Imagine a WWE superstar going an entire year without a single solo victory. That's exactly what happened to The Miz in 2025, marking a year that will likely go down as one of the most challenging in his career. According to match records from cagematch.net (https://www.cagematch.net/?id=2&nr=1590&page=4), the self-proclaimed 'A-Lister' failed to secure a single win in one-on-one competition across all televised and live events for the entire year. But here's where it gets even more intriguing: despite his struggles, The Miz wasn't just losing to the same old faces.
A Year of Unrelenting Defeats
The Miz's 2025 started on a sour note with a loss to Sami Zayn on Raw in January, and things only went downhill from there. After a brand switch to SmackDown later that month, his losing streak continued unabated. Throughout the year, he faced—and fell to—a diverse array of opponents, showcasing the depth of WWE's talent pool:
- Established Stars: Veterans like LA Knight and the Uso brothers, Jey and Jimmy, handed him defeats.
- Rising Talent: Up-and-comers such as NXT call-ups Jacob Fatu, Je’Von Evans, and Aleister Black added to his woes.
- House Shows: Even on the live event circuit, where stars often shine brighter, The Miz couldn't catch a break, losing to the likes of Joe Hendry and Carmelo Hayes.
And this is the part most people miss: The Miz wasn't completely absent from the winner's circle. He did taste victory—but only in tag team matches. In February, he formed an unlikely partnership with Carmelo Hayes, dubbed 'Melo Don’t Miz,' and scored wins against teams like The Motor City Machine Guns and Fraxiom. However, this alliance crumbled by the end of the year, leaving The Miz once again adrift in a sea of defeats.
2026: A New Year, Same Old Frustrations
The Miz's frustrations boiled over on the first SmackDown of 2026. Interrupting the commentary team, he aired his grievances about his treatment during John Cena’s retirement tour and boldly declared himself the new 'Face of WWE.' But here's where it gets controversial: was this a desperate cry for relevance, or a legitimate claim to a title he once held? Before the debate could even begin, Randy Orton made his return to SmackDown, cutting Miz's tirade short with a devastating RKO. The Miz was left lying in the center of the ring, a symbolic start to a year he hopes will be better than the last.
With a winless singles streak now spanning a full calendar year, The Miz faces an uphill battle to regain credibility with fans. But here’s the question: Can he turn things around in 2026, or is this the beginning of the end for the 'A-Lister'? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—do you think The Miz can reclaim his glory, or is his time in the spotlight fading?
