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WrestleMania 35, the one that was 9 hours long total, was definitely one of the most ambitious shows WWE ever attempted, packed with huge moments like the historic main event where women closed the show for the first time ever, Kofi Kingston’s emotional WWE Championship victory, and Seth Rollins slaying Brock Lesnar to open the night. The event had an incredible atmosphere and several feel-good payoffs that fans had waited months, sometimes years, to see. However, it also suffered from pacing issues due to its extreme length, a few underwhelming match finishes, and storylines that didn’t quite land the way they should have on such a big stage. Even with its highs and lows, WrestleMania 35 remains a memorable show with plenty to talk about. And just like I’ve done before, I’m going to rebook a WrestleMania once again and now it’s WrestleMania 35’s turn. But before we get there, let’s take a look at the events after WrestleMania 34 that shaped the road leading into WrestleMania 35.

After WrestleMania 34, WWE entered a year of major transitions, breakout moments, and emotional storylines that shaped the road to WrestleMania 35 in a very different way. One of the biggest shifts came with the rise of Bobby Lashley, who steadily rebuilt himself as a dominant force with Lio Rush serving as his confident and outspoken manager. Lashley’s momentum carried him into SummerSlam, where he defeated Brock Lesnar to capture the Universal Championship in a major passing of the torch moment. Lesnar disappeared for months afterward but returned in dominant fashion by winning the Royal Rumble match, immediately setting his sights on reclaiming the title from Lashley on the Grandest Stage of Them All. Meanwhile, the Intercontinental Championship scene throughout 2018 was defined by the intense rivalry between Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler, who traded victories and pushed each other to their limits in some of the year’s most consistent matches. However, everything changed when Roman Reigns announced his leukemia diagnosis, creating one of the most emotional moments in WWE history. The fallout led to Dean Ambrose turning heel, revealing lingering resentment toward Rollins that he could never truly let go. Their rivalry escalated into a brutal Three Stages of Hell match at No Way Out, where Ambrose defeated Rollins in a decisive and personal battle. Soon after, The Shield reunited one final time to face the Balor Club at Fastlane, but the reunion proved short-lived as Ambrose betrayed Reigns afterward, setting up a deeply emotional Loser Leaves WWE match between the two former brothers at WrestleMania. At the same time, Becky Lynch completed her transformation into The Man, becoming the most organically popular star in the company. Similar to real life, tensions escalated with Ronda Rousey, but in this version Rousey embraced her heel persona earlier and leaned into her Hollywood arrogance. Charlotte Flair attempted to insert herself into the spotlight as always, only for Becky to defeat her decisively at No Way Out to secure her place. After an intense contract signing at Fastlane, the stage was officially set for history: Rousey vs. Lynch for the Raw Women’s Championship in the first-ever women’s WrestleMania main event. On SmackDown, Daniel Bryan shocked the world by defeating AJ Styles for the WWE Championship and reinventing himself as the eco-conscious and self-righteous “New” Daniel Bryan. His reign quickly became defined by his belief that fans were complacent and wasteful but his biggest challenge came from the unstoppable wave of KofiMania. Kofi Kingston captured the hearts of fans everywhere, overcoming obstacle after obstacle placed by Vince McMahon, who repeatedly insisted Kofi had spent too long as a midcarder to deserve a main-event opportunity. Refusing to accept that narrative, Kofi forced his way into the WWE Championship match at WrestleMania against Bryan in one of the most emotional builds of the year. Finally, one of the most heartfelt stories heading into WrestleMania centered around Kurt Angle, who announced his retirement tour and spent months facing dream opponents across both brands in a celebration of his legendary career. After revisiting rivalries and testing himself against a new generation, Angle revealed that his final match would come against none other than John Cena, a fitting farewell against one of WWE’s defining icons of the modern era, setting the stage for an emotional final chapter at WrestleMania 35.

