Buckle Up for WrestleMania 40: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Electrifies the Event
WrestleMania, the granddaddy of them all, returns this weekend for its 40th iteration! With the legendary Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson set for a tag team in-ring return, this two-night extravaganza promises to be action-packed and unforgettable. Whether you’re a die-hard WWE fan or a casual observer, here’s everything you need to know about WrestleMania 40.
How to Watch WrestleMania 40
Gone are the days of pay-per-view. This year, WrestleMania 40 will be available exclusively on Peacock, NBC’s streaming service. Peacock offers two subscription tiers:
- Ad-supported ($5.99/month): This plan allows you to stream WrestleMania 40 live, along with access to thousands of hours of shows, movies, and replays of WWE events.
- Ad-free ($9.99/month): Upgrade to this tier for an uninterrupted viewing experience, plus the ability to download select content for offline watching.
Here’s a quick tip: Peacock is currently offering a special deal – six months of the ad-supported tier for just $2.99/month! This is a perfect opportunity to catch WrestleMania and explore Peacock’s library.
When is WrestleMania 40?
Mark your calendars! WrestleMania 40 will be a two-night event, starting on:
- Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET
- Sunday, April 7th, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET
Don’t worry about missing out if you’re on the West Coast – both nights will air at 4:00 PM PT.
The Rock Returns! A Look at the WrestleMania 40 Match Card
Night 1 (Saturday, April 6th):
- The Rock & Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins: This is the dream match that will set the tone for the weekend. The Rock’s return alongside Roman Reigns against the formidable team of Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins promises an electrifying start.
- Women’s World Championship: Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch: A battle for the Women’s Championship title, this match is sure to showcase the power and athleticism of both competitors.
- Intercontinental Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Sami Zayn: The Intercontinental Championship is also on the line in this exciting encounter.
- Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso: A heated sibling rivalry explodes in the ring.
- Six-Pack Ladder Match for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships: This high-octane match will see multiple teams vying for the prestigious Tag Team titles.
- Bianca Belair, Naomi & Jade Cargill vs. Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Asuka & Kairi Sane): A thrilling six-woman tag team bout.
- Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee vs. Santos Escobar & Dominik Mysterio: A clash of legendary luchadors!
Night 2 (Sunday, April 7th):
- Undisputed WWE Universal Championship: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Cody Rhodes: The highly anticipated main event! After their tag team collision on Night 1, Roman Reigns will go head-to-head with Cody Rhodes for the ultimate WWE Championship title.
- World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyre: Another championship match, this time for the World Heavyweight Championship.
- WWE Women’s Championship: Iyo Sky (c) vs. Bayley: The WWE Women’s Championship is up for grabs in this showdown.
- United States Championship Triple Threat: Logan Paul (c) vs. Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens: A triple threat match for the United States Championship promises a chaotic and unpredictable battle.
- LA Knight vs. AJ Styles: A clash of titans between two phenomenal wrestlers.
- Bobby Lashley & The Street Profits (Montez Ford & Angelo Dawkins) vs. The Final Testament (Karrion Kross & The Authors of Pain (Akam & Rezar)): An epic six-man tag team fight.