WrestleMania 40 Night 1 kicked off with an electrifying return as The Rock stepped back into the WWE ring, headlining the event alongside Universal Champion Roman Reigns. The duo, part of The Bloodline, squared off against Cody Rhodes and World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins in a high-stakes main event at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
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The outcome of Saturday's showdown held significant implications for Sunday's matches. If The Rock and Reigns emerged victorious, Reigns' title match against Rhodes the following day would adhere to Bloodline rules. However, if Rollins and Rhodes secured the win, Sunday's match would proceed without any interference from The Bloodline.
In addition to the headline clash, fans were treated to an intense showdown between Rhea Ripley and Becky Lynch for the Women's World Championship, promising a potential match of the weekend contender. With seven matches on the card, including surprises typical of WrestleMania, anticipation ran high throughout the evening.
Notably, The Rock's last formal appearance at WrestleMania dates back to WrestleMania 29 in 2013, where he faced John Cena in a memorable WWE Championship match. His brief cameo at WrestleMania 32 in 2016 saw him engage in a lightning-fast encounter with Erick Rowan.
Here's a recap of the Night 1 match card:
The Rock and Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins (Main Event)
Women's World Championship match: Rhea Ripley (champion) vs. Becky Lynch
WWE Intercontinental Championship match: Gunther (champion) vs. Sami Zayn
Six-pack ladder match for Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship
Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso
Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, and Naomi vs. Damage CTRL
Rey Mysterio and Andrade vs. Santos Escobar and Dominik Mysterio
Fans eagerly awaited the conclusion of Night 1 and looked forward to the action-packed Night 2, which promised an equally thrilling lineup of matches.
For those tuning in, WrestleMania 40 was available for streaming on Peacock, ensuring fans didn't miss a moment of the action. With both nights starting at 7 p.m. ET, wrestling enthusiasts settled in for a weekend of excitement at Lincoln Financial Field.
As the stage was set and anticipation reached its peak, WrestleMania 40 promised to deliver unforgettable moments and jaw-dropping spectacles, making it a must-watch event for wrestling fans worldwide.
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