WrestleMania 42 is just hours away, following one of the strangest roads to the event in recent memory. Baffling creative decisions have left fans scratching their heads, particularly the insertion of Pat McAfee into the Night 1 main event between Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed Title. Despite this, the match remains a fascinating encounter, while Night 2’s World Heavyweight Championship bout between Roman Reigns and CM Punk is highly anticipated.
A simulation using WWE 2K26’s Universe Mode has predicted several shocking results. The opening match saw streamer IShowSpeed spear LA Knight, helping The Vision win a six-man tag match. Logan Paul pinned Knight for the victory. In an unsanctioned showdown, Drew McIntyre defeated Jacob Fatu despite his upcoming film schedule. Seth Rollins beat Gunther in a surprisingly dull singles match, and Brock Lesnar, aided by Paul Heyman, defeated Oba Femi.
Night 2 brought more surprises: Sami Zayn retained the United States Championship against Trick Williams, despite fan sentiment favouring a title change for the surging Williams. AJ Lee lost the Intercontinental Championship to Becky Lynch, who withstood three GTSs and a Black Widow submission to win with a Manhandle Slam. Liv Morgan won the Women’s World Title in a brutal feud with Stephanie Vaquer, while The Irresistible Forces retained the Women’s Tag Titles in a chaotic four-way match.
Finn Balor’s ‘Demon’ persona made a triumphant return against Dominik Mysterio. In a stunning ladder match for the Intercontinental Title, Rey Mysterio shocked five opponents by recuperating outside the ring after being hung from the belt, then sneaking back in to claim the championship. Finally, Jade Cargill defeated Rhea Ripley in another major upset.
