Former WWE Superstar Tommy Dreamer openly expressed his astonishment regarding the choice of the main event match for WWE’s recent Clash In Paris premium live event, held on August 31, 2025, at the Paris La Défense Arena. Dreamer had anticipated that a different showdown would headline the historic WWE event in the French capital[1][3].
WWE Clash In Paris 2025 marked a significant milestone as the company’s second pay-per-view and livestreaming event in France, and the very first in the Paris metropolitan area. The event featured top talent from both WWE’s Raw and SmackDown brands, delivering six matches that captivated fans worldwide. The official main event saw Seth Rollins successfully defend the Raw World Heavyweight Championship in a fatal four-way match against CM Punk, LA Knight, and Jey Uso, rather than the highly promoted John Cena versus Logan Paul bout many were anticipating to close the show[1][2][3][4].
Tommy Dreamer, a respected voice in professional wrestling and known for his candid commentary on current WWE happenings, shared his unexpected reaction during a recent podcast interview. According to sources familiar with the discussion, Dreamer believed the Cena-Logan Paul match would be positioned as the climax of the event due to Cena’s limited in-ring appearances and the mainstream attention Logan Paul generates. Dreamer’s surprise underscores the intrigue surrounding WWE’s strategic booking decisions for international premium live events[1][3].
The Clash in Paris card was a blend of established stars and rising talent:
- Seth Rollins retained the World Heavyweight Championship in a four-way match against CM Punk, Jey Uso, and LA Knight—the match positioned as the official main event[1][2][3].
- John Cena, appearing in what may be his final European PPV match before his retirement at the end of 2025, defeated Logan Paul in a hard-fought contest that opened doors for cross-over appeal and global audience engagement[1][3].
- Roman Reigns dominated Bronson Reed in the opening match, setting a high-energy tone for the event before the championship bouts[1][4].
- Becky Lynch defended her Women’s Intercontinental Championship in another highlight matchup, drawing additional attention to WWE’s women’s division on the occasion[3][4].
A WWE insider, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that the choice to keep Seth Rollins’s World Heavyweight Championship match as the main event aligned with WWE’s intent to emphasize ongoing major storylines tied closely to the promotion’s flagship title. This decision reflects WWE’s continued prioritization of its championship narratives over celebrity-driven bouts, even in international markets where star power can heavily influence viewership[2][5].
From a business perspective, the Clash in Paris event also represented a strategic step for WWE as it was the last main roster pay-per-view to air exclusively on Peacock in the United States. Starting in September 2025, WWE’s premium live events transitioned to ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer streaming platform, Wrestlepalooza, aiming to broaden digital reach and fan accessibility[1].
Fan reactions post-event showed a division between those who favored the traditional championship main event structure and those who hoped for the blockbuster Cena-Logan Paul match to close the evening with maximum fanfare. Social media buzz encapsulated this divide, with debates on match placement underscoring the complexity of balancing in-ring storytelling and celebrity appeal in major WWE events[3].
In summary, Tommy Dreamer’s surprise about the Clash In Paris main event choice highlights a compelling chapter in WWE’s booking philosophy during a pivotal year for the company. As WWE continues to expand globally, balancing legacy stars like Cena, emerging talents like LA Knight, and championship prestige remains key to shaping future premium live events.
Sources for this report include WWE.com’s official results, ESPN’s detailed event coverage, Fightful reports, and insider commentary from the wrestling media community[1][2][3][4][5].