Wrestling fans love a good car crash. Not a literal one, obviously, but the kind of high-stakes, ladder-climbing chaos that only happens once a year. WWE Money in the Bank 2025 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood wasn't just another show. It was a massive pivot point for the company, especially as they transitioned deeper into their Netflix era.
Honestly, the energy in Los Angeles was electric. You had 17,069 people screaming their lungs out, mostly because the stakes felt real again. No one knew for sure who was walking out with those briefcases. The night was a mix of veteran dominance and some seriously shocking betrayals that left the Bloodline in shambles—again.
The Night Naomi Reminded Everyone Who She Is
The show kicked off with the Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match. This was a wild mix of styles. You had the powerhouse Rhea Ripley, the technical wizardry of Giulia and Stephanie Vaquer, and the veteran presence of Alexa Bliss. Roxanne Perez was in there too, proving she absolutely belongs on the main stage.
Early on, it looked like Rhea was going to run away with it. But Giulia and Perez had other plans. They basically buried Ripley under a mountain of ladders outside the ring. It was a smart move, honestly. If you can't out-muscle Mami, you bury her under ten tons of steel.
The match saw some insane spots, including a sequence where Bliss and Perez hit simultaneous Code Red powerbombs on Naomi and Vaquer onto bridged ladders. That had to hurt. Eventually, Ripley fought her way back out from the wreckage, but just as she and Bliss were battling at the top of the ladder, Naomi played it smart. She didn't try to out-wrestle them; she just tipped the whole thing over.
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Naomi climbed up, grabbed the briefcase, and became Ms. Money in the Bank 2025. It’s a huge win for her, especially with her recent heel turn. She’s got all the momentum in the world right now.
Seth Rollins and the Fall of the Bloodline
The Men's Money in the Bank 2025 match was just as chaotic, but for different reasons. Seth "Freakin" Rollins entered with Paul Heyman in his corner, which was already a weird sight to see. He was up against LA Knight, Penta, Andrade, Solo Sikoa, and El Grande Americano.
The match was brutal. Penta was doing Penta things—diving off high places with zero fear. Andrade was taking bumps that made my back ache just watching. But the real story here was the internal combustion of the Bloodline. Solo Sikoa was inches away from that briefcase. He had it.
Then Jacob Fatu happened.
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In one of the most shocking moments of the night, Fatu turned on Solo. He didn't just stop him; he destroyed him. He screamed "I hate you" while delivering a beatdown that likely signals the final end of the Bloodline as we’ve known it for the last five years. With the path cleared, Seth Rollins climbed up and secured his second MITB briefcase. He’s now a two-time winner, and with Heyman by his side, the World Heavyweight Championship is basically on borrowed time.
John Cena’s Final MITB and the R-Truth Shock
We have to talk about the main event. It wasn't a ladder match, but it felt just as big. Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso vs. John Cena and Logan Paul. This was Cena's final Money in the Bank appearance as an active wrestler, and he played the villain perfectly.
The match was great, but the ending was pure chaos. Cena actually used the championship belt to deck Cody while the ref was distracted. It looked like he was going to steal a win in the most "Hollywood" way possible.
Then a man in a hoodie jumped the rail.
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It was R-Truth. Earlier that week, word had leaked that WWE wasn't renewing Truth's contract, and fans were livid. Well, it turns out it was all a work—or the backlash worked. Truth took out Cena, allowing Cody to hit the Cross Rhodes for the win. Seeing Truth back in the fold was the feel-good moment of the night, even if it cost Cena his final MITB match.
Key Results from the Night:
- Naomi defeated Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss, Giulia, Roxanne Perez, and Stephanie Vaquer.
- Dominik Mysterio retained the Intercontinental Title against Octagón Jr. (with a little help from Liv Morgan).
- Becky Lynch beat Lyra Valkyria to become the new Women's Intercontinental Champion in a "Last Chance" match.
- Seth Rollins defeated LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, Penta, Andrade, and El Grande Americano.
- Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso defeated John Cena & Logan Paul.
What This Means for the Rest of 2025
The landscape of WWE is completely different now. Seth Rollins is a shark in the water. He doesn't need to announce when he’s coming; he just needs one opening. On the women's side, Naomi holding the briefcase makes the SmackDown title picture very interesting, especially with her new attitude.
The Bloodline is officially dead. Again. But this time it feels permanent. Jacob Fatu as a lone wolf is a terrifying prospect for anyone on the roster. And then there's John Cena. He’s retiring at the end of the year, and R-Truth just made sure his exit won't be a quiet one.
If you're looking to keep up with how these briefcases are used, watch the upcoming episodes of Raw and SmackDown. Seth has a history of "heisting" championships, and Naomi is more than capable of a surprise cash-in when the champion is at their weakest. The road to the end of 2025 is going to be a wild ride.
Next Steps for Fans:
- Monitor Seth Rollins' appearances on Raw; his alliance with Paul Heyman suggests a cash-in on the World Heavyweight Championship is imminent.
- Watch for the fallout between Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu on SmackDown to see the new hierarchy of the Bloodline.
- Follow Naomi’s social media for hints on which champion she’s targeting first.