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WrestleMania Concludes in Drama: Cena Secures Historic Championship
WrestleMania culminated in dramatic fashion Sunday night, witnessing John Cena make history by capturing his unprecedented 17th world championship in WWE. In a controversial turn of events, Cena solidified his legacy as potentially the greatest of all time, surpassing Ric Flair’s long-standing record for most world titles. He achieved this milestone by defeating Cody Rhodes for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, aided by interference from Travis Scott.
The Absence of The Rock
A notable absence was that of The Rock, Cena’s recent ally. He was not present at the show, and has not been seen since assisting Cena earlier in the year, leaving fans and commentators speculating about his whereabouts and future involvement.
Title Changes and Surprises
Beyond the main event, WrestleMania night two delivered further excitement. A major star made a surprise return to team with Lyra Valkyria in a Women’s Tag Team Championship match, and a total of two championships changed hands during the event.
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Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the key matches and outcomes from WrestleMania night two, held at Allegiant Stadium.
John Cena (right) faced Cody Rhodes (left) in the headline match of WrestleMania night two
WWE Women’s World Championship: Iyo Sky (c) vs Bianca Belair vs Rhea Ripley
Bianca Belair faced a barrage of loud boos, continuing the trend from the entire weekend. Despite being among three fan-favorites in the match, the audience clearly designated Belair as the antagonist. The match opened with innovative and dynamic action, with Sky acting as the central figure in many of the sequences, ensuring all three competitors remained involved. Her agility and skill were evident, notably with a moonsault from the apron to the floor that drew audible gasps from the crowd.
Belair executed a series of suplexes on Sky followed by a kip-up, directly engaging with the booing crowd. Outside the ring, a failed hurricanrana unexpectedly led to Belair and Ripley momentarily joining forces to send Sky crashing into the barricade.
The intensity escalated with Belair landing a 450 splash and Sky kicking out of Ripley’s Riptide. Subsequently, Ripley interrupted a pin on Sky after she had absorbed Belair’s K.O.D. The pace was relentless, indicative of a premier contest worthy of a WrestleMania opener.
Sky attempted a reverse frankensteiner from the top rope on Ripley, but Ripley countered at the last moment, driving Sky’s head into the turnbuckle. Belair intervened, pulling Ripley down, and in a display of strategic opportunism, used her hair as a weapon – a tactic permissible in a triple-threat match – to deliver the K.O.D. to Ripley. However, Sky capitalized on the moment, executing her signature moonsault on Belair to break the pin and then swiftly secured her own pinfall victory.
This match was truly exceptional, earning its place among the greatest WrestleMania opening matches of all time. It exceeded expectations and set a high bar for the rest of the event.
Result:
Iyo Sky retained the WWE Women’s World Championship
Iyo Sky successfully defended her women’s world championship in an impressive triple threat match
Sin City Street Fight: Drew McIntyre vs Damien Priest
Following the high-octane women’s championship match, Drew McIntyre and Damien Priest, two imposing figures, engaged in a brutal street fight. This contest served as a fitting contrast, offering a different style from the preceding electric opener.
McIntyre initiated the intense brawl with a suplex onto the entrance ramp. Both athletes utilized the steel steps as weapons, exchanging heavy blows. In a moment of dark humour, McIntyre paused to take a selfie with a downed Priest.
Inside the ring, weapons became central to the action. Priest relentlessly attacked McIntyre with a steel chair, setting a violent backdrop with tables positioned ominously at ringside. As McIntyre ascended the top rope, Priest countered with a Razor’s Edge through a table.
McIntyre recovered to deliver a Futureshock DDT onto the steel steps, escalating the violence. When Priest attempted to emulate The Undertaker’s signature Old School rope walk, McIntyre thwarted him, sending him crashing onto a stack of set-up tables outside the ring, resulting in absolute chaos.
The match concluded when McIntyre connected with a Claymore kick on Priest, sending him into a chair positioned in the corner, securing the pinfall victory. Both competitors delivered a highly entertaining and physical battle.
Result:
Drew McIntyre wins
Drew McIntyre triumphed over Damian Priest in a physically demanding encounter in Las Vegas
Intercontinental Championship: Bron Breakker (c) vs Penta vs Dominik Mysterio vs Finn Balor
WrestleMania continued its strong start with this championship contest, maintaining the high standard set by the initial matches. With the level of in-ring talent involved, it was anticipated this match would be another highlight of the night.
The match erupted into action immediately, mirroring the fast pace of the previous bouts. Penta launched himself through the air, only to be met mid-flight by a Spear from Bron Breakker. Dominik Mysterio suffered the same fate shortly after.
Breakker, the defending champion, demonstrated his power by simultaneously German suplexing both Penta and Mysterio. Mysterio, with Balor’s assistance, managed to execute the Three Amigos suplexes on Penta as The Judgement Day faction began to work in concert.
Their teamwork was short-lived as Breakker quickly suplexed both members of Judgement Day. The crowd reacted enthusiastically when Mysterio turned on Balor and attempted a 619, but Balor intercepted him at the last second.
Carlito attempted to assist his Judgement Day allies by trying to put Penta through a table, but Breakker intervened, Spearing Carlito through a separate table, effectively removing him from the equation.