So now, let’s take a look at the new and improved WrestleMania 35! Might still be pretty long

WrestleMania 35:

Location: Metlife Stadium. East Rutherford, New Jersey

Host: Alexa Bliss

Commentators: Michael Cole, Corey Graves and Renee Young (Raw). Tom Phillips, JBL and Byron Saxton (SmackDown)

Ring Announcers: Mike Rome (Raw). Greg Hamilton (SmackDown)

Backstage Interviewer: Kayla Braxton

Theme Song: Love runs Out by One Republic and Work by Chris Classic

Kickoff:

1. Charlotte wins the Women’s Battle Royal

2. Braun Strowman wins the Andre the Giant Battle Royal

Main Show:

3. Universal Championship: Bobby Lashley (with Lio Rush) def. Brock Lesnar (with Paul Heyman) to win the title

Build: After Lashley defeated Lesnar at SummerSlam to win the Universal Championship, the loss haunted Brock for months as Heyman insisted it was a fluke caused by underestimating Lashley’s power and MMA background. Determined to reclaim his dominance, Lesnar entered and won the Royal Rumble and immediately challenged Lashley. The feud was presented with a UFC-style sports presentation featuring weigh-ins, split-screen interviews, and training footage emphasizing their shared MMA legitimacy. Lashley stayed calm and focused while Lesnar promised to “take back what belongs to the Beast.” The rivalry became less about titles and more about proving who the most dangerous combat athlete in WWE truly was, turning their WrestleMania clash into a collision of unstoppable forces.

4. United States Championship Triple Threat: Rey Mysterio def. Shinsuke Nakamura and Sami Zayn to win the title

Build: Nakamura’s dominant United States Championship reign attracted multiple challengers who believed their moment had finally arrived. Rey and Sami both openly stated they had never held the title and saw this as unfinished business in their careers, while Owens argued he deserved another run after returning from injury hungry and aggressive. What began as a Triple Threat quickly escalated when Owens forced himself into the match by attacking all three competitors on SmackDown. The result was a chaotic four-way rivalry built around pride, legacy, and opportunity, with Nakamura determined to prove his reign wasn’t ending at WrestleMania.

5. Steel Cage: Andrade def. Randy Orton

Build: Following their violent rivalry months earlier, Andrade returned declaring war on second and third generation wrestling legacies including Orton’s. Andrade targeted members of the Orton, DiBiase, and Rhodes families in symbolic attacks meant to prove that legacy weakens competitors instead of strengthening them. Orton fought back by dismantling Andrade’s allies one by one, promising to end the self proclaimed destroyer of legacies at WrestleMania. With constant interference defining their feud, a Steel Cage Match was announced to guarantee a decisive ending as the Legend Killer attempted to stop Andrade’s crusade once and for all.

6. SmackDown Tag Team Championship: The Usos def. The Hardy Boyz to retain the titles

Build: When The Hardy Boyz returned to chase one final SmackDown Tag Team Championship run, they targeted The Usos out of respect rather than rivalry, calling them the best modern tag team in WWE. The Usos responded by saying respect wasn’t enough, they wanted to defeat legends to cement their era as the greatest tag team generation ever. The feud became a brother-vs-brother legacy battle built on mutual admiration but rising competitiveness, as both teams aimed to prove which set of brothers truly defined tag team excellence.

7. Raw Tag Team Championships: Edge and Christian def. The Revival to win the titles

Build: Edge initially aligned himself with The Revival out of mutual respect for classic tag wrestling, but tensions grew when they accused him of living in the past and slowing them down. Their betrayal left Edge outnumbered until Christian returned to stand beside his longtime partner. The Revival mocked their reunion as nostalgia, but Edge and Christian promised to prove that great tag team chemistry never fades. WrestleMania became the stage for a dream match between eras, with legacy pride on the line.

8. Street Fight: AJ Styles def. Shane McMahon

Build: After Styles confronted corporate interference by striking Vince McMahon, Shane vowed there would be consequences. Their disagreements escalated into a heated debate over who truly built SmackDown Live’s success, Shane as commissioner or Styles as its workhorse cornerstone. The tension turned physical when Shane began abusing his authority to sabotage Styles’ matches, leading to a Street Fight where pride, brand identity, and respect for SmackDown itself were on the line.

