Five WWE stars who desrve major spots on SummerSlam 2026 card ft. Carmelo Hayes, Tiffany Stratton, Dominik Mysterio & more
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WWE SummerSlam 2026 will be a two-night event.
The Biggest Event of the Summer, WWE SummerSlam 2026, is set to be a two-night extravaganza this year. It will be held at the US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and a solid match card has been assembled so far.
However, there are other rising and top names in the Stamford-based promotion who rightfully deserve a chance to showcase their talents at SummerSlam. Here are the top five WWE stars who should compete at this year’s SummerSlam.
5. Bayley
‘The Role Model’ Bayley is one of the most respected, accomplished, and tenured veterans in WWE history. The Role Model has won multiple titles and accolades and helped elevate the women’s division for years.
Therefore, she is worthy of having a top match at this year’s SummerSlam in Minnesota. She is currently set to face Lyra Valkyria in a grudge match at Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 18.
4. Carmelo Hayes
Carmelo Hayes has proven his worth as an exciting addition to the SmackDown brand for two years. Moreover, he had a good run as the WWE United States Champion in the past and is still eyeing that gold.
Therefore, he should get an opportunity to challenge the reigning Champion Trick Williams for the title at SummerSlam this year.
3. Tiffany Stratton
Tiffany Stratton is one of the top rising stars in WWE today. She is a former WWE Women’s Champion and the current United States Champion.
Moreover, SummerSlam is taking place in her hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota, all of which makes Tiffy Timee a worthy candidate to have a spot at the event.
2. Dominik Mysterio
‘Dirty Dom’ Dominik Mysterio has been credited by many legends and veterans as a future marquee WWE star. However, lately, Mysterio has not been a part of top storylines, yet continues to draw major reactions from the audience.
Therefore, a major match at SummerSlam 2026 could help his run and be a stronger push for his character moving forward.
1. Bron Breakker
Bron Breakker has been touted as the Next Big Thing by veteran Paul Heyman and many others. Despite his dominant presence and in-ring style, The Wolf Dog has been hit by setbacks and injuries.
Moreover, his loss to Seth Rollins at Night of Champions 2026 derailed his momentum further. Therefore, Breakker needs a top spot at a show like SummerSlam to regain it and garner a major push in WWE.
When and where will SummerSlam 2026 take place?
The 39th edition will air as a two-night spectacle on Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, 2026, at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
What matches have been announced for the show?
• Liv Morgan (c) vs Iyo Sky – Women’s World title match• Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar – Hell in a Cell match• Roman Reigns (c) vs Seth Rollins – World Heavyweight title match• Penta (c) vs Chad Gable – Intercontinental title match• CM Punk (c) vs Cody Rhodes – Undisputed title match• LA Knight, Solo Sikoa & Royce Keys vs The Usos & Jacob Fatu – Six-man Tag team match
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Nik O Conner is a long-time fan of professional wrestling. After dropping his Engineering regular studies in 2020, he decided to pursue his passion and became a writer. Over the last few years, he has written for multiple webs bringing a lot of skills and creativity to the table.