Returning to the ring, Mysterio successfully hit a 619 on Breakker, only for Balor to interrupt the pin attempt. Balor then delivered the Coup de Grace, but Mysterio followed up with a Frog Splash to secure the pin and win, much to the delight of the Las Vegas crowd.
Result:
Dominik Mysterio captures the Intercontinental title
Dominik Mysterio became the new intercontinental champion, cheered on by the audience
Randy Orton vs Joe Hendry
Following Kevin Owens’ withdrawal from WrestleMania due to injury, Randy Orton issued an open challenge on short notice. TNA champion Joe Hendry answered the call, eliciting a massive reaction from the crowd. Orton convincingly showcased his surprise and respect upon Hendry’s entrance.
The match itself was a more grounded affair. Hendry demonstrated his capabilities, executing a neckbreaker and a fallaway slam on Orton, holding his own against the veteran.
After posing to the crowd with his characteristic smile, Hendry was suddenly caught off guard by Orton, who delivered an RKO out of nowhere to secure a relatively quick victory.
In a show of respect, the legendary Orton helped Hendry to his feet and paraded him before the 60,000-plus attendees in a moment of genuine sportsmanship, a significant endorsement for Hendry’s career. However, the moment concluded with Orton delivering a second RKO to Hendry, then striking Hendry’s signature pose to close the segment in a memorable fashion.
Result:
Randy Orton wins
Joe Hendry accepted Randy Orton’s open challenge for a WrestleMania match
AJ Styles vs Logan Paul
This match presented a contrast between a mainstream influencer with extensive reach and a wrestler considered among the greatest in-ring performers of his generation – potentially a future GOAT contender. Paul aimed to prove his ability to compete with Styles, and through underhanded tactics, he arguably achieved just that.
The match proceeded at a more deliberate pace compared to earlier contests, aligning with Paul’s strategic approach, which drew negativity from the live audience.
Paul demonstrated surprising athleticism with a moonsault and a powerbomb throw but maintained control for a prolonged period, which detracted slightly from the match’s dynamic. The narrative seemed geared towards establishing Paul’s credibility as a wrestler, showcasing his capabilities while prompting some to desire a more dominant performance from Styles.
Paul used Styles’ own finisher, seemingly signaling the match’s conclusion, but Styles immediately retaliated with his finisher, leaving both wrestlers incapacitated.
Karrion Kross prevented Paul’s associate from providing brass knuckles, and Styles declined Kross’ offer to use them himself. This display of integrity ultimately cost Styles the match. Paul capitalized, landing a forceful punch and his own finisher to achieve what is potentially his most significant victory in WWE to date.
Result:
Logan Paul wins
Logan Paul achieved another significant WrestleMania victory against AJ Styles
Women’s Tag Team Championships: Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez (c) vs Lyra Valkyria and Becky Lynch
After Bayley’s withdrawal due to injury, Becky Lynch was revealed as Lyra Valkyria’s partner, confirming widespread expectations. Lynch’s entrance was met with an overwhelmingly positive reception as she joined Valkyria to challenge for the Women’s Tag Team Championships.
Lynch initiated the action against Rodriguez, who was quickly tagged in. Valkyria entered and executed a dropkick to Rodriguez outside the ring. As Valkyria ascended the top rope, she was countered with a kick, shifting momentum.
Eventually, Lynch received the hot tag and delivered her signature moves, energizing the Allegiant Stadium crowd. She applied the Dis-Arm-Her submission, but Rodriguez broke it up as the match reached its climax.
A tornado DDT from Valkyria to Rodriguez on the outside created an opening for Lynch, who then hit Morgan with the Manhandle Slam, crowning Lynch and Valkyria as the new Women’s Tag Team Champions.
Result:
Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria win the Women’s Tag Team Championships
Cena became a record-breaking world champion, securing his 17th title
The main event concluded controversially with the new champion winning with assistance from Travis Scott
WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs John Cena
The championship match introductions by Alicia Taylor were met with a mixed reaction for Rhodes, but the atmosphere within Allegiant Stadium was electric, befitting a main event of WrestleMania. John Cena’s appearance at WrestleMania was billed as potentially his last, aiming for a record-extending 17th world championship. The match began cautiously, characterized by tie-ups as both competitors sought an advantage.
Cena controlled the initial phase of the bout for approximately 10 minutes, employing chin locks and double axe handles from the top rope, methodically weakening Rhodes to the approval of a largely pro-Cena Las Vegas audience.
Rhodes eventually mounted a comeback, landing a Cody Cutter. However, when he attempted his father’s Bionic Elbow, Cena countered into his STF submission hold.
Rhodes escaped the STF, only to be met with an Attitude Adjustment for a near fall. Cena followed with another Attitude Adjustment from the top rope, but Rhodes still refused to be pinned.
A further Attitude Adjustment into the STF further exhausted Rhodes, yet the champion persevered. Amidst the intense action, the referee was inadvertently knocked down. As Rhodes fought to break free, Travis Scott interfered, absorbing a Cross Rhodes but then pulling the referee from the ring to prevent Cena’s potential loss. When Rhodes hesitated to use the championship belt offensively against Cena, he was struck with a low blow and then hit with the belt. The audience reacted in stunned disbelief as Cena secured the pinfall, breaking the record and becoming a 17-time world champion in a highly controversial finish.