9. Women's Tag Team Championships: Boss N’ Hug Connection def. Trish Stratus and Lita

Build: After reconciling their friendship, Sasha and Bayley captured the inaugural Women’s Tag Team Championships and vowed to honor the division’s history. That promise attracted Trish and Lita, who returned to challenge the champions and test whether the new generation truly deserved to carry the legacy forward. The match became a symbolic passing of the torch showdown between pioneers and successors.

10. WWE Championship: Kofi Kingston (with the New Day) def. Daniel Bryan (with Erick Rowan) to win the title

Build: Kofi’s near victory at No Way Out ignited KofiMania as fans rallied behind his dream of becoming WWE Champion. Vince repeatedly questioned whether Kofi was “main-event material,” forcing him to earn opportunity after opportunity alongside The New Day. Meanwhile Bryan insisted fans supported Kofi only because they were fickle and sentimental. The emotional momentum became unstoppable, setting the stage for one of WrestleMania’s most powerful underdog championship stories.

11. Loser Leaves WWE: Roman Reigns def. Dean Ambrose

Build: After Roman’s leukemia announcement months earlier changed everything, Ambrose revealed he felt abandoned by The Shield’s collapse and blamed Roman’s absence for pushing him into darkness. When Roman returned, Ambrose refused reconciliation and instead demanded Roman leave WWE permanently. The rivalry became deeply personal, ending with a Loser Leaves WWE match where Roman fought not just to stay but to save what remained of their brotherhood.

12. (28-1): The Undertaker def. Drew McIntyre

Build: McIntyre demanded a defining WrestleMania moment and repeatedly called out Undertaker as a relic of the past. When Taker remained silent, Drew escalated his provocations by destroying legends associated with him and mocking the Streak. Finally, the Deadman answered, accepting the challenge to defend his legacy against the most dangerous rising powerhouse on the roster.

13. SmackDown Women's Championship: Ember Moon def. Asuka to win the title

Build: After repeated near-misses against Asuka across brands, Ember finally earned her one on one championship opportunity. Determined to prove she could defeat the Empress of Tomorrow on the biggest stage possible, Ember framed WrestleMania as the night she would finish her journey. Asuka welcomed the challenge confidently, believing no one, including Ember, could truly overcome her dominance.

14. No Holds Barred: Samoa Joe def. Triple H

Build: Following Survivor Series, Joe broke free from Triple H’s control and demanded the WWE Championship rematch he never lost cleanly. Authority interference from Shane and Triple H repeatedly cost him opportunities, culminating in Triple H attacking him inside the Elimination Chamber. When Joe returned from suspension and assaulted Vince McMahon in retaliation, Triple H agreed to face his former NXT recruit at WrestleMania with Joe’s career reinstatement on the line. The match became a brutal creator vs creation showdown years in the making.

15. Retirement Match: John Cena def. Kurt Angle

Build: Kurt Angle announced WrestleMania would host his final match and chose John Cena, the man whose career he helped launch in 2002. Cena accepted with gratitude and promised to give Angle the farewell he deserved. Their rivalry focused on legacy, respect, and closing the circle of one of WWE’s most iconic debuts.

16. Intercontinental Championship: Finn Balor def. Seth Rollins to retain the title

Build: After Balor Club targeted The Shield, tensions exploded between Finn and Seth as both claimed leadership over WWE’s future direction. Rollins represented loyalty and unity, while Balor represented independence and evolution. Their Intercontinental Championship rivalry became a clash of philosophies as much as athletic excellence.

17. The Rock def. Batista

Build: Batista returned claiming his legacy surpassed The Rock’s Hollywood success and WWE influence. Rock responded by reminding Batista that charisma, not intimidation, defines true superstardom. Their war of words escalated weekly until the dream match was confirmed, settling the debate over who truly stood tallest among crossover megastars.

