
Theory’s sleeper hold almost stopped Cena, but then Cena rebounded with a takedown followed by a “You Can’t See Me” taunt and a Five Knuckle Shuffle. One of Theory’s greatest assets is his ability to work a crowd and get fans to boo him. Theory again bit Cena to break out of the signature move and taunted the crowd with a “You Can’t See Me” reference. The opening match featured some highs and lows, like Theory biting Cena’s ear and Cena locking in the STF. John Cena, who holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the most Make-A-Wish wishes granted, made his big entrance accompanied by a group of Make-A-Wish kids who dreamt of attending WrestleMania.

The night also included The Judgement Day’s Rhea Ripley challenging Charlotte Flair for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.įormer honorary Bloodline member Sami Zayn teamed up with Kevin Owens to battle Jimmy and Jay of The Usos for the Undisputed Tag Team Championships. Night 1 featured a stacked card, starting with Austin Theory defending his United States Championship against John Cena.

As you’ll recall, WrestleMania 21 took place at the arena (then known as the Staples Center) back in 2005. WrestleMania 39, set for Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2 at SoFi Stadium, marked the pay per view’s second time coming to the Greater Los Angeles area. The biggest night of wrestling went Hollywood… again!
