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Cody Rhodes retains at WrestleMania

Cody Rhodes retains at WrestleMania

Night One of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas concluded with 'The American Nightmare' Cody Rhodes retaining his title despite a brutal post-match assault by Randy Orton.

The event featured several high-profile moments, including the return of Paige and a viral stunt by livestreamer IShowSpeed, who was put through a table by Logan Paul.

Critics have slammed the broadcast for being overly commercialized, with frequent ad breaks disrupting the flow of the matches.

Despite the backlash, the event drew a record-breaking crowd to Allegiant Stadium, cementing its status as the industry's premier spectacle.

Cody Rhodes
American professional wrestler
Randy Orton
American professional wrestler
WrestleMania 42
2026 WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
WWE
American professional wrestling and entertainment company
Allegiant Stadium
Domed football stadium in Paradise, Nevada, USA