Psyko’s WWE Clash in Paris 2025 review

So let’s start by saying, the Paris crowd was on fire yesterday. I have to admit, while I love the England crowd, nothing beats the French fans. If I were WWE, I would continue coming back with a big show in France every year, because those fans make the show better.

Before I start the review, I want to go back to SmackDown and talk about Sami Zayn winning the U.S. title. Honestly, I didn’t think they would pull the trigger that quickly and give him the title at the start of his feud. But to me, that shows this win is just a small piece of a bigger puzzle. I think Zayn will get the rocket strapped to his back in 2026 and become either World or WWE Champion at WrestleMania next year.

Now let’s talk about the PLE itself. Right off the bat, I have to say WWE once again proved they are masters at taking what looks on paper like a weak card and turning it into an epic event. Every match delivered better than expected. They showed that you can build almost a 4-hour show with only six matches and not have to resort to constant violence or gymnastic routines to have great matches. Sometimes, just doing the basics and booking in an old-school style works perfectly—especially with a crowd as hot as last night’s.

1. Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed

This is how you create a top star, in my opinion. Reigns had one goal last night: make Reed look like a monster. For nearly half an hour, that’s exactly what he did. He let Reed beat him from pillar to post, and even though Reed lost, he looked great in defeat. The beatdown at the end made Reed and Breakker look like unstoppable monsters. I feel like this will lead to Reigns returning in time for Survivor Series and facing The Vision in a WarGames match.

Winner: Roman Reigns
Rating: 4/5

2. The Street Profits vs. The Wyatt Sicks (Tag Titles)

While this was booked as more of a buffer match, both teams delivered a really strong showing. I liked how they teased a split for the Profits at the beginning. The match was back and forth and showed that the Wyatts can be beaten in a straight 2-on-2 situation. In the end, it took the entire Wyatt faction to beat the Profits, which actually made the Profits look strong in defeat.

Winners: The Wyatt Sicks (still champions)
Rating: 3/5

3. Becky Lynch vs. Nikki Bella (Women’s IC Title)

You could tell this was a last-minute addition to the card due to Naomi’s situation. Both women were slower than usual, and at times it looked like they were trying to remember spots, especially Nikki, who seemed off compared to her recent performances. Still, it wasn’t a bad match, and the ending was right. Becky needs to look dominant as champion—especially considering what happened at the end of the show—so having her retain made sense.

Winner: Becky Lynch (still champion)
Rating: 2.5/5

4. Sheamus vs. Rusev (Donnybrook Match)

This was a good old-fashioned fight and one of the best matches of the night. These two told a fantastic story while beating the living hell out of each other, showing you don’t need blood or overly violent spots to entertain. Just two tough guys going to war was enough. The highlight came when Rusev hit Sheamus so hard with the shillelagh that it broke in half, and even then he needed the broken weapon to lock in the Accolade for the win.

Winner: Rusev
Rating: 5/5

5. John Cena vs. Logan Paul

Cena is a master of in-ring storytelling, and this match was another example of that. On paper, it looked like a simple stop on Cena’s retirement tour, but he went out of his way to make Logan Paul look like a star.

The story was clear: Paul wanted to prove he belongs in WWE, and Cena wanted to show he still has it. The back-and-forth was fantastic, with both hitting their best shots. The finish, with Cena barely surviving and picking up the win, accomplished two things: it showcased Paul as a legitimate star while keeping Cena strong for his next match.

Winner: John Cena
Rating: 5/5

6. Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk vs. LA Knight vs. Jey Uso (World Title)

All four men came ready to deliver, and the match was strong from start to finish. Even though the main focus was Rollins vs. Punk, Knight and Uso came out looking stronger as well.

The finish was excellent storytelling. It looked like Punk finally had Rollins beat and was about to reclaim the title—but Rollins had a backup plan. Becky Lynch interfered with a low blow to Punk, allowing Rollins to retain. This officially confirmed Becky’s alignment with The Vision and fueled speculation about AJ Lee possibly returning, which will have fans buzzing for Raw.

Winner: Seth Rollins (still champion)
Rating: 5/5

Conclusion

What looked like a weak card on paper turned into one of the best shows of the year. The fans were a huge part of that success, but WWE also showed that with old-school booking and great storytelling, you can create a fantastic PPV without relying on shock value.

On a side note, I find it funny how AEW bragged about beating WWE’s record at the O2 Arena last weekend, only for WWE to boast about breaking the gate record in France. It’s petty on both sides, but it shows how competitive the companies are. In the end, the fans win—whether you’re a WWE fan, an AEW fan, or both—because each promotion will keep putting on their best shows, which is all we could ever ask for.