Tag: WrestleMania

WrestleMania: Penta Retains Intercontinental Championship

The final match on the ESPN portion of WrestleMania 42 Night 2 was a Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship between Penta, Rey Mysterio, JD McDonagh, Rusev, Dragon Lee and Je’Von Evans.

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This match was exactly what you’d expect it to be, chaos. From broken ladders to broken bodies, these six men destroyed each other. And Penta literally destroyer’d JD into a ladder and it was disgusting!

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After everybody took an insane fall, it was Je’Von who took out Rusev with a OG Cutter from a-top the ladder. Then, Penta capitalized and hit a Destoryer on Evans, clearing his path and capturing the championship.

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Penta retains his gold and stands tall at WrestleMania 42.

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April 19, 2026
WrestleMania: Brock Lesnar Retires From WWE Following Loss

Brock Lesnar is no longer an active member of the WWE roster, as he has retired at WrestleMania 42 following his opening match loss to Oba Femi.

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Brock Lesnar versus Oba Femi kicked off WrestleMania Night 2 on ESPN. In what was a fun sprint match, Oba Femi ultimately picked up the victory. But, the aftermath is what surprised all, when an emotional Brock Lesnar took his gloves and boots off, placing them in the center of the ring and signifying his retirement. Brock waved to the crowd, hugged Paul Heyman, and then celebrated with the fans while going up the ramp.

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For Brock, this is the end of a career that started on March 18, 2002 when he debuted in WWE on Monday Night Raw. Brock was in a class at OVW with the likes of John Cena, Batista and Shelton Benjamin. Now, all except the latter are gone.

In his career, Brock Lesnar became a 10-time world champion in WWE and has had huge moments, such as ending the Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak. Now, it’s all over. You can see highlights to Brock’s last match here.

April 19, 2026
WrestleMania: Oba Femi Crushes Brock Lesnar

Oba Femi versus Brock Lesnar kicked off night two of WrestleMania 42 and the anticipation was at an all-time high. Both of these beasts stood toe-to-toe and the crowd was loving it.

The match kicked off with a simple collar and elbow tie-up, but it came to a stalemate and both men backed off. Then, Brock ran at Oba and couldn’t take him down, that’s when he realized this was going to be a tough night.

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This match did not last long, Brock hit Oba with a couple suplex’s, threw him into the ring post, but Oba took it all with ease.

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In the end, Brock Lesnar hit Oba Femi with an F-5, and he popped right back up, hit a Chokeslam, followed by a Fall From Grace, and won. Beat Brock Lesnar definitively with one giant power bomb!

After the match, Brock Lesnar took off his gloves and boots and placed them in the center of the ring, retiring. Truly the end of an era.

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April 19, 2026
10 Things to Know About Paige’s WWE Career
Following her return to the company, Paige has quickly reestablished herself as a major presence. After Nikki Bella was not medically cleared to compete, Paige stepped in to team with Brie Bella, capturing the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship and securing her first title win in approximately eight years.

The victory also marked her long-awaited return to WrestleMania, her first appearance on the grand stage since competing at WrestleMania 30, adding another milestone to her accomplished WWE career.

Paige Returns To WWE

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With that in mind, here’s a look at some of the most notable accomplishments that have defined her legacy:
- First NXT Women’s Champion: In 2013, at just 20 years old, Paige defeated Emma in the finals of a tournament to become the inaugural NXT Women’s Champion, setting a new standard for the division. Many believe this match helped spark what would later be known as the “Women’s Revolution.”
- Historic main roster debut: On April 7, 2014, the night after WrestleMania XXX, she debuted on Raw and defeated AJ Lee to win the Divas Championship in her very first appearance.
- Youngest Divas Champion in history: By winning the title at age 21, she set a record that still stands today.
- Double champion: She remains the only woman to have held both the Divas Championship and the NXT Women’s Championship at the same time.
- Key figure in the Women’s Revolution: Paige played a significant role in the transition from the “Divas” era to the modern women’s division, as part of Team PCB alongside Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch.
- Two-time Divas Champion: In addition to her debut win, she regained the title months later at SummerSlam 2014, solidifying her position as a top star in the division.
- Film inspiration: Her life and career were portrayed in the film Fighting with My Family, produced by Dwayne Johnson and starring Florence Pugh.
- First champion born in the 1990s: Paige became the first wrestler of her generation to win a major title in the company.
- SmackDown General Manager: After her in-ring retirement in 2018 due to medical reasons, she transitioned into an authority role as General Manager of SmackDown,
  earning strong fan support.
- “Anti-Diva” pioneer: She broke away from traditional beauty standards of the era with her gothic look and aggressive in-ring style, paving the way for future generations.
April 19, 2026
WrestleMania 42 Night 2 Preview and Predictions: Full Match Picks