18. Raw Women's Championship: Becky Lynch def. Ronda Rousey

Build: After winning the Royal Rumble, Becky finally secured her long awaited showdown with Rousey. Now fully embracing her Hollywood ego, Rousey mocked Becky as a temporary fan favorite unworthy of her spotlight. Becky responded by proving week after week she represented the people, not the brand machine. Their rivalry became the defining clash of authenticity vs celebrity power, culminating in the historic first women’s WrestleMania main event.

4 years prior, WrestleMania 30 in New Orleans saw Daniel Bryan become WWE World Heavyweight Champion in one of the most emotional and satisfying endings in WrestleMania history. 4 years later, WrestleMania 34 returned to the Big Easy with huge expectations, but instead delivered a show remembered largely for its confusing booking decisions, missed opportunities, and especially one of the most disappointing main events in WrestleMania history between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, where the crowd reaction told a very different story than the one WWE tried to present. Despite a stacked card on paper and the historic return of Daniel Bryan to in ring competition, the show struggled with pacing, payoff, and audience connection, making it feel like a WrestleMania that never fully lived up to its potential. Because of that, I will be rebooking WrestleMania 34 and making it the show it should have been but before that, we need to look at the events after WrestleMania 33 that led us to WrestleMania 34.

Following WrestleMania 33, both Raw and SmackDown began shaping a much more competitive and unpredictable road toward WrestleMania 34. On SmackDown, John Cena entered the year as WWE Champion and, in a major show of respect, shook hands with AJ Styles, cementing Styles’ full transition into a fan-favorite. Cena successfully defended the title against Dolph Ziggler at Backlash, Randy Orton at Money in the Bank, and Rusev at Battleground before finally losing the championship to Styles in their trilogy-deciding match at SummerSlam. Styles then carried the title through major defenses against Rusev at Bad Blood, faced Brock Lesnar in a Champion vs Champion showdown at Survivor Series, and retained against Orton at Armageddon and both Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens at the Royal Rumble. However, the following SmackDown saw Baron Corbin cash in Money in the Bank to steal the title, only for Styles to reclaim it at Fastlane after interference from Shinsuke Nakamura, setting the stage for the long-awaited dream match between Styles and Nakamura. Meanwhile on Raw, Chris Jericho defended the Universal Championship against Lesnar at Payback, where Lesnar captured the title and proceeded to dominate the division throughout the year with major defenses, including a brutal Last Man Standing match against Braun Strowman at Halloween Havoc and another successful defense inside the Elimination Chamber, while Roman Reigns earned his opportunity by winning a Battle Royal to become the number one contender. In the women’s division, Asuka won the Royal Rumble and chose to challenge Charlotte Flair, while the shocking debut of Ronda Rousey alongside The Rock signaled the beginning of a major confrontation with WWE’s Authority heading into WrestleMania season.

Now let's take a look at the new WrestleMania 34!

WrestleMania 34:

Location: Mercedes Benz Superdome. New Orleans, Louisiana

Commentators: Michael Cole, Corey Graves and Jonathan Coachman (Raw). Tom Phillips, JBL and Byron Saxton (SmackDown)

Ring Announcers: Jojo (Raw). Greg Hamilton (SmackDown)

Backstage Interviewer: Charly Caruso

Theme Song: New Orleans by Kid Rock

Kickoff:

1. Bobby Lashley wins the Andre the Giant Battle Royal

2. Paige wins the Women’s Battle Royal

Main Show:

3. WWE Championship: Shinsuke Nakamura def. AJ Styles to win the title

Build: After winning the Royal Rumble, Nakamura immediately chose AJ Styles as his opponent, determined to relive their legendary encounter on the grandest stage of them all. However, when Baron Corbin cashed in Money in the Bank and stole the WWE Championship from Styles, Nakamura’s dream match was suddenly in jeopardy. At Fastlane, Nakamura intervened and helped Styles regain the championship, officially securing their WrestleMania clash. But in the weeks that followed, Nakamura began playing subtle psychological games, appearing unexpectedly backstage, striking without warning during matches, and reminding Styles that he knew him better than anyone. As Styles became increasingly paranoid and desperate to prove himself worthy of the spotlight, Nakamura calmly waited for the perfect moment to strike on the biggest stage possible.

