WWE WrestleMania 40’s Night 2 was an event filled with high stakes, unexpected outcomes, and emotional moments that captivated the audience at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. The night featured multiple world championship matches, including Bayley’s challenge against Iyo Sky for the WWE Women’s World Title and Seth Rollins defending his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Drew McIntyre. However, the main event that stole the show was Cody Rhodes’ quest to “finish his story” against Roman Reigns in a thrilling Bloodline Rules Match.
McIntyre’s Triumph and Priest’s Opportunistic Cash-In
The night kicked off with a bang as Drew McIntyre faced Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Both competitors had spectacular entrances, setting the tone for the intense battle that followed. McIntyre’s early Claymore Kick and Rollins’ quick Stomp added to the excitement, keeping the fans on the edge of their seats. Ultimately, McIntyre emerged victorious, only to be blindsided by Damian Priest, who cashed in his Money in the Bank contract to claim the title. This unexpected turn of events added a layer of intrigue to the championship landscape.
The Pride vs. The Final Testament: A Philadelphia Street Fight
The Pride and The Final Testament clashed in a Philadelphia Street Fight, with special guest referee Bubba Ray Dudley adding to the match’s allure. Despite some lighting issues that momentarily distracted the crowd, the match was well-received, showcasing the competitors’ resilience and determination.
LA Knight’s Impressive Victory over AJ Styles
LA Knight and AJ Styles went head-to-head in a grudge match that had fans on their feet. Despite the “turn the lights off” chants from the crowd, both superstars delivered a compelling performance, with Knight securing a significant win over the legendary Styles.
Logan Paul Retains the US Championship
In a triple threat match for the WWE US Championship, Logan Paul defended his title against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. The match was filled with high-flying moves and near-falls, keeping the audience engaged. Paul’s victory, with assistance from the unexpected interference of rapper I Show Speed, solidified his position as a formidable champion.
Bayley’s WrestleMania Moment
Bayley’s first singles WrestleMania match against Iyo Sky for the WWE Women’s World Championship was a technical masterpiece. The crowd rallied behind Bayley, who finally achieved her WrestleMania moment by defeating Sky to capture the title.
Cody Rhodes’ Emotional Victory over Roman Reigns
The main event of the night was the highly anticipated Bloodline Rules Match between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns for the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship. Rhodes’ entrance, accompanied by his wife Brandi, set the stage for a memorable battle. In an emotional and wild match, Rhodes emerged victorious, ending Reigns’ historic title reign and “finishing his story” in dramatic fashion. The celebration that followed, with WWE Superstars and Rhodes’ family joining him in the ring, was a testament to the impact of this momentous victory.
WWE WrestleMania 40 Night 2 will be remembered for its surprises, emotional highs, and the crowning of new champions. As the dust settles, the WWE Universe looks forward to the ramifications of these outcomes on the future of the company.
