Introduction
Last night at Petco Park in San Diego, California, the WWE presented the 2025 edition of Survivor Series: WarGames. This highly anticipated event saw some of the top talent in the company compete in thrilling matches, including the Men’s and Women’s WarGames matches. The show also featured high-stakes singles bouts, including John Cena’s Intercontinental Championship defense against Dominik Mysterio and a showdown between Stephanie Vaquer and Nikki Bella.
Men’s WarGames Match: The Shield and The O.C. Clash
The night began with the highly anticipated Men’s WarGames match, pitting The Shield (Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Kevin Owens) against The O.C. (AJ Styles, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows). The match started with a bang as The Shield and The O.C. battled it out in a chaotic free-for-all, with all six men fighting for advantage. The O.C. managed to gain an early upper hand, but The Shield regrouped and began to make their way back into the match.
As the match wore on, The O.C. continued to push their advantage, but Roman Reigns proved to be a game-changer, taking down AJ Styles with a thunderous Spear. The O.C. attempted to counterattack, but Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens delivered a devastating combo that sent Karl Anderson crashing to the mat.
In the end, The Shield emerged victorious, with Roman Reigns pinning Luke Gallows to secure the win. The O.C. left the ring in disarray, their WarGames hopes shattered.
Women’s WarGames Match: The Power of the Women’s Division Shines
The Women’s WarGames match saw a talented group of competitors assemble in a bid to claim the coveted title. The match pitted Team Alpha (Sasha Banks, Bianca Belair, and Naomi) against Team Chaos (Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan, and Carmella). The bout began with a flurry of activity as all six women clashed in a high-energy contest.
As the match progressed, Team Alpha found themselves on the back foot, struggling to contain the ferocity of Team Chaos. However, Sasha Banks managed to turn the tide with a series of dazzling moves, including a picture-perfect Bank Statement on Liv Morgan.
In a stunning turn of events, Naomi delivered a thunderous Spear to Carmella, followed by a devastating Samoan Drop that sent Rhea Ripley crashing to the mat. The momentum had shifted firmly in favor of Team Alpha, who emerged victorious after a thrilling combination of moves from Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair.
John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio for the Intercontinental Championship
John Cena’s reign as Intercontinental Champion was put to the test last night as he faced off against Dominik Mysterio in a highly anticipated match. The bout began with both competitors exchanging blows, each determined to prove their superiority.
Dominik Mysterio, fueled by his determination to prove himself as a top contender, delivered a series of high-flying moves, including a picture-perfect 619. However, John Cena refused to back down, countering with a series of powerful attacks that sent Dominik crashing to the mat.
As the match wore on, the tension between the two competitors continued to build, with neither man willing to give an inch. In the end, John Cena emerged victorious, pinning Dominik Mysterio after a thunderous Attitude Adjustment.
Stephanie Vaquer vs. Nikki Bella
The highly anticipated showdown between Stephanie Vaquer and Nikki Bella saw these two veteran competitors clash in a battle for bragging rights. The bout began with both women exchanging blows, each determined to prove their superiority.
Stephanie Vaquer, known for her technical grappling skills, attempted to take down Nikki Bella with a series of submissions, but Bella refused to submit. Instead, she countered with a series of high-flying moves, including a picture-perfect split leg drop.
As the match wore on, the tension between the two competitors continued to build, with neither woman willing to give an inch. In the end, Nikki Bella emerged victorious, pinning Stephanie Vaquer after a stunning Glam Slam.
Backstage Reaction: Cody Rhodes Reveals His WarGames Strategy
According to sources close to Cody Rhodes, the American Nightmare was ecstatic about the outcome of the Men’s WarGames match. “I knew The Shield was a force to be reckoned with, but I’m confident that we’ve got what it takes to take them down,” Rhodes said in an exclusive interview.
When asked about the strategy behind The O.C.’s WarGames entry, Rhodes revealed, “We knew that The O.C. would come at us with a flurry of attacks, but we also knew that we had the skill and experience to counter their moves. The key to victory was to stay focused and work together as a team.”
Rhodes also hinted at a potential rematch between The Shield and The O.C. “This isn’t the end of the road for us and The O.C. We’ll be back, and next time, we’ll be ready.”
Conclusion
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames was a night to remember, with thrilling matches and high-stakes competition that left fans on the edge of their seats. As the dust settles, one thing is clear: the stage is set for an epic rivalry between The Shield and The O.C. Will Cody Rhodes and his team be able to take down Roman Reigns and his allies? Only time will tell.
The WWE has certainly delivered a WarGames event that fans will be talking about for weeks to come. As we look ahead to the next chapter in the WWE universe, one thing is certain: the action will only get hotter, and the stakes will only get higher.