Summer is heating up in the world of professional wrestling, and the fallout from AEW Dynasty and WWE Backlash has set the stage for what promises to be a chaotic few months. Roman Reigns may still sit atop WWE, but the road ahead is about to get far more volatile. Meanwhile, AEW is riding high after the delightfully mad Fairway to Hell event—a "Collision" special hosted from SoFi Center's indoor golf course—and now WWE embarks on its European tour with major questions lingering for one world champion in particular.
How have these developments reshuffled our ongoing power rankings of the best pro-wrestlers on television right now? Let's break it down.
Kazuchika Okada and Konosuke Takeshita are set to reignite one of AEW's most electric rivalries at Double or Nothing. The last time these two collided at AEW World's End, they tore the house down in a match that fans are still talking about. Now, "The Rainmaker" puts his AEW International Championship on the line. Whether he leaves with the gold or not, you can bet the crowd will be on its feet by the final bell.
Over in WWE, the hottest upstart on the roster is now 4-for-4 at premium live events this year. His spirited title defense against Sami Zayn at Backlash added another highlight to an already stellar record. It's easy to see why the first-time U.S. champion has the "SmackDown" crowds eating out of his hands—especially when they're bopping along to that catchy entrance song. Plus, having Lil Yachty as a celebrity sidekick certainly doesn't hurt with TKO management.
Speaking of comebacks, "The Visionary" Seth Rollins looked nothing like a man recovering from injury at Backlash. Despite taking a brutal beating from Gunther at WrestleMania and dealing with a shoulder issue, Rollins moved with the same fire and precision that made him a world champion. He may not have gotten revenge on Bron Breakker this time, but he looked mighty fine in the ring. And let's not forget that brief, tension-filled exchange with Roman Reigns—a moment that could signal bigger things to come.
After a few months recovering from hernia surgery, wrestling's most fearsome nepo baby is back and ready to make an impact. The summer season is just beginning, and with stars like these leading the charge, fans are in for a wild ride.