Jelly Roll Loses WWE Debut at SummerSlam 2025

Country star Jelly Roll made his in-ring WWE debut at SummerSlam 2025, teaming with Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre, but their team lost after Jelly Roll was sent through the announcer’s table by Paul. The event was hosted by Cardi B and highlighted months of Jelly Roll’s preparation, which included losing over 200 pounds and overcoming a pinky finger injury sustained early in training. Jelly Roll emphasized the physical demands of wrestling and rejected claims that the sport is fake, earning praise from fans and fellow wrestlers for his commitment. Orton and others noted Jelly Roll’s positive backstage influence and hard work. The match sparked further discussion about celebrity involvement in wrestling, with Jelly Roll stating he aimed to contribute rather than displace existing talent. Speculation continues about a potential long-term partnership between Jelly Roll and WWE.