Overview
- Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton headlines Saturday, April 18, with CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns topping Sunday, April 19, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
- WWE says fans in the U.S. can watch on ESPN platforms, while Netflix streams both nights live in multiple international markets, with start times set for 6 p.m. ET.
- Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar is billed as a potential star-making clash, joining a slate that includes an Intercontinental title ladder match, Sami Zayn vs. Trick Williams for the U.S. title, and Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley for the women’s crown.
- Industry outlets detail a bumpy build shaped by injuries and report alleged executive influence on creative, and Forbes reports a new wrinkle in the Night 1 title match with a stipulation tying Pat McAfee’s on-screen future to the result.
- TKO points to last year’s WrestleMania generating $322.2 million in economic impact for Las Vegas, underscoring the commercial stakes as WWE returns with a new distribution model.