WWE Crown Jewel Perth 2025 Review

The WWE Crown Jewel 2025 event took center stage at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia, marking the seventh edition of the international Premium Live Event and the second under the ESPN Unlimited era. The show featured an electric atmosphere and a card stacked with title clashes and emotional rivalries, including Seth Rollins’ long-awaited victory over Cody Rhodes, John Cena’s farewell showdown with AJ Styles, and Stephanie Vaquer’s statement win over Tiffany Stratton.

1. Australian Street Fight: Bronson Reed Defeats Roman Reigns (Grade: C)

The night opened with an Australian Street Fight between Bronson Reed and Roman Reigns, a bout that combined physical storytelling with family drama. Despite being billed as a no-disqualification contest, the match leaned toward a traditional encounter enhanced by Australian flair — Reigns brandished a rugby ball and cricket bat to play to the crowd. Reed’s resilience turned the tide as interference from Bron Breakker disrupted Reigns’ dominance. The Usos attempted to intervene, but Jey Uso’s accidental spear sent Reigns crashing through a table, allowing Reed to capitalize with a Tsunami splash for the victory. While the match lacked the expected chaos of a true street fight, it effectively advanced the growing rift within The Bloodline.

2. Women’s Crown Jewel Championship: Stephanie Vaquer Defeats Tiffany Stratton (Grade: C-)

The second contest featured Raw’s Stephanie Vaquer against SmackDown’s Tiffany Stratton in a champion-versus-champion matchup. Expectations were high, but the bout concluded in just over ten minutes. Stratton impressed early with an athletic Alabama Slam off a cartwheel transition, but her missed Prettiest Moonsault Ever opened the door for Vaquer’s corkscrew moonsault, which sealed the victory. The brief runtime and lack of dramatic build left fans underwhelmed, especially for a bout pitting two brand champions. Vaquer’s victory nonetheless reinforced her growing dominance on the Raw roster.

3. Singles Match: John Cena Defeats AJ Styles (Grade: A)

In what many viewed as the emotional highlight of the evening, John Cena and AJ Styles revisited one of WWE’s most storied rivalries. Both veterans, now 48 years old, crafted a match rich in nostalgia and technical precision. Styles entered wearing his classic TNA gear and was introduced as the former Bullet Club leader, setting the tone for a contest steeped in history. The two exchanged reversals and tributes to past opponents, including nods to The Miz, Samoa Joe, Christopher Daniels, and Rusev. Cena’s tribute to the late Bray Wyatt with a Sister Abigail drew emotional applause from the Perth crowd. The finish — a Tombstone Piledriver followed by an Attitude Adjustment — served as a fitting conclusion to one of the defining rivalries of the modern WWE era.

4. Women’s Tag Team Match: Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky Defeat The Kabuki Warriors (Grade: B-)

Next up, Australia’s own Rhea Ripley teamed with Iyo Sky to face Asuka and Kairi Sane, collectively known as The Kabuki Warriors. The Perth crowd erupted when Ripley entered, delivering one of the loudest reactions of the night. The match featured strong pacing and emotional tension as Sane found herself torn between loyalty to Asuka and her history with Sky. After an intense closing sequence, Sane sacrificed herself to protect Asuka, taking the brunt of Ripley’s Riptide before Sky sealed the victory with an Over the Moonsault. The chemistry among all four competitors and Ripley’s homecoming energy elevated the bout into a standout moment of the night.

5. Men’s Crown Jewel Championship: Seth Rollins Defeats Cody Rhodes (Grade: B)

The main event featured World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins facing Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes in a long-awaited clash that centered on redemption. Rollins entered the match determined to overcome the one opponent who had consistently eluded him. Throughout the bout, Rollins mixed technical precision with reckless intensity, pulling out moves like a coast-to-coast headbutt, avalanche Spanish Fly, and Rock Bottom to wear down Rhodes. In a symbolic moment, Rollins hesitated to use a Rolex watch gifted by Rhodes during their alliance, before finally succumbing to desperation. He struck Rhodes with the watch, followed by consecutive Curb Stomps to secure the pinfall and the title. The win cemented Rollins as WWE’s top antagonist and provided long-awaited closure to his rivalry with Rhodes.

Overall Event Grade: B-

WWE Crown Jewel 2025 delivered a solid night of action with standout performances from Cena, Rollins, and Ripley. While the women’s title bout fell short of expectations and the opening street fight lacked intensity, the card’s emotional depth and strong storytelling ensured that the Perth event will be remembered as one of the more balanced and engaging international shows of the year.