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Cageside Community Star Ratings allows wrestling fans to assign star ratings to matches, with the latest debate being Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso at SummerSlam 2023. The star rating system ranges from 0 to 5, with factors such as story, workrate, and audience reaction considered. Fans can vote and share their thoughts on the match in the comments section.
At WWE SummerSlam 2023, Bianca Belair won the WWE Women's World Heavyweight Championship but was cashed in on by Iyo Sky, leading to speculation of a Belair heel turn. Belair's ongoing feud with Charlotte and Asuka has seen her face numerous injustices, mirroring Bret Hart's storyline issues with Vince McMahon. However, a Belair heel turn seems unlikely given her strong fanbase and desire to be a positive role model. Instead, WWE may be building up a feud between Belair and Iyo Sky, with a transition to the dark side for Belair becoming increasingly probable.
Seth Rollins retained his WWE Universal Championship at SummerSlam 2023, defeating Finn Balor with the unintentional help of Damian Priest's Money in the Bank briefcase. Balor's loss prevented the completion of a Judgment Day Royal Flush, where every member of the stable holds a championship. The match was filled with callbacks to their 2016 Universal Championship match, but ultimately, WWE chose to maintain the status quo as Rollins emerged victorious.
WWE SummerSlam 2023 is underway, featuring a highly anticipated match between Roman Reigns and Jey Uso for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Other matches include Seth Rollins defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Bálor, Cody Rhodes facing off against Brock Lesnar, and Logan Paul taking on Ricochet. The event can be streamed on Peacock or WWE Network, and predictions suggest Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Asuka will come out victorious in their respective matches. Cody Rhodes praises Brock Lesnar's skills, while Becky Lynch expresses disappointment after her match with Trish Stratus was pulled from the card.
Wrestling legend Dutch Mantell predicts that Rhea Ripley, the Women's World Champion in WWE, will soon have a match against a male performer. Mantell believes Ripley should have a strong showing at SummerSlam 2023 and expects her to eventually wrestle a male star. Meanwhile, Natalya opens up about her disappointment after losing to Ripley in a quick match at Night of Champions 2023.
Hall of Famer Bill Apter predicts that if Jey Uso defeats Roman Reigns at SummerSlam 2023, he could be immediately challenged by MITB winner Damian Priest. Apter believes that Priest could come out to challenge Uso if he manages to win the Undisputed Universal Title. Meanwhile, WWE legend Mark Henry suggests that a "Dusty Finish" could be a fitting ending for the match between Uso and Reigns at SummerSlam. The confirmation of the match is expected on this week's edition of SmackDown.
Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso is one of six matches confirmed for WWE SummerSlam 2023. The long-awaited "Bloodline Civil War" storyline will see Reigns face off against his cousin Uso. Other matches include Cody Rhodes vs. Brock Lesnar, Trish Stratus vs. Becky Lynch, Asuka vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Bianca Belair, Gunther vs. Drew McIntyre, and Ronda Rousey vs. Shayna Baszler. Logan Paul will also have an in-ring showcase, although his opponent is yet to be announced.