Psyko’s WWE WrestleMania 42 Sunday preview

Let’s just get right into it. I started this preview for Night 2 of WrestleMania 42. Before I begin the official preview, I want to look at two rumored matches that might be added to the card by Monday.

1. Asuka vs. Iyo Sky

This has been building for a long time, and it could be a show-stealer if it happens—especially if Kairi Sane factors into the match and we’re left wondering which side she will choose. This match seems to depend on whether The Bellas can be cleared for their tag match, as Asuka and Kairi are on standby to replace them if they aren’t cleared in time.

Personally, I hope this match happens, as it could be a show-stealer. As for a winner, I think Iyo would win thanks to Kairi turning on Asuka.

2. Danhausen vs. The Miz and Kip Wilson

This could easily happen as a comedy segment in the middle of the show, as it doesn’t need to be a full-fledged match. Since debuting, Danhausen has been one of the funniest things on both RAW and SmackDown, and his program with The Miz and Wilson has been comedy gold. Danhausen had his in-ring debut last Friday and continued to shine during the match, which is what I expect here.

In this case, it doesn’t really matter who wins, as we’re watching for the comedy. Still, I think Danhausen somehow wins, and the curse continues on Miz and Wilson.

Main Card Preview

1. Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar

This will be quick and violent, as we know Lesnar doesn’t often go more than 10 minutes these days. The buildup has been really strong, and they’ve done a great job making Oba look like a major star on Lesnar’s level. This feels like a passing-of-the-torch moment, and I think we’ll see Oba destroy Lesnar in about 10 minutes. It’s a great way to start the show on ESPN.

2. Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship: Penta (c) vs. Rusev vs. Dragon Lee vs. Je’Von Evans vs. JD McDonagh vs. Rey Mysterio

This match came out of nowhere, and while I’m glad they’re giving the midcard talent a WrestleMania moment, it does feel like a last-minute addition, especially since the participants were announced before the qualifying matches aired on YouTube. Adding Rey Mysterio at the last minute gives the match some needed star power.

This will be a high-flying match given the participants, with Rusev providing the power element. It’s probably why the match is placed early in the show. It’s hard to predict a winner since anyone could realistically win, but if I had to pick, I’d go with Je’Von Evans, as he needs a big victory after multiple title losses since his NXT debut. Still, I wouldn’t be surprised if Penta retains.

3. WWE Women’s Championship Match: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Rhea Ripley

The buildup for this match has been pretty awful, in my opinion. This should have been an easy feud to build, as both are major stars who can deliver strong promos. Instead, Michin and B-Fab were unnecessarily added, creating confusion with shifting alliances that lacked clear reasoning. Iyo Sky was also awkwardly inserted into the story, making the entire build feel messy.

The big question is whether Rhea can carry Jade to a strong match or if it will fall apart like the buildup. I’m staying optimistic and think Rhea will deliver, but there will likely be a lot of interference. In the end, I see Rhea Ripley becoming the new champion. Could we also see the return of Bianca Belair to help her? It’s uncertain, but it would be an awesome moment.

4. WWE United States Championship Match: Sami Zayn (c) vs. Trick Williams

This match has received backlash, as many fans feel Carmelo Hayes should have been in this spot instead of Zayn due to his recent momentum. However, I actually agree with WWE’s decision, especially after what happened last Friday. The goal here is to cement Trick as a top babyface while also transitioning Zayn into a more complex, tweener role.

Zayn is an established upper-midcard talent with name value, while Hayes is still building momentum. If Trick wins the title from a bigger star like Zayn, it elevates him more effectively.

As for the match, expect both men to give it their all and show character progression throughout. In the end, Trick becomes the new United States Champion, and Zayn snaps, evolving into a more aggressive version of himself.

5. “The Demon” Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio

It’s surprising to see the Demon gimmick return after how it was previously handled, but it’s still a welcome sight. The buildup has been well done, with subtle hints dating back to Finn’s title match in Ireland, where the seeds for a babyface turn were planted. That turn was completed after Elimination Chamber, when Finn cost Dominik the Intercontinental Championship.

Since then, Dominik has returned to his cowardly heel tendencies, relying on Judgment Day for help, which ultimately led to Finn bringing back the Demon for WrestleMania.

While a win would benefit Dominik, I think Finn needs this victory more to restore the Demon’s credibility. Expect Finn to get his revenge on Judgment Day.

6. World Championship Match: CM Punk (c) vs. Roman Reigns

This has been the best build heading into WrestleMania, which isn’t surprising given the talent involved. Both Roman and Punk have delivered some of the best promos of their careers, and even the physical segments have been executed well, making fans eager to see this match.

My only issue was Punk’s “pipe bomb” promo last Monday. While I enjoyed the Roman-focused portions, the rest felt unnecessary and distracted from the main storyline. Punk inserting himself into Cody’s storyline and criticizing the company felt out of place given his current position as champion.

That said, the match itself should absolutely deliver. Both men are proven main-event performers, and they’ll show why they’re closing WrestleMania. In the end, I could see Roman Reigns reclaiming the title and returning to a part-time champion role.

Conclusion

This should be another great night of WrestleMania. Opening with Lesnar vs. Oba on ESPN is a smart move, as it could drive additional subscriptions while giving fans a big match early. Ending the show with a blockbuster main event only strengthens the card.

Night 2 may not have as many matches as Night 1, but it’s still a strong lineup, and I’m genuinely excited to see how everything plays out.