Las Vegas recently had its biggest week this year in terms of wrestling, with all eyes set on WrestleMania 42. On April 18 and 19, the annual wrestling extravaganza brought reputable champions to Sin City, all of them competing for professional legacy and top-tier titles.

Despite the event being a two-day endeavor, fans supported the champions with pre-event wagers and live gambles. GGBet offered live odds for every match that occurred this weekend, which improved engagement. The event held plenty of surprises, as competitors successfully defended their titles or reached new popularity ranks.

What Was This Year’s WrestleMania Edition?

This year marked the 42nd edition of WrestleMania, a flagship WWE event where wrestlers go for the championship title. This year’s edition took place at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, bringing together the biggest stars.

The 42nd edition felt different from the others, as John Cena acted as the official host. Having retired from the full-time ring action in 2025, he returned as the storyteller for the event. This allowed the new generation of superstars to take the stage.

The Main Events that Define a Legacy

The 42nd edition of WrestleMania had a total of 13 matches, all of them culminating in superstars going for the title. Rising stars and legacy contenders opened the weekend, whereas the second evening climaxed with a long-awaited collision.

Highlights of the event included Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, along with Roman Reigns and CM Punk. Below are the highlights that stole the show, along with the stakes they were fighting for.

Night One Highlights

Night One was one of intense personal reckonings, as history and relationships reached a boiling point. Technical wrestling precision became the key as competitors wanted to prove themselves and settle the score. Evening highlights included the following:

Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton

The match between Rhodes and Orton was the most complex event of the first evening, building for more than 18 years. The two were originally allies, sharing a “mentor and protégé” connection. However, they ended up competing for the undisputed WWE Championship after years of rivalry.

Following the calculated betrayal laid out on Rhodes, this match was no longer a simple competition. Adding Pat McAfee to Orton’s corner created an extra layer of uncertainty that affected the momentum.

The match was war-like and intense, with both going after each other’s signature areas. This eventually ended with Cody hitting his Cross Rodes to secure a pinfall victory, securing the Undisputed WWE championship title.

Stephanie Vaquer vs. Liv Morgan

The match between Stephanie Vaquer and Liv Morgan was also highly anticipated, as both were vying for the Women’s World Champion title. Vaquer was the reigning title holder, which she had to protect this year at WrestleMania.

Vaquer had chances of holding onto the title due to her dominant personality, but Morgan’s resilience gave her a fair chance at winning.

However, after a six-minute clash where Vaquer used her “Devil’s Kiss” finisher move early, Morgan received the upper hand after going on the offense. Eventually, Morgan connected with a Jersey Codebreaker and an Oblivion, securing the title and taking Vaquer off her throne.

Seth Rollins vs. Gunther

The rivalry between the two contenders has already reached a notorious stage, after the two exchanged blows at the pre-WM melees. These multiple brawls outside official matches built up anticipation for this event, with the tension offering “match-of-the-night” potential.

This match was highly anticipated due to the two wrestlers’ different wrestling philosophies. Rollins was the charismatic veteran with the high-octane offense that aimed to cement his legacy by taking down a dominant force.

Gunther was the stoic “Ring General” who relied on methodical, punishing blows to take down his competition. Eventually, Gunter won the match through technical submission after executing numerous powerbombs during the match.

Night Two Highlights

While the first night focused on bouts from the past, the second was all about defining the future. The spectacle vibe was still there, but while April 18 had a “personal grudges and mentorship” theme, the second night was characterized by “iconic clashes and new frontiers”.

CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns 

The fight between CM Punk and Roman Reigns has been the source of whispers for a long time now, especially given their decade-long rivalry. The professional competition between the two was further reignited once Reigns challenged Punk after the Royal Rumble.

CM Punk is known for his strike-heavy approach to matches and the knee strikes that put his competition into submission. Reigns used a power offense and explosive bursts built on methodical control during every match.

Reigns was a favorite due to his dominant positioning, and he met expectations by defeating Punk by pinfall. Clocking in at more than half an hour, this was the longest match of the evening. It further shifted Reign’s momentum as he regained the World Heavyweight Championship title.

Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley

Cargill and Ripley are two contenders going against one another for the title of WWE Women’s Championship on the second evening. The two have already intersected before, with Cargill using her power and authority during matches while Ripley relied on relentless aggression.

These matches created a professional rivalry between the two, which culminated during WM42. Both women performed big power moves, but just as Cargill was trying to perform a One-Winged Angel move, Ripley reversed her momentum and gained advantage with her Riptide. After pinning Cargill, Ripley became the new champion.

Sami Zayn vs. Trick Williams

The match between Zayn and Williams was also a highly expected one on the roster, especially with Trick’s constant provocations of Zayn. The rivalry between the two escalated to the point where Zayn responded, leading to the title match at WW42.

Zayn is a veteran who generally relies on his stamina and improvisation skills to take down his enemy. Williams uses athletic power that mixes leaping strikes and charisma pacing. He had the momentum, and he used it to defeat Zayn, winning his first main-roster gold with his signature Trick Shot move.

WrestleMania 42 was a high-energy event that included everything, from personal vendettas to legacy matches. Many of the competitors retained their titles, but others surprised us by rising to the top. This left fans with more questions as to how the season will progress.