Cody Rhodes retains WWE title at WrestleMania 42 Night One

Cody Rhodes successfully defended the Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton in the main event of WrestleMania 42 Night One, closing an event that delivered a mix of title changes, dramatic moments, and surprise developments.

The show opened with a six-man tag team match featuring The Usos alongside content creator IShowSpeed, setting the tone for a high-energy night.

Across the card, multiple titles changed hands in the women’s division, with the Women’s World Championship, Women’s Intercontinental Championship, and WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship all seeing new champions crowned.

Rhodes’ victory over Orton proved decisive, though the latter reacted angrily to the loss, adding further tension to their ongoing rivalry.

With a combination of high-stakes matches, returns, and headline moments, the opening night of WrestleMania 42 offered a packed showcase for fans.