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- World Heavyweight Title: Who actually faces Roman in Mexico City?
- Raw Tag Team Championship: The Vision faction and the Breakker dilemma
- Raw Women’s Division: Champions under pressure and new challengers
- Intercontinental Championship: Chad Gable’s impressive run and looming threats
- WWE Championship on SmackDown: Sami Zayn, chaos, and who comes next
- Injuries, timeouts and the women’s title picture: Chelsea Green’s recovery
- Women’s Tag Team and U.S. Women’s Titles: Factions flexing their muscle
- United States Championship: A stagnant picture with potential faces
- SmackDown Tag Titles: Odd pairings and an undercooked division
Mexico City is set to be the next big stage for WWE storytelling. On September 13 the Tribal Chief will defend the World Heavyweight title against the winner of an AAA/WWE tournament, and the buzz is already centered on Penta as the frontrunner to step into the ring with Roman Reigns. With family rivalries, crossover talent and creative forks in the road, the title landscape across both brands feels unusually crowded and volatile.
From King of the Ring fallout to fractured factions and surprise injuries, WWE’s booking choices over the coming months will determine whether current champions stay strong or creative stumbles leave belts looking vulnerable. Below is a breakdown of each championship scene and the most likely storylines WWE could pursue heading into Money in the Bank and beyond.
World Heavyweight Title: Who actually faces Roman in Mexico City?
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The AAA/WWE tournament creates a high-profile spotlight on the World Heavyweight Championship heading into September. Penta is getting the most attention as the likely challenger, and a showdown with Rey Fenix—his real-life brother—could add emotional weight if they meet in the final.
Why WWE’s booking matters right now
- Multiple obligations: Reigns has been built as almost untouchable, so a challenger needs believable momentum and a compelling story to make the match matter.
- Conflicting plans: Talent like Oba Femi (the recent King of the Ring) and other rising names are hungry for opportunities, which forces creative to prioritize.
- Interference potential: The Bloodline’s internal drama—especially Solo Sikoa—could still be used to elevate a challenger or to protect Reigns in defeat or victory.
Top possibilities to face Roman
- Penta (leading candidate from AAA)
- Rey Fenix (if he upsets Penta in a storyline twist)
- Oba Femi (if WWE decides to cash in his King of the Ring momentum)
- An unexpected swerve featuring internal Bloodline chaos
Raw Tag Team Championship: The Vision faction and the Breakker dilemma
Raw’s tag picture is dominated by a faction WWE has been promoting heavily, and not everyone involved seems on the same page. Bron Breakker appears increasingly reluctant about the faction’s direction, while Austin Theory is being groomed as the breakout star inside the group.
What could change the tag scene
- Logan Paul’s return: If he heals from injury and re-enters the angle, WWE could stage a dramatic split and reboot the faction.
- New challengers: Teams like Akira Tozawa & Otis are positioned as realistic contenders to shake up the champions.
- Breakker’s attitude: A face turn or refusal to follow faction orders would create fresh matchups and a power struggle story.
Raw Women’s Division: Champions under pressure and new challengers
Liv Morgan’s Raw Women’s Championship run is still young, but title defenses are ramping up and challengers are lining up. Becky Lynch remains a high-profile threat, and the arrival of international talent such as Stephanie Vaquer adds fresh options for major matches.
- Liv Morgan: Early title holder with limited defenses so far—vulnerable to high-profile rematches.
- Becky Lynch: proven main-eventer and a likely marquee opponent.
- Stephanie Vaquer: an intriguing outsider who could provide novelty for big shows.
Secondary women’s titles and faction dynamics
Meanwhile, Raquel Rodriguez holds a secondary women’s championship and is embroiled in feuds with Sol Ruca and Lyra Valkyria. The Judgment Day faction still casts a long shadow over the division; a Money in the Bank winner like Roxanne Perez could sow internal discord if she aligns with or opposes the group.
Intercontinental Championship: Chad Gable’s impressive run and looming threats
Chad Gable’s work with the Intercontinental title has reinvigorated the gold. His classic match with Rey Mysterio showcased the belt’s prestige, but Gable’s reign also invites challengers who need credible pushes.
Potential challengers and timing
- Ethan Page — a fresh heel to provide a different style and promo edge.
- Bron Breakker — physical clash that could test Gable’s in-ring versatility.
- Other surprise options — long-term booking choices could see a bigger name take the strap closer to next year’s major events.
WWE Championship on SmackDown: Sami Zayn, chaos, and who comes next
SmackDown’s main-event scene has consistently delivered shock moments. Sami Zayn’s presence at the top has created new tensions: recent bouts involving CM Punk and Kevin Owens ended in controversy, and referee bumps have left outcomes in doubt. Zayn leaning into a darker persona after a broadcast-ending moment suggests escalating feuds.
- Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn: A natural program with high emotional stakes.
- CM Punk rematches — still viable, especially if WWE wants to revisit the heated rivalry.
- Unexpected turns — ref bumps and cost finishes keep possibilities wide open.
Injuries, timeouts and the women’s title picture: Chelsea Green’s recovery
Chelsea Green’s current injury window gives WWE time to protect her Women’s Championship without vacating it; she’s reportedly been delivering strong promos and remains a priority for the brand once healthy. With Rhea Ripley out until the Royal Rumble, the path is set for Green’s return to be a spotlight moment.
- Nia Jax: immediate candidate for a title program when Green returns.
- Tiffany Stratton: a potential heel turn could place her directly in the title mix.
- Other dark-horse names: creative could elevate someone unexpected to keep the division fresh.
Women’s Tag Team and U.S. Women’s Titles: Factions flexing their muscle
A faction-based approach is shaping the women’s tag division. Fatal Influence hold the Women’s Tag Team titles and have used dominant heel tactics to justify their reign. On the singles side, Jacy Jayne carries the U.S. Women’s Championship and has asserted herself as one of the top antagonists in the roster.
Why this matters
- Faction control: When groups control multiple belts, it creates multi-angle storytelling opportunities and stable rivalries.
- Heel momentum: Strong heels like Jayne can elevate challengers through clean losses or heated programs.
United States Championship: A stagnant picture with potential faces
The U.S. title has felt underused recently, with champions and challengers sometimes locked into short, forgettable segments. Names like Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams and others could reignite interest if WWE commits to longer-term storytelling.
- Possible directions include extended rivalries to build prestige rather than quick title flips.
- Creative must choose whether to solidify a long-term champion or use the belt to spotlight new stars.
SmackDown Tag Titles: Odd pairings and an undercooked division
Unexpected alliances produced tag champions that felt temporary. Damian Priest and R-Truth’s reign was unusual and the tag ranks have since shuffled, with AAA tag teams, the War Raiders and the Tongans all mentioned as players. The division could benefit from additional established teams or fresh international talent to restore credibility.
- Possible moves: involve proven tag specialists to tighten in-ring quality.
- Wildcard additions like Shinsuke Nakamura involved in tag storylines could create new headline matches.
Roman Reigns remains the titleholder most likely to carry a championship into WrestleMania, barring a dramatic creative swerve or a marquee return. With Money in the Bank on the calendar, nearly every other champion and mid-card holder will face increased scrutiny and potential upheaval as WWE balances long-term plans with short-term star-making opportunities.
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