WWE SummerSlam press conference notes: Two-night PLEs, updates on Jacob Fatu & Logan Paul, Arn Anderson, Nia Jax-Vince McMahon note

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After WWE SummerSlam went off the air, the post-show took place. There was a press conference with the media and then there was a separate post-show that was hosted by Jackie Redmond, Big E, Wade Barrett and Peter Rosenberg. Below are the highlights and notables: 

Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque

  • He thanked the sponsors such as Mike’s HARDER Lemonade and said they’ll be staying on board.
  • Reacted to praise that Bron Breakker gave Sami Zayn. Levesque said Zayn is money.
  • He stated that he has a new respect for Logan Paul as a performer.
  • Speaking about Nia Jax, Levesque said a lot of people doubted her and questioned why she was brought back to WWE. He feels she’s proving people wrong.
  • On the subject of the CM Punk versus Drew McIntyre match with Seth Rollins as the special guest referee, he called it a masterpiece. Levesque said he’s thrilled for Punk.
  • Levesque finds it difficult to find someone more deserving than new World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. He shared a conversation he had with Damian Priest after the match and told Priest he proved people wrong with his title run.
  • Jacob Fatu and Logan Paul are ‘banged up’ and Levesque hopes it’s nothing serious.
  • When asked about the WWE-TNA relationship, he said WWE is open for business and explained how it benefits both sides.
  • Stephanie McMahon does not have an official role at WWE, but she loves it and it’s easy for her to love it again.
  • Levesque believes John Cena will be back soon. He specifically mentioned the beginning of 2025. He said it’s a huge honor to help craft Cena’s road to retirement.
  • Responded to question of if the 2024 SummerSlam is the last one-night version of the event and he thinks it will be. Minneapolis, Minnesota has a two-night SummerSlam in 2026.

Cody Rhodes

  • Spoke about the importance of his dog, Pharoah. SummerSlam was Pharoah’s last time on the road with Cody. He got emotional while speaking about it.
  • Rhodes thinks the Bloodline Rules match is his now. He added that he has not spoken to or seen Roman Reigns since WrestleMania XL.
  • He stated that he’s scared of media and brought up the reaction to his interview with Chris Van Vliet. Cody felt he did not say anything ‘dumb’ once the interview wrapped.
  • He feels the rematch with Reigns has to happen. 
  • Rhodes discussed his connection with Arn Anderson. He said Anderson was a piece of sanity for him during a chaotic time. Rhodes referenced the ‘Glock’ promo and added that he hopes to see more of Arn and hopes he’ll be with him when that next time comes. All of the wrestlers got a mass text about the legends who would be in attendance at the PLE. The text included photos and biographies of those legends.
  • Further speaking about Reigns’ return, Rhodes said he’s not flinching.

Nia Jax & Tiffany Stratton

  • Thanked Paul Levesque for taking a chance on her when she got started in wrestling and for bringing her back to WWE.
  • Jax revealed that Vince McMahon originally wanted her to be in the first women’s match in Saudi Arabia. That first match was between Lacey Evans and Natalya at Crown Jewel. She spoke highly of Lyra Valkyria and their match in Saudi at King and Queen of the Ring. 
  • Stratton spoke about her friendship with Jax and shared that the new Women’s Champion often pitches ideas for her.

Bron Breakker

  • Praises Sami Zayn. He said Zayn will for sure be in the WWE Hall of Fame. Breakker added that Zayn gave him a shot and he respects him.