- WrestleMania 42 takeaways: Cody retains; multiple new champs crowned ESPN —
- WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 Results & Highlights: Randy Orton punt kicks Cody Rhodes, new champions, shocking returns, and more Times Of India —
- Cody Rhodes retains Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42, but Randy Orton gets last licks Fox News —
- Cody Rhodes takes down Randy Orton, Pat McAfee at WrestleMania 42 USA Today —
- WWE WrestleMania 42 live results: Match card, what to know for night 1 USA Today —
- WWE WrestleMania 42 LIVE: Match results and analysis from Night One ESPN —
- Cody Rhodes injury update: Latest on American Nightmare following win over Randy Orton at WrestleMania 42 Times Of India —
- WrestleMania 42 Saturday Review: Ads, Celebrities, and a Confounding Finish Newsweek —
- WWE Slammed for Ad-Heavy Broadcast During WrestleMania 42 Newsweek —
- WWE Under Fire After Blocking ESPN Reporter From WrestleMania 42 Newsweek —
WrestleMania 42 Night One results
The first night of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas delivered a mix of shocking returns and controversial finishes.
Cody Rhodes overcame Randy Orton to keep his title, though the victory was followed by a brutal post-match assault that left the champion in concussion protocol.
Former WWE star Paige made a triumphant return after nine years to capture the Women's Tag Team titles with Brie Bella.
Despite the spectacle, the event drew fire for its heavy ad integration and the decision to block certain media outlets from coverage following critical reviews.
Randy Orton
American professional wrestler
American professional wrestler
WrestleMania 42
2026 WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
2026 WWE pay-per-view and livestreaming event
Allegiant Stadium
Domed football stadium in Paradise, Nevada, USA
Domed football stadium in Paradise, Nevada, USA
WWE
American professional wrestling and entertainment company
American professional wrestling and entertainment company