WrestleMania 42 wraps up Sunday, April 19, with a loaded Night 2 card that will shape WWE’s direction moving forward. The show is headlined by Roman Reigns challenging CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship. Several other title matches and key matchups round out the night.

Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi

This is one of the most intriguing matches on the card. Oba Femi has momentum, but WWE often takes a cautious approach with rising stars. Brock Lesnar winning keeps him strong for future programs, and I don’t think he loses until his retirement match. To clarify, these predictions are not what I would do, but how I see WWE working.

Winner: Brock Lesnar

Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match

Penta defends against Rusev, Dragon Lee, Rey Mysterio, Je’Von Evans and JD McDonagh. The match lacks a strong story, but the field suggests a showcase. Rey Mysterio stands out as a potential surprise winner in a moment-driven match.

Winner: Rey Mysterio

United States Championship Match

Sami Zayn defends against Trick Williams. A character shift appears likely, with Zayn leaning heel and Williams gaining momentum as a fan favorite. Williams feels positioned for a breakout moment.

Winner: Trick Williams

Finn Balor vs. Dominik Mysterio

The long running Judgment Day story has cooled, but Balor bringing back his Demon persona signals a decisive outcome. Dominik Mysterio remains effective regardless of results.

Winner: Finn Balor

WWE Women’s Championship Match

Jade Cargill defends against Rhea Ripley. With uncertainty around Bianca Belair’s status due to being pregnant, Cargill retaining keeps options open for a future title change tied to Belair’s return. But that seems like a long time from now. I think changes plans.

Winner: Rhea Ripley

World Heavyweight Championship Match

CM Punk defends against Roman Reigns in the main event. Reigns regaining the title creates fresh storyline paths and potential rivalries. Punk’s direction may shift following a loss.

Winner: Roman Reigns

Final Thoughts

WrestleMania 42 Night 2 looks set to deliver defining moments, with title changes, breakout performances and major storyline shifts all on the table. By the end of the night, WWE should have a clearer picture of its next era (another one?), with new stars rising and familiar names continuing to shape the main event scene.

Stay tuned to BodySlam.Net for all post WrestleMania 42 news and results!

April 19, 2026
The Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition

Night 1 of Wrestlemania is in the books and.. is it me or did it seem short? Just me? I don’t know. Maybe you have a different opinion than me. Welcome to the Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition. Where I give my thoughts and opinions and you either agree or disagree. Let’s get into it!

As I stated above this show felt very short and very rushed. Little wrestling and more commercials than anything. The matches were okay and very up and down. So let’s break it down.

The show started with a pop, the host of Wrestlemania John Cena. Now when this was announced I was intrigued and excited. I’ve always been a big fan of John Cena. But it felt. Odd. I hope he is able to do more on night 2 because I mean come on.. it’s Cena.

