
Statistics from Cagematch show that The Miz, often called The A-Lister, lost every singles bout throughout the previous year. His only moments of success came in tag team competition, where he briefly partnered with Carmelo Hayes. The duo, dubbed “Team Melo Don’t Miz,” nearly clinched the WWE Tag Team Championships before The Miz’s pursuit of the spotlight led to a falling out. The alliance ended abruptly when The Miz turned against his teammate Hayes, fracturing a partnership that once seemed promising within WWE’s crowded tag team scene.
While Carmelo Hayes went on to close out the year as United States Champion, The Miz continued to falter, losing his final opportunity in the Last Time is Now Tournament. This further deepened his struggles as one of WWE’s most recognizable figures.
Encounters With Former Partners and Veteran Rivals
The year wasn’t solely defined by losses in televised bouts. Even at live house shows, The Miz was repeatedly unable to overcome his opponents, further eroding his once-imposing reputation in singles matches. One notable exception came at the close of 2024, when he outmaneuvered Uncle Howdy and The Wyatt Sicks, teaming with Karrion Kross to help defeat the mysterious group. However, the momentum did not carry into the new year.
Verbal Barbs From Carmelo Hayes
Backstage tensions flared in January 2026 when Carmelo Hayes—now basking in his status as the new United States Champion—crossed paths with his former teammate. In a heated exchange during an episode of SmackDown, Hayes acknowledged The Miz’s role in his recent achievements before making a biting observation about their careers diverging:
“I got this US Title solely because of your help.” – Carmelo Hayes, United States Champion
The moment quickly turned tense as Hayes reminded The Miz that he had seen greater success since their partnership ended, highlighting the low point The Miz has reached amidst the current crop of rising WWE superstars and established veterans.
Future Prospects Amid Career Uncertainty
As WWE moves further into 2026, questions surround whether The Miz can rebound from this unprecedented streak of losses. With former allies now succeeding on their own, and his reputation as a veteran and former WWE Champion in doubt, The Miz faces the prospect of being used as a stepping stone for the next generation of talent. His future role within WWE remains uncertain, leaving fans and observers to wonder if The Miz can reclaim his former glory or if his days as a key player are truly coming to an end.
“HAPPY NEW YEARS MIZ” 🐍
Randy Orton hits 2 RKOs on the Miz to kick off the new year. #SmackDown
— Tito SanTanaChez (@TitoSanTanaChez) January 3, 2026
