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WrestleMania 40 Highlights
PHILADELPHIA — In a historic main event at WrestleMania 40, the American Nightmare Cody Rhodes emerged victorious over Roman Reigns to claim the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. The victory marked a significant milestone for Rhodes as he became the first from the Rhodes family to hold the prestigious WWE title, a feat that eluded his father, the late WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes. The match culminated in Rhodes delivering three Cross-Rhodes on Reigns, securing the pinfall victory after a grueling battle.
Bloodline Rules Match
The main event was contested under “Bloodline Rules” following a loss by Rhodes and Seth Rollins to Reigns and The Rock on the first night of WrestleMania 40. With no disqualifications in effect, the match witnessed a series of run-ins and interferences, intensifying the showdown between Reigns and Rhodes. Notable moments included interference by The Bloodline’s Jimmy Uso, countered by his brother Jey Uso, and an unexpected appearance by legendary superstar John Cena, igniting the crowd.
In a dramatic turn of events, retired icon The Undertaker made a surprise appearance, taking down The Rock and asserting his dominance in the ring. Ultimately, Rhodes emerged victorious, celebrating with fellow WWE superstars, family members, and industry executives.
Unforgettable Night of Action
The second night of WrestleMania 40 witnessed a series of electrifying matches and surprising outcomes. Challenger Drew McIntyre defeated World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins in a hard-fought battle, leading to a confrontation with special guest CM Punk. Damian Priest seized the opportunity to cash in his Money in the Bank contract, clinching his first world title.
Elsewhere, Bobby Lashley and The Street Profits secured a thrilling victory over The Final Testament, while fan favorite LA Knight triumphed over AJ Styles. Logan Paul retained his United States Championship in a Triple Threat match, showcasing his resilience and tactical prowess.
In a poignant moment, Bayley captured the WWE women’s championship, overcoming her former faction, Damage CTRL. The night culminated in an impressive turnout, with a total attendance of 145,420 fans over two days at Lincoln Financial Field.
As WWE fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming Backlash France event on May 4, the legacy of WrestleMania 40 continues to resonate within the wrestling community.
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