4. Intercontinental Championship: Seth Rollins def. The Miz to win the title

Build: Despite accomplishing nearly everything in WWE, Seth Rollins had never defeated The Miz for the Intercontinental Championship, something The A-Lister constantly reminded him of. As Miz bragged about making the title “must-see again,” Rollins made it clear that WrestleMania was the perfect place to erase the one blemish on his résumé. Miz tried to avoid the match through mind games and interference from the Miztourage, but Rollins fought through every obstacle to earn his opportunity. Determined to finally conquer the one champion who had always slipped past him, Rollins entered WrestleMania with something to prove.

5. SmackDown Women's Championship: Asuka def. Charlotte to win the title

Build: After winning the Royal Rumble, Asuka shocked the world by choosing SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair as her opponent. With her undefeated streak on the line against arguably the most decorated female competitor in WWE history, the match quickly became a clash between legacy and destiny. Charlotte respected Asuka’s accomplishments but promised to be the one to end the streak, while Asuka remained confident that WrestleMania would become the crowning moment of her dominance.

6. United States Championship Fatal 4 Way: Randy Orton def. Daniel Bryan, Bobby Roode and Rusev to win the title

Build: United States Champion Daniel Bryan is determined to restore prestige to the championship, but Randy Orton made it clear there was one accomplishment missing from his Hall of Fame résumé, the United States Title. Bobby Roode declared the championship “Glorious,” while Rusev insisted it was finally time for “Rusev Day” to headline WrestleMania gold. With four competitors chasing history, redemption, and recognition, the match became one of the most unpredictable contests on the card.

7. Chad Gable def. Kurt Angle

Build: Initially welcomed as Kurt Angle’s long lost son, Chad Gable quickly began receiving opportunities that raised eyebrows across the roster. Weeks later, Gable shocked everyone by revealing the truth, he had fabricated the entire story to advance his career. Feeling betrayed and humiliated, Angle demanded a match at WrestleMania to teach Gable respect. Confident he had already outsmarted an Olympic legend, Gable accepted, turning the emotional confrontation into a dream technical wrestling showdown.

8. Mixed Tag Team Match: The Rock and Ronda Rousey def. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon

Build: After months of tension between Ronda Rousey and WWE’s Authority figures, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon attempted to manipulate her arrival for their own benefit. Instead, Rousey aligned with The Rock, reigniting their rivalry with the power couple that began years earlier. As insults turned into physical confrontations, the stage was set for a blockbuster WrestleMania showdown between WWE management and two of the most dangerous outsiders they had ever provoked.

9. SmackDown Tag Team Championships Triple Threat Match: The Bludgeon Brothers def. The New Day and The Usos to win the titles

Build: After dominating SmackDown with brute force and destruction, The Bludgeon Brothers targeted both The New Day and The Usos, interrupting their rivalry and leaving a path of chaos behind them. With both established teams refusing to back down, the match became a battle between experience, chemistry, and unstoppable violence.

10. Edge and Christian def. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn

Build: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn united with a shared belief that they were the greatest Canadian tag team of all time. Their claims quickly drew the attention of Edge and Christian, who returned to defend their legacy. As insults turned personal and pride turned national, the match became a generational battle for Canadian tag team supremacy.

11. Samoa Joe def. John Cena

Build: At Fastlane, Samoa Joe shocked the world by ambushing John Cena and declaring that their unfinished history would finally be settled at WrestleMania. Cena accepted the challenge, promising to prove he was still WWE’s standard-bearer, while Joe insisted this was his moment to destroy the legend once and for all.

12. New Orleans Street Fight: Dolph Ziggler def. Shane McMahon

Build: Frustrated by years of feeling overlooked, Dolph Ziggler blamed Shane McMahon for repeatedly favoring others over him. After launching several brutal attacks, Ziggler forced Shane into accepting a Street Fight at WrestleMania, determined to prove he deserved respect the hard way.

