The WrestleMania 42 week starts on April 13 and runs for a full week with daily shows and events. It begins with WWE Raw on April 13. For India, this go-home episode airs at 5:30 AM IST on Tuesday. The next day, WWE NXT follows at the same time, 5:30 AM IST on Wednesday.
From April 16 to April 20, the WWE World fan event runs daily. In India, it starts at 10:30 PM IST each day. On April 17, WWE SmackDown airs at 5:00 AM IST on Saturday. Later that same day, the WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony takes place at 9:30 AM IST. The ceremony will take place at Dolby Live in Las Vegas. This year’s class includes AJ Styles and Stephanie McMahon in the modern era category.
The main shows are on the weekend. WrestleMania 42 Night 1 happens on April 18, starting at 3:30 AM IST on Sunday. WrestleMania 42 Night 2 follows on April 19, also at 3:30 AM IST on Monday. The week ends with WWE Raw after Mania on April 20, which airs at 5:00 AM IST on Tuesday.
WrestleMania 42 Week: Top Storylines To Watch
One of the most personal stories is between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. Their long friendship has broken down after Orton attacked Rhodes out of jealousy over his success. Pat McAfee being in Orton’s corner adds more tension, and there are talks that Jelly Roll could get involved too.
Another big match is CM Punk vs Roman Reigns. Reigns returned, won the Royal Rumble, and went straight after Punk’s title. Their promos have been intense, and both are huge names, so this feels like a major clash.
Finn Bálor is bringing back his “Demon” persona against Dominik Mysterio. The Demon has never lost at WrestleMania, which makes this match even bigger. There is also history between them from their time in the same group.
A very interesting matchup is Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar. Femi is seen as a rising star, while Lesnar is a legend nearing the end of his career. This could be a passing-of-the-torch moment, and it might also lead to a future program with Gunther.
Finally, AJ Lee is back on the WrestleMania stage. She will defend her title against Becky Lynch. This continues their rivalry and marks her first WrestleMania match in many years.
WrestleMania 42: Date, Venue Change, and Key Details
WrestleMania 42 is a WWE event set for 18 and 19 April 2026. It will be held at Allegiant Stadium as a two-night show featuring wrestlers from Raw and SmackDown. The event was first planned for Caesars Superdome on April 11–12, but was moved to Las Vegas and delayed by a week after a higher hosting bid.
This will be the third WrestleMania in Las Vegas and the second in a row at Allegiant Stadium. It is only the second time the event is held at the same venue in consecutive years. It will also be the first WrestleMania to stream on ESPN in the United States, with part of the show airing on ESPN channels. John Cena is set to host the event.
WWE World Fan Event & Raw After WrestleMania
The WWE World Fan Event runs from April 16 to 20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. It is a fan-focused event during WrestleMania week. Fans can meet WWE Superstars, take photos, and attend meet-and-greet sessions. There are also interactive exhibits and displays showing old memorabilia. Popular wrestling podcasts will record live episodes there, and special merchandise will be sold that is not available anywhere else.
The WWE Raw after WrestleMania on April 20 is one of the most talked-about shows every year. It takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and usually marks the start of a new phase in WWE storylines. Some big names already confirmed include Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Rhea Ripley, Logan Paul, Oba Femi, and Stephanie Vaquer.
WrestleMania 42 Week: Where to Watch & Streaming Platforms
In the United States, WWE Raw (April 13 and 20) is on Netflix. WWE NXT airs on The CW at 8 PM ET, while WWE SmackDown is on USA Network. The WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony and both nights of WrestleMania are on ESPN Unlimited. The first hour of WrestleMania will also air on TV, with Saturday on ESPN2 and Sunday on ESPN, but full access needs the subscription.
In India, the event will be shown on Sony Sports Network for TV viewers, and streamed on SonyLIV. Outside the US, most regions use Netflix. This includes the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the Middle East. In the UK, the full show is also available later on demand.
FAQs
Q. Who is hosting WrestleMania 42?
A. John Cena is set to host the event.
Q. What are some top matches or storylines?
A. Key rivalries include Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton and CM Punk vs Roman Reigns.
Q. What happens after WrestleMania 42?
A. WWE Raw after WrestleMania usually features big returns, debuts, and new storylines starting.
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