Then, it’s the first match of the night. The 6 man tag team match between The Uso’s and LA Knight (yeah) VS Logan Paul, Austin Theory, and…. Speed. Now I will say. I was somewhat pleased with Speed’s performance. I’m interested to see what he does further. Especially with a possible program with Logan Paul after Paul attacked Speed. Overall I was very happy with LA Knight getting the win for his team. Rating: 7/10

Then we had Jacob Fatu VS Drew McIntyre. This match was chaos. I was happy with it but not much to say. Rating: 8/10

Next we had the Women’s Tag Team Championship Fatal 4 Way with the return of Paige. I’ll be honest. I just didn’t feel it. It was okay. My favorite part was Paige returning. However them winning the titles? I disagree with. I believe it should’ve been Bayley and Lyra. Rating: 4/10

Next we had Becky VS AJ for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. Part of me wanted so much more from this match. It was cool. Sure, but their Elimination Chamber match was way better than what this was. However, I believe the result was the right call. Rating: 6/10

Up next we had my personal match of the night. Rollins VS Gunther. This match was everything I expected it to be. Even with hardly any story, it was match of the night material, possibly match of the weekend. The beginning portion was great and the ending was great as well. I wish it would’ve been a clean finish, but when you throw in Breakker it only makes sense. Gunther winning was the right call to save his character and value. I look forward to what’s next for the both of these guys. Rating: 9/10

Vaquer VS Liv… I wanted so much more. The build was good, everything about this screamed potential main event. Ultimately, this match should’ve been in the middle. Liv’s entrance? Scared me. Corey Graves learning her dance? Even scarier. This match had so much potential but was such a let down. Liv winning was a great choice though. I just hope Vaquer doesn’t get lost in the shuffle now. Rating: 6/10

Very happy for Bianca and Montez!

The main event, I was looking forward to this match. Cody’s entrance in my opinion was entrance of the night. Everything about it was perfect. It told the story of who he is. Jelly Roll putting Pat through a table made me laugh out loud. But I had more questions than answers coming out of this match. Why did Randy RKO Pat? Did Cody tease a heel turn with the low blow? Is Orton actually hurt? If this was their plan.. then congrats! You’ve done it for me. Overall I thought this match was great until Pat came back out. This was up there with the Jacob and Drew fight for me. Rating: 8/10

Overall, night 1 of Wrestlemania felt very very rushed and didn’t feel like Wrestlemania. I felt like I was watching a overhyped normal PPV. Maybe they did this to make night 2 look better? I sure hope that’s the case. If I was WWE I would look at the comments on social media and figure out how to fix night 2. Because they have less than 19 hours to fix it. Overall rating: 6/10

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April 19, 2026
Liv Morgan And Stephanie Vaquer: A 30-Minute Build
WrestleMania Night 1 is in the books, and the rivalry between Liv Morgan and Stephanie Vaquer has officially reached its conclusion.

Liv Morgan Versus Stephanie Vaquer

In a match that lasted 6 minutes and 50 seconds, Liv Morgan defeated Stephanie Vaquer to become the new Women’s Champion. While the bout delivered in terms of in-ring quality, its limited duration left much to be desired, with the closing moments lacking the impact expected on a stage like WrestleMania. Given the talent involved, the match could have benefited from an additional 5 to 7 minutes to fully develop its pacing and emotional payoff.

However, the issue extends beyond the match itself—it reflects the overall structure of the feud.

Since their first major confrontation on the February 23 episode of WWE Raw, the rivalry accumulated just 23 minutes and 47 seconds of total television time prior to WrestleMania. This includes promos, vignette packages, backstage segments, and physical altercations. When factoring in the WrestleMania match, the entire program totaled approximately 30 minutes and 37 seconds.

For a feud culminating on WWE’s biggest stage, that level of exposure is notably limited. The lack of sustained weekly development restricted the opportunity to fully showcase Vaquer’s in-ring ability and the charisma that Liv Morgan consistently brings to her character work.

