The highly anticipated Crown Jewel Championship match will feature Seth Rollins facing off against Cody Rhodes in a Champion vs. Champion bout at this year’s event. This contest, highlighting the Cody Rhodes Crown Jewel Championship, stands out as both men bring their top titles and reputations into the ring on the same night.
The Crown Jewel Championship was introduced last year, debuting with a match between 2024’s champions, Cody Rhodes and Gunther. Now, in 2025, the fight escalates into a battle between the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and the World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins for the newly created Crown Jewel belt, promising a clash that could reshape WWE’s championship landscape.
The Importance of Seth Rollins’ Victory in Establishing ‘The Vision’
Although neither the Undisputed WWE Championship nor the World Heavyweight Championship titles will be defended in this match, the stakes remain high as the Crown Jewel Championship itself is on the line. This bout marks a distinct Champion vs. Champion encounter, designed to crown an ultimate holder of the Crown Jewel title.
Sam Roberts of Notsam Wrestling has pointed out that WWE likely wants to avoid Cody Rhodes dominating the Crown Jewel title picture entirely, as he already holds the WWE Championship. Instead, a win for Seth Rollins would open up new narrative possibilities and credibly position him as the figure who embodies ‘The Vision’ to reshape WWE.
“We’ve seen Cody Rhodes beat Seth Rollins in three huge pay-per-view matches. They were Cody’s first three pay-per-view matches when he returned to the WWE. I think especially because the WWE Championship is not on the line, if you are going champion versus champion for that Crown Jewel belt, instead of putting two Crown Jewel belts on Cody, I think if you have Seth beat Cody Rhodes, if you have Seth Rollins pin Cody Rhodes, then all of a sudden there’s a new wrinkle on this Vision thing. All of a sudden, the idea of Seth being the guy is, well, it’s at least up for conversation.”
—Sam Roberts, Wrestling Commentator
This match holds crucial significance for Seth Rollins beyond just winning a title. ‘The Vision’ has become a prominent heel faction in WWE, with Seth positioned as its leader aiming to redefine the company’s direction. A victory here would solidify his claim to that vision, especially since previous pay-per-view encounters have favored Rhodes, making Rollins’ triumph a fresh turning point.
Additionally, ‘The Vision’ faction is rumored to play a role in upcoming WWE events such as the Survivor Series WarGames, where they could face off against Roman Reigns and The Usos, further increasing the importance of Rollins’ standing.
Background of the Crown Jewel Championship and Past Rivalries
The inaugural Crown Jewel Championship match in 2024 was a landmark moment as it set the stage for what this new title represents—a championship that unites current champions in contests that determine supremacy beyond standard title defenses. Cody Rhodes’s victory over Gunther established the prestige of this championship.
Since Rhodes’s return to WWE, his early career was marked by repeated high-stakes clashes with Seth Rollins, where Rhodes achieved wins in three consecutive pay-per-view encounters. These victories shaped the foundation of their rivalry, making Rollins’ effort to claim the Crown Jewel Championship even more compelling this time around.
Anticipation Around WWE’s Future and Related Developments
While the spotlight remains focused on the Crown Jewel event and this title clash, other WWE storylines and developments continue shaping the wrestling world. Fans are also awaiting news regarding The Rock’s potential WWE return, whether he will step back into the ring or continue branching out as a Hollywood actor and businessman.
In addition, Jade Cargill addressed a recent injury sustained on WWE SmackDown, showing the ups and downs wrestlers face in their careers. Former WWE Hall of Famers have also weighed in on current stars, such as TKO, cautioning against decisions that could affect their trajectories.
Meanwhile, recent actions from WWE, including spoilers from NXT events and reactions from legends like Shawn Michaels, demonstrate an evolving landscape where both established names and rising stars impact the direction of sports entertainment. Even referees have spoken out following in-ring botches, underlining how every role influences the product’s quality.
The Crown Jewel Championship’s Role in WWE’s Competitive Scene
The Crown Jewel Championship, though a recent addition, offers a rare platform for champion-level competitors to face each other without their traditional titles on the line, intensifying rivalries and providing pathways to fresh storylines. This setup allows for new dynamics to emerge, such as Seth Rollins potentially disrupting Cody Rhodes’s dominance and shifting the power balance within WWE.
Given the high-profile nature of this match at Crown Jewel, the outcome will likely influence future championship battles and faction alignments. Should Rollins claim victory, it would boost his credibility and reinforce ‘The Vision’ as a transformative force within WWE, calling into question who truly leads the company’s new era.
With both Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes representing the best of WWE’s current championship talent, this contest is set to be a defining moment at Crown Jewel, keeping fans engaged and invested as they watch the next chapter unfold in the ongoing saga of professional wrestling.