13. Raw Tag Team Championships: The Hardy Boyz def. Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman

Build: After reuniting and dominating the Raw tag division, Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman appeared unstoppable until Broken Matt Hardy declared the battlefield “obsolete.” Calling upon Brother Nero, The Hardys reunited with their Broken brilliance to challenge the monsters for tag team supremacy.

14. Raw Women's Championship: Bayley def. Sasha Banks to win the title

Build: After winning the Raw Women’s Championship at No Way Out, Sasha Banks shocked the WWE Universe by betraying Bayley and embracing a ruthless new attitude. Heartbroken but determined, Bayley challenged her former best friend at WrestleMania, turning their emotional rivalry into a deeply personal championship showdown.

15. (27-1): “Demon” Finn Balor def. The Undertaker

Build: After forming a mysterious alliance months earlier, Finn Bálor revealed that The Undertaker had been part of a larger plan all along. With the Demon persona unleashed, Bálor declared that even the Deadman would fall before him. At WrestleMania, legacy met darkness in one of the most supernatural battles in event history.

16. Universal Championship: Brock Lesnar def. Roman Reigns

Build: As Roman Reigns earned the right to challenge Brock Lesnar, Paul Heyman attempted to convince him that aligning with Lesnar would secure his dominance over WWE. Reigns refused, insisting he would defeat Lesnar on his own terms. Their rivalry quickly escalated into brutal fights reminiscent of their WrestleMania 31 classic but this time, Lesnar proved once again why he remained WWE’s most unstoppable champion.

The first WrestleMania after the brand split and the WrestleMania with arguably the best stage design, it’s WrestleMania 33! On paper, this show had all the ingredients to be one of the greatest WrestleManias ever: dream matches, emotional storylines, returning legends, and a refreshed brand split that should have created stronger rivalries across both Raw and SmackDown. However, despite its incredible presentation and atmosphere, several booking decisions held the event back from reaching its full potential. Some matches lacked proper buildup, others had questionable winners, and a few storylines simply didn’t deliver the payoff fans expected on the grandest stage of them all. Instead of feeling like the climax of a year’s worth of storytelling following WrestleMania 32, parts of the show felt disconnected or rushed, which ultimately affected its legacy. Because of that, I will be rebooking WrestleMania 33 but before we get there, we first need to look at everything that happened between WrestleMania 32 and WrestleMania 33 to properly understand how things unfolded and what should have been done differently.

Roman Reigns has won the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in the Shield Triple Threat main event at WrestleMania 32 and his first defense is against the former champ Seth Rollins who now has pressure from The Authority to win it back at WWE Payback 2016 but he fails and again at Extreme Rules 2016 inside a steel cage, but Rollins wins it back at Money in the Bank 2016 only for Dean Ambrose to cash in his Money in the Bank contract the very same night and walk out as WWE Champion, completing one of the most memorable Shield moments in history. Shortly after, the WWE Draft 2016 reshapes the landscape of the company, with the WWE Championship becoming exclusive to SmackDown, where Ambrose begins defending the title against top challengers while Raw introduces the Universal Championship. Meanwhile, SmackDown quickly establishes itself as the “land of opportunity,” allowing stars like AJ Styles to rise into the main event scene, eventually capturing the WWE Championship and beginning a dominant reign heading into the fall. Around this time, the company is also defined by major headline moments such as Brock Lesnar defeating Randy Orton in their brutal clash at SummerSlam 2016 and the shocking return of Goldberg later in the year, which immediately shakes up the main-event picture across both brands. As Styles continues to cement himself as the face of SmackDown, he successfully carries the WWE Championship into 2017 where he defends it in a dream match against Shawn Michaels at Royal Rumble 2017 and again inside the Elimination Chamber 2017 structure, proving himself against elite competition, while John Cena earns his opportunity by winning a high-stakes tournament to determine the number one contender, setting the stage for a massive WrestleMania level showdown for the WWE Championship.

So now, here is WrestleMania 33!

