Philadelphia, 25 September - WrestleMania, the most anticipated event of the year for WWE fans, is just around the corner. Fans are already excited about the rumored lineup, which is expected to deliver an incredible spectacle for the world of wrestling!
Twists are already beaming up with WrestleMania XL being the first WrestleMania in which WWE is not owned and controlled by the McMahon family, following Endeavor's purchase of WWE. Looking back at the ticket sales, it went on sale on August 18, 2023, and sold over 90K tickets on the first day for both nights combined, breaking into WWE's record, set by the prior year's WrestleMania.
WrestleMania 39 was one of the greatest spectacles, WWE Universe ever witnessed with a record-breaking star-studded show. This year, Triple H and the creative team will attempt to bring the best ever.
Let's check out the top 5 matches:
#1. Undisputed WWE Universal Championship: Roman Reigns vs. The Rock
For quite some time now, WWE has had plans to stage this match at the biggest event in their calendar, but those plans haven't materialized yet. Last year, there were strong rumors about this match happening at the show, but it ultimately didn't happen. This year, there's a significant likelihood that we'll finally witness The Rock taking on Reigns in the main event of WrestleMania.
The Rock did make a return on the September 15 episode of SmackDown, but there was only a hint of a match against Roman Reigns. However, the Hollywood star recently appeared on the Pat McAfee show and mentioned that he's open to facing the current WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania XL.
#2. World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes
If The Rock doesn't return for the main event of the Grandest Stage of them All, Cody Rhodes is the top pick to face Roman Reigns at the event. However, I firmly believe that The Rock vs. Roman Reigns will definitely happen this year. So, in the event of The Rock's return to the main event at the Grandest Stage of them All, Rhodes will require a formidable opponent, and there's no better choice than Seth Rollins for the WWE Heavyweight Championship.
Their first encounter occurred at WrestleMania 38. On the first night of the event, on April 2, Cody Rhodes made a surprise return and defeated Rollins. Then, at WrestleMania Backlash on May 8, Rollins suffered another loss to Rhodes. The subsequent week, Rhodes challenged Rollins to a Hell in a Cell match, which Rollins accepted. This bout took place on June 5, and Rollins lost to Rhodes for the third time.
Cody has managed to maintain his connection with the audience and remains popular. Therefore, a match between Cody and Seth Rollins would be a highly anticipated event.
#3. Women's World Championship Match: Rhea Ripley vs. Becky Lynch
Becky Lynch is the top choice as an opponent for Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 40. The idea has always been under consideration but has been on hold for various reasons. This would be a significant match because it's been a long time since their last encounter, and Ripley has grown into a bigger star since then.
Lynch has recently concluded a feud with Trish Stratus, so now it seems like a good time for her to set her sights on Ripley's championship at the event.
#4. WWE Intercontinental Championship Title Match: Brock Lesnar vs. Gunther(c)
Gunther has always dreamed of facing Brock Lesnar, and it seems that their match is finally set for the biggest event of the year. There were rumors that this match might have happened at WrestleMania 39, but it got canceled, and instead, Brock Lesnar faced Omos.
Since winning the Intercontinental Title, Gunther has risen to become one of the top stars on the WWE roster. Brock Lesnar is currently not wrestling after losing to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam, but he is confirmed for WrestleMania 40.
A match between them could steal the show at the Grandest Stage of them All.
#5. Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre
Randy Orton has returned to the WWE Performance Center. There were rumors about his comeback earlier, but in early August, he was not yet cleared for in-ring training. In May 2022, Orton injured his back and had to undergo fusion surgery.
Now that Orton is back at the WWE Performance Center, there's a possibility that WWE might arrange a match between him and Drew McIntyre.
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