WrestleMania 42: UK start time, matches announced and viewing parties taking place in Leeds
The grandest stage of them all has officially arrived, and this year, the stakes are higher than ever.
This weekend, WWE brings its pop-culture juggernaut, WrestleMania 42, to the spectacular Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, promising two unforgettable nights of high-octane action, bitter personal rivalries, and monumental championship showdowns.
With a star-studded card that blends long-standing feuds with mainstream celebrity appeal - including appearances from the likes of Logan Paul and IShowSpeed - it is set to be one of the most unpredictable spectacles in sports entertainment history.
The weekend is anchored by two colossal main events: CM Punk going to war with Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship, and ‘The American Nightmare’ Cody Rhodes putting his Undisputed WWE Championship on the line against his former mentor, Randy Orton, flanked (and goodness knows why...) by Pat McAfee.
Whether you are preparing to stay up late on the sofa or looking to head out into Leeds to soak up the electric atmosphere alongside fellow wrestling fans, here is everything you need to know ahead of the opening bell.
What time does WrestleMania 42 start in the UK?
As is (new) tradition, WrestleMania is split across two massive nights: April 18 and April 19.
For fans watching here in the UK, the main card for both nights is scheduled to kick off at 11pm BST - a much friendlier start time than the usual 1am slot - and will air exclusively in the United Kingdom on Netflix.
On-demand repeat watches can be undertaken shortly after the event’s initial broadcast.
What matches are scheduled to take place at WrestleMania 42?
WWE has stacked the deck for Las Vegas, featuring top championship matches and deeply personal feuds this year.
Here is the confirmed card for the two-night extravaganza:
Saturday (Night 1)
- Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Randy Orton (with Pat McAfee)
- Women's World Championship: Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Liv Morgan
- Women’s Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee (c) vs. Becky Lynch
- WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship Fatal 4-Way: Nia Jax & Lash Legend (c) vs. Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs. Bayley & Lyra Valkyria vs. The Bella Twins
- Unsanctioned Match: Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre
- Six-Man Tag Team Match: Logan Paul, Austin Theory & IShowSpeed vs. The Usos & LA Knight
- Seth Rollins vs. Gunther
Sunday (Night 2)
- World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk (c) vs. Roman Reigns
- WWE Women's Championship: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Rhea Ripley
- United States Championship: Sami Zayn (c) vs. Trick Williams
- Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: Penta (c) vs. Je’Von Evans vs. Dragon Lee vs. JD McDonagh vs. Rusev vs. Rey Mysterio
- Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar
- ‘The Demon’ Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio
What are the current betting odds going into WrestleMania 42?
With such an unpredictable card, fans and punters alike are trying to call the results ahead of the weekend.
According to the latest odds provided by MyBettingSites, the challengers are currently tipped to dethrone the champions in both of the weekend's massive main events.
"The Tribal Chief" Roman Reigns is walking into his World Heavyweight Championship clash as the clear favourite to defeat CM Punk, while Randy Orton is currently backed to end Cody Rhodes' Undisputed WWE Championship reign.
WWE World Heavyweight Championship
- Roman Reigns: 2/5 (Favourite)
- CM Punk (c): 13/8
Undisputed WWE Championship
- Randy Orton: 4/7 (Favourite)
- Cody Rhodes (c): 6/5
(Odds are correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly).
Are any places in Leeds showing WrestleMania 42 live this weekend?
If you don't fancy watching from the sofa, the local wrestling community in Leeds is turning out in force.
The Brotherhood of Pursuits and Pastimes (New Briggate) is the undisputed heavyweight champion of WWE viewing parties in the city. Continuing their tradition of hosting massive wrestling events, Brotherhood will be keeping the doors open late to screen the action live across their countless HD screens.
Expect a vibrant atmosphere, plenty of fancy dress, themed drinks, and a crowd that knows exactly when to boo, cheer, and chant.
With the earlier 11pm start time this year, tables are expected to fill up incredibly quickly, so booking ahead or getting down early is highly recommended to secure a good view of the screens.