WrestleMania 33:

Location: Camping World Stadium. Orlando, Florida

Tagline: The Ultimate Thrill Ride

Hosts: The New Day

Commentators Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler and Byron Saxton (Raw). Mauro Ranallo, JBL, David Otunga (SmackDown)

Ring Announcers: Jojo (Raw). Greg Hamilton (SmackDown)

Backstage Interviewers: Charly Caruso and Maria Menounos

Theme Song: Greenlight by Pitbull

Kickoff:

1. Mojo Rawley wins the Andre the Giant Battle Royal

Main Show:

2. Cruiserweight Championship: Neville def. Austin Aries to retain the title

Build: Since becoming the self-proclaimed “King of the Cruiserweights,” Neville has ruled the division with arrogance and cruelty, constantly belittling both the roster and the fans. Austin Aries initially respects Neville’s talent but grows increasingly frustrated with the champion’s constant disrespect toward the division he helped legitimize. After Neville repeatedly avoids giving Aries a fair title opportunity and insults him on commentary week after week, Aries finally snaps and attacks him after a title defense, sending a clear message. The rivalry becomes intensely personal, with Aries promising to humble the King at WrestleMania and restore honor to the Cruiserweight division.

3. Street Fight: Dean Ambrose def. Shane McMahon

Build: As SmackDown’s Commissioner, Shane McMahon publicly criticizes Dean Ambrose for failing to remain the locker room leader after losing the WWE Championship and letting chaos spread across the blue brand. Ambrose refuses to accept being talked down to and reminds Shane that he carried SmackDown during its rebuilding phase. Heated confrontations escalate into physical altercations, with Shane claiming Ambrose has lost his edge while Ambrose insists he’s still the most dangerous man on the roster. The tension explodes into a Street Fight challenge, where both men promise there will be no respect left, only violence.

4. Raw Tag Team Championships Fatal 4 Way: The Hardy Boyz def. The Good Brothers, The Bar and Enzo and Cass to win the titles

Build: The Raw tag division becomes increasingly chaotic as Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson dominate with ruthless efficiency, while Sheamus and Cesaro continue proving themselves as the toughest team in WWE. Meanwhile, Enzo Amore and Big Cass chase their breakthrough moment. The shocking return of Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy changes everything, as the brothers declare they’ve come back to redeem themselves and reclaim their legacy. With every team claiming they represent the future of the division, the titles are placed on the line in a high-stakes Fatal 4 Way showdown.

5. SmackDown Tag Team Championship Triple Threat Match: Edge and Christian def. The Usos and American Alpha to win the titles

Build: SmackDown’s tag division becomes the brand’s strongest battleground as Jimmy Uso and Jey Uso dominate with their new aggressive attitude, while Chad Gable and Jason Jordan continue proving themselves as elite athletes. The shocking return of legendary duo Edge and Christian Cage electrifies SmackDown, as they announce one final run to prove they’re still the greatest tag team of all time. With pride, legacy, and championships on the line, the three teams collide in a generational clash.

6. Intercontinental Championship: The Miz (with Maryse) def. Daniel Bryan to retain the title

Build: The rivalry between The Miz and Daniel Bryan reignites after months of verbal tension. Miz repeatedly mocks Bryan’s career setbacks and claims he succeeded where Bryan failed by becoming the true face of SmackDown. Bryan, finally cleared for competition in your scenario, refuses to stay silent any longer and challenges Miz directly for the Intercontinental Championship. The feud becomes deeply personal as both men argue over who truly represents WWE’s spirit, leading to one of the most emotional matches on the card.

7. US Championship: Samoa Joe def. Kurt Angle to retain the title

Build: After dominating Raw with ruthless intensity, Samoa Joe turns his attention to Raw General Manager Kurt Angle, accusing him of hiding behind authority instead of proving he still belongs in the ring. Joe claims Angle’s legacy is fragile and promises to retire him permanently. Angle initially refuses but eventually accepts the challenge to defend his honor and prove he’s still the Olympic hero. The rivalry becomes a battle between eras as Joe attempts to destroy a legend.

