Money in the Bank 2025 is right around the corner with some intense and breathtaking matches lined up for the professional wrestling community. This will be the second time that the pay-per-view will be held without Vince McMahon, whose constant presence has been a guiding light for the WWE over the years.
This year’s event promises intense showdowns and the climax of major rivalries, potentially shaping the direction of key storylines and laying the groundwork for future conflicts throughout the year. As the WWE Universe anticipates several high-stakes matches, revisiting past iconic moments highlights why Money in the Bank gained such prominence under Vince McMahon’s leadership.
Intense build-ups in major storylines ahead of Money in the Bank 2025
A major development before this year’s marquee event is the announcement of John Cena’s retirement tour. After scripting history at WrestleMania 41 and becoming the 17-time World Champion by defeating Cody Rhodes, Cena emerged victorious against Randy Orton at Backlash 2025 and R-Truth at Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Moreover, Cena has vowed to ruin wrestling for the fans and retire as the last real champion. However, more than that, he wanted to ensure that Logan Paul becomes the World Heavyweight Champion against Jey Uso at the previous pay-per-view event. But his plans were spoiled by the return of Cody Rhodes.
The American Nightmare unleashed an attack on Cena, intervening in the title match between Paul and Uso, and afterwards announcing his intention for tag-team action alongside Uso against the joint forces of Cena and Paul at Money in the Bank.
Meanwhile, there has been a heated altercation between Seth Rollins plus his associates and CM Punk’s resistance group, with Sami Zayn in it. Both sides hate one another and have exchanged heated invectives. However, a representative of both factions will clash at the consequential event.
CM Punk will possibly face his nemesis from Saturday Night’s Main Event and the latest entry into the Rollins group, Bronson Reed, with high chances of something more than a singles match about to happen.
Other than these, apart from the traditional ladder matches, the Men’s Intercontinental title will be on the line with Dominik Mysterio lining up against his fellow Judgement Day ally Finn Balor. Lyra Valkyria and Becky Lynch will face each other for the Women’s Intercontinental title.
In light of these matches, a look into the past will establish the consequentiality of these high-octane moments in the future. Here are the 5 best Money in the Bank matches from the past
5. Money in the Bank 2011 Traditional ladder match
There was a lot of talent and mayhem in the 2011 SmackDown Money in the Bank Ladder Match. The match, which featured Daniel Bryan, Wade Barrett, Cody Rhodes, Sheamus, Sin Cara, Justin Gabriel, Heath Slater, and Kane, was filled with intense moments.
One of the most vicious scenes was when Sheamus removed Sin Cara from the match by powerbombing him through a ladder. Ultimately, Daniel Bryan ascended to the top and won the briefcase in what would turn out to be a pivotal moment in his career. His path to WWE superstardom was sparked by his eventual cash-in on Big Show.
4. Money in the Bank 2014 Traditional Ladder match
After a tumultuous and intense battle, Seth Rollins emerged victorious with the briefcase in the 2014 Money in the Bank Ladder Match, thanks to a timely assist from Kane. The real story was what happened after the interference helped Rollins win.
Holding the briefcase set him on a path to create one of the most unforgettable WrestleMania moments in history: the surprise cash-in at WrestleMania 31. Interrupting the main event between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, Rollins turned it into a triple threat and walked out as WWE Champion in what fans now call “The Heist of the Century.”
3. CM Punk vs John Cena; Money in the Bank 2011
CM Punk took the battle to John Cena for the WWE title in 2011. The stakes were extremely high, the Chicago crowd was electrifying in support of their hometown hero.
After a hard-fought, emotional match, Punk pulled off the unthinkable; he pinned Cena, grabbed the title, and slipped out through the crowd, blowing a kiss to Vince McMahon on his way out. It wasn’t just a win; it was a statement. That moment instantly became one of the most unforgettable in wrestling history.
2. John Cena vs AJ Styles; Money in the Bank 2016
AJ Styles vs. John Cena was the match of fans’ dreams at Money in the Bank 2016. When these two legends finally faced off, it lived up to the hype that had been building for years.
Both men were pushing each other to the limit during the fast-paced, high-stakes match. The biggest surprise, though, was when Cena convincingly defeated AJ Styles. It was a statement victory—no controversy, no meddling. Styles not only defeated one of WWE’s biggest stars that evening, but he also demonstrated that he was one of them.
1. Roman Reigns vs Edge; Money in the Bank 2021
At Money in the Bank 2021, Roman Reigns and Edge delivered a brutal, hard-fought match that had fans on the edge of their seats. Both men brought everything they had, Reigns with his raw power and confidence, Edge with his heart and determination.
Reigns maintained his dominance over the veteran wrestler despite Edge’s amazing fortitude and near-falls. The crowd was completely engrossed in the match from beginning to end. The contest felt like a real battle for control between two emphatic in-ring performers. Everyone was reminded why these two are at the top of their game during the unforgettable altercation.
Before the Money in the Bank 2025 event kicks off, who will you be rooting for among the contenders who will be participating in the mega event? Let us know in the comments section below.
Money in the Bank 2025 will be streaming live on Peacock in the United States and on Netflix everywhere else.
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