WrestleMania 41: Results
WrestleMania 41, held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, delivered a spectacle of high-stakes drama, shocking returns, and career-defining moments. Across two nights, WWE Superstars etched their names in history, none more so than John Cena, who headlined Night 2 with a record-breaking victory. Here’s a breakdown of the key outcomes and highlights from "The Grandest Stage of Them All."
Night 2: Cena’s Heel Turn and Historic 17th Title
John Cena def. Cody Rhodes (Undisputed WWE Championship)
In a polarizing main event, John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes to become a 17-time world champion, surpassing Ric Flair’s long-standing record. The match took a controversial turn when rapper Travis Scott interfered, distracting Rhodes long enough for Cena to capitalize with a low blow and a championship belt strike. This victory solidifies Cena’s ongoing heel turn, a character shift that has revitalized his career during his retirement tour .IYO SKY def. Bianca Belair & Rhea Ripley (Women’s World Championship)
The opening match set the bar high as IYO SKY retained her title in a thrilling triple threat. Sky’s Over the Moonsault onto both opponents sealed her victory, earning praise as one of the best women’s matches in WrestleMania history .Dominik Mysterio def. Bron Breakker, Finn Bálor, & Penta (Intercontinental Championship)
“Dirty Dom” shocked fans by pinning Judgment Day teammate Finn Bálor to claim his first singles title on the main roster. The match featured chaos, including Bron Breakker spearing Carlito through an announce table .Becky Lynch Returns!
Lynch made a triumphant comeback, teaming with Lyra Valkyria to dethrone Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez for the Women’s Tag Team Titles. Her return injects fresh energy into the division .Other Key Results
Drew McIntyre defeated Damian Priest in a brutal Sin City Street Fight, avenging past losses .
Logan Paul outlasted AJ Styles, showcasing his growing in-ring prowess .
Randy Orton squashed TNA Champion Joe Hendry in a short but memorable open challenge .
Night 1: Rollins’ Redemption and New Champions
Seth Rollins def. Roman Reigns & CM Punk (Triple Threat Match)
Rollins triumphed after Paul Heyman betrayed both Reigns and Punk, hitting low blows and handing Rollins a steel chair. This chaotic finish sets up future feuds involving all three stars .Jey Uso def. Gunther (World Heavyweight Championship)
Jey’s emotional victory ended Gunther’s historic reign, marking his first world title win. The match featured brutal chops and a climactic sleeper hold submission .The New Day def. The War Raiders (World Tag Team Titles)
Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods reclaimed tag team gold with a high-flying finish, proving their enduring legacy .Tiffany Stratton def. Charlotte Flair (WWE Women’s Championship)
Stratton retained her title in a technical battle, targeting Flair’s injured knee to secure the win .Jacob Fatu def. LA Knight (United States Championship)
The “Samoan Werewolf” dominated Knight, winning his first WWE title with a jaw-dropping moonsault .
The Aftermath: What’s Next?
John Cena’s Reign: As a heel champion, Cena’s potential opponents include Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, or even a returning Rock .
Judgment Day Tensions: Dominik Mysterio’s title win may fracture the faction, especially with Finn Bálor’s pinfall loss .
Becky Lynch’s Impact: Her return could reignite feuds with Rhea Ripley or IYO SKY, reshaping the women’s division .
WrestleMania 41 balanced nostalgia with forward momentum, cementing new stars while honoring legends. John Cena’s record-breaking win and Becky Lynch’s return headlined a weekend that will be remembered for its audacious storytelling and in-ring excellence. As WWE transitions into 2025, the stage is set for seismic shifts in power—and plenty of unfinished business.