8. Randy Orton def. Baron Corbin

Build: Baron Corbin begins calling himself the new “Legend Killer,” targeting veterans to establish dominance. This arrogance brings him face to face with the original Legend Killer, Randy Orton. Corbin insists Orton’s time has passed, while Orton warns Corbin that disrespecting legends has consequences. The rivalry becomes a psychological battle as both men attempt to prove who truly owns the title of WWE’s most dangerous predator.

9. Raw Women's Championship Triple Threat Match: Bayley def. Charlotte and Sasha Banks to win the title

Build: Charlotte Flair dominates the Raw Women’s division with an undefeated streak in championship matches on pay per view, constantly reminding the roster that she’s untouchable. Meanwhile, best friends Bayley and Sasha Banks struggle to coexist as both chase the same prize. Charlotte manipulates their friendship to create tension, claiming neither can beat her. Determined to prove otherwise, Bayley and Sasha unite briefly but ultimately collide with Charlotte in a high stakes WrestleMania Triple Threat.

10. Unsanctioned Match: Seth Rollins def. Triple H

Build: After months of manipulation and betrayal, Triple H attempts to end Seth Rollins’ career permanently. Rollins refuses to stay sidelined and demands a fight even without medical clearance. With Raw refusing responsibility for the consequences, the match becomes unsanctioned, allowing Rollins to finally seek revenge against the man who created and betrayed him.

11. Interpromotional Match: Finn Balor (Raw) def. Rey Mysterio (SmackDown)

Build: As the first WrestleMania after the brand split, Raw and SmackDown compete for supremacy. Finn Bálor challenges Rey Mysterio to determine which generation truly defines high flying excellence. With mutual respect but fierce competitiveness, the match becomes a symbolic clash between past innovation and present evolution.

12. SmackDown Women's Championship: Naomi def. Alexa Bliss to win the title

Build: Alexa Bliss repeatedly escapes title defenses through shortcuts and mind games, insisting no one on SmackDown can take her championship. When Naomi earns a rematch in her hometown, the emotional stakes skyrocket. Backed by the crowd and determined to prove herself, Naomi promises WrestleMania will be her moment.

13. No Holds Barred: Brock Lesnar def. Goldberg

Build: After shocking losses to Goldberg at Survivor Series 2016 and the Royal Rumble 2017, Brock Lesnar becomes obsessed with revenge. Determined to erase the humiliation, Lesnar demands one final confrontation with no rules. Goldberg accepts, promising to prove his dominance wasn’t luck but Lesnar arrives at WrestleMania prepared for war.

14. (27-0): The Undertaker def. Bray Wyatt

Build: Bray Wyatt declares himself the new face of fear and repeatedly calls out The Undertaker, claiming the Deadman’s legacy belongs to him now. Week after week, Wyatt sends haunting messages demanding a response. Finally, Undertaker accepts the challenge and defeats Bray extending the streak to 27-0

15. Roman Reigns def. The Rock

Build: Tension grows between Roman Reigns and The Rock as both men claim to represent the Anoa’i family legacy. What begins as respect slowly turns into rivalry as Rock questions whether Roman truly earned his place. Roman responds by insisting it’s his time now, leading to a generational showdown for family pride.

16. Universal Championship: Chris Jericho def. Kevin Owens to win the title

Build: The friendship between Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens collapses after Owens brutally betrays Jericho during the Festival of Friendship. With the Universal Championship now at stake, Jericho vows revenge while Owens insists he was always the true star of the partnership. Their deeply personal rivalry reaches its emotional peak at WrestleMania.

17. WWE Championship: John Cena def. AJ Styles to win the title

Build: After winning a high stakes tournament at No Way Out, John Cena earns the right to challenge AJ Styles for the WWE Championship. Still haunted by his loss to Styles at SummerSlam 2016, Cena promises redemption on the grandest stage. Styles, confident after defeating legends and surviving the Elimination Chamber, insists Cena’s era is over. Their rivalry becomes a battle for legacy, respect, and the future of WWE’s top prize.