In the lead-up to SummerSlam, the July 22 edition of Monday Night Raw showcased several key developments in the WWE universe. The highly anticipated match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre was officially announced, with the twist that Seth Rollins would serve as the special guest referee. Additionally, tensions between Damian Priest and Gunther escalated, Rhea Ripley made a choice that left Liv Morgan devastated, and Bron Breakker earned another shot at the Intercontinental Championship.

While Seth Rollins is widely regarded as one of WWE's top performers, he once again finds himself in a supporting role at SummerSlam. Despite his impressive character work, this year has been somewhat underwhelming for Rollins. Although he is currently healthy and cleared to compete, he will only be serving as a referee in the CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre match. Many fans argue that Rollins' talents are being wasted in such a capacity, especially considering the match does not necessarily require his involvement.

Damian Priest and Gunther have been steadily building their rivalry, and their feud has gained momentum in recent weeks. Their confrontations have escalated to physical brawls, and both men have demonstrated their dedication to selling the intensity of their conflict. Priest, in particular, has elevated his performance, shining as the determined underdog babyface. While matches like CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre and Rhea Ripley vs. Liv Morgan may have garnered more attention with longer build-ups, the Priest vs. Gunther feud has managed to generate considerable excitement for their clash at SummerSlam.

However, despite the success of certain storylines, the WWE Women's Division appears to be lacking depth beyond the highly anticipated bout between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley. While their match has captured the attention of fans, other female wrestlers in the division seem to struggle to find meaningful storylines. With the absence of big names like Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria, the division appears to be lacking star power. While there is no shortage of talent, the current roster is in need of more credible championship contenders to invigorate the division and tell more memorable stories.

On a different note, Bron Breakker suffered a shocking defeat to Sami Zayn at Money in the Bank, but the stage is set for a redemption story at SummerSlam. Breakker's impressive performances since his main roster arrival have secured him a rematch for the Intercontinental Championship. With his current momentum, it seems highly likely that Breakker will emerge victorious and begin an imposing reign as the Intercontinental champion.

It is important to note that Sami Zayn has been performing exceptionally well and deserves recognition for his achievements. However, a victory for Breakker would establish him as a dominant force in WWE and potentially propel Zayn towards a pursuit of the world title in the near future.

As SummerSlam approaches, WWE continues to build on its key storylines, even as some prominent figures like Seth Rollins take a backseat. The success of the Damian Priest vs. Gunther feud highlights the importance of compelling rivalries, while the women's division calls for greater depth and more opportunities for its talented wrestlers. With Bron Breakker poised for a potential championship win, all eyes are on SummerSlam as it promises to deliver excitement and surprise in abundance.