WWE Raw – Liv Morgan vs. Stephanie Vaquer Timeline (Post-Royal Rumble 2026)

February 16, 2026
- Sit-down interview with Michael Cole (Liv Morgan) – 3:00
February 23, 2026
- Liv Morgan chooses Vaquer as her WrestleMania opponent – 3:00
March 2, 2026
- Liv Morgan vignette promo – 2:00
March 9, 2026
- Raquel Rodriguez gauntlet match (Liv as manager) – 0:37 (timeline only counts the time Vaquer and Liv brawl outside and not the duration of the match)
March 16, 2026
- Raquel Rodriguez vs. Stephanie Vaquer (with Liv as manager) – 7:00
- Iyo Sky interferes, attacks Liv
March 23, 2026
- Vaquer attacks Liv during entrance (manager role for Dominik Mysterio match) – 0:55
March 30, 2026
- Liv Morgan in-ring promo – 4:00
- Roxanne Perez returns, makes the save
April 6, 2026
- Vaquer vignette promo – 1:30
- Backstage: Vaquer attacks Liv – 0:15
April 13, 2026
- In-ring interview (Vaquer) – 1:30
- Liv attacks → brawl
Despite the abbreviated build, the match served as a milestone moment for Liv Morgan, who walks away as champion. BodySlam.net congratulates Morgan on her victory and title win.

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April 18, 2026
WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 Results – April 18, 2026

On April 18, 2026 WWE aired the 1st night of the 42nd annual WrestleMania live in Las Vegas Nevada inside Allegiant Stadium & can watch it on ESPN (United States) & Netflix (Everywhere else).

6 Man Tag Team Match
The Usos (Jimmy & Jey) & LA Knight defeated World Tag Team Champions The Vision (Austin Theory & Logan Paul) & IShowSpeed via BFT on Theory (7:08)

Unsanctioned Match
Jacob Fatu defeated Drew McIntyre via Mighty Moonsault (14:09)

Women’s Tag Team Titles Fatal 4 Way Match
Brie Bella & Paige defeated Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss, Lyra Valkyria & Bayley & The Irresistible Forces (Lash Legend & Nia Jax) (c) via RamPaige on Bliss (8:33) (NEW CHAMPIONS!!!!)

Women’s Intercontinental Title Match
Becky Lynch defeated AJ Lee (c) via Manhandle Slam (8:15) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!)

Gunther defeated Seth Rollins via Sleeper Hold (17:52) (Recommend)

Women’s World Title Match
2026 Women’s Royal Rumble Winner Liv Morgan defeated Stephanie Vaquer (c) via ObLIVion (9:00) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!)

Undisputed WWE Title Match
Cody Rhodes (c) defeated Randy Orton via Cross Rhodes (STILL CHAMPION!!!!)

April 18, 2026
WrestleMania: Cody Rhodes Retains, Randy Orton Stands Tall

WrestleMania Night 1 ended with Cody Rhodes defending the WWE Undisputed Championship against Randy Orton. And of course, this got out of control before the match even began.

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Cody Rhodes was attacked during the match announcements when Pat McAfee hit him in the head with the microphone. Orton then pounced on the attack. But, Cody fought back. Cody then beat Pat McAfee up and took him to the outside. Jelly Roll then showed up from the crowd, and put Pat through the announcers table.

After Pat was taken out on a stretcher, the bell rang and the match actually began. Randy Orton was busted open early on, and then things just kept getting crazier. Both men traded each others finishers, Orton then RKO’d the referee, and Pat McAfee made his way back down with a referee shirt on and a neck brace.

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When Randy couldn’t get the match done, he RKO’d Pat, but then walked right into a cross-Rhodes and Cody Rhodes picks up the win. After the match, Randy Orton hit Cody with the WWE Championship, and then punted him. Orton stood tall over Cody to end the show.

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April 18, 2026
WrestleMania: Bianca Belair Returns, Announces Pregnancy

Bianca Belair has been out with a finger injury that occurred following WrestleMania last year. Now, the EST of WWE will be out a little longer, but it isn’t due to injury.

Bianca Belair made a surprise return at WrestleMania 42 night 1 and announced that we couldn’t have WrestleMania without the EST! But, she didn’t come alone. Bianca Belair took her jacket off and revealed that she’s pregnant! John Cena, who was also in the ring to announce the attendance, embraced her and gave her congratulations.

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Congratulations to Bianca BelAir and her husband, Montez Ford! Now, that’s a WrestleMania moment!

April 18, 2026