Wrestlemania 42: everything about the winners, returns, and surprises

Wrestlemania 42 is finally here, taking place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 18 and 19, 2026. This two-day event promises to be a spectacular showcase featuring some of the biggest names in WWE, such as Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton. In this article, we’ll cover all the details, matchups, and highlights from Wrestlemania 42.

Key facts

• Wrestlemania 42 takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

• The event is being held on April 18 and 19, 2026.

• Headliners include Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton.

• The return of The Demon and John Cena serving as host are among the biggest highlights.

• A major matchup to watch is the heavyweight clash between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar.

Match lineup

The matches are split across two nights. Here’s a look at what to expect:

Night One – Saturday, April 18

• Six-man tag team match: Logan Paul, Austin Theory & IShowSpeed vs. The Usos & LA Knight

• Unsanctioned match: Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre

• WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Fatal 4-Way match: Nia Jax & Lash Legend (c) vs. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs. Bayley & Lyra Valkyria vs. The Bella Twins

• Women’s Intercontinental Championship match: AJ Lee (c) vs. Becky Lynch

• Seth Rollins vs. Gunther

• Women’s World Championship match: Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Liv Morgan

• Undisputed WWE Championship match: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Randy Orton (with Pat McAfee)

Night Two – Sunday, April 19

• Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar

• Intercontinental Championship ladder match: Penta (c) vs. Je’Von Evans vs. Dragon Lee vs. JD McDonagh vs. Rusev vs. Rey Mysterio

• United States Championship match: Sami Zayn (c) vs. Trick Williams

• The Demon Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio

• WWE Women’s Championship match: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Rhea Ripley

• World Heavyweight Championship match: CM Punk (c) vs. Roman Reigns

Surprises and returns

This year’s Wrestlemania already has a few surprises in store. The return of The Demon, known for his theatrical entrances, adds extra excitement. Meanwhile, John Cena will take on hosting duties, sparking speculation about what he might announce or have planned for the fans. It’s no surprise that these iconic figures are expected to keep the crowd guessing, just as Oba Femi’s match against Brock Lesnar is sure to be one of the weekend’s biggest highlights.

With so many exciting matches and unexpected twists, Wrestlemania 42 is shaping up to be a memorable event for both fans and competitors. Stay tuned for the latest updates and results from this unprecedented spectacle.