WrestleMania 41: Cena Turns Heel, Epic Matches Await This April

LAS VEGAS, April 11, 2025 — The highly anticipated WrestleMania 41 is just days away as excitement builds for a weekend packed with thrilling matchups at Allegiant Stadium. The event, set for April 19 and 20, will feature notable clashes, including the unexpected heel turn of John Cena and his faceoff against Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

This year’s WrestleMania, often referred to as the grandest stage of them all, promises not only championship glory but also a dramatic narrative arc that fans have been following for months. Cena, shocking fans with his alignment with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in an attack on Rhodes, enters WrestleMania with a chance to claim a record-breaking 17th world title.

As the card takes shape, the most anticipated match on Night 1 is a triple threat battle featuring Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins. The ongoing rivalries have captivated WWE audiences and culminated in intense encounters leading to WrestleMania.

“The Royal Rumble has significant implications as it set the stage for major rivalries,” said WWE analyst Mark Johnson. “Each match will determine the direction of several storylines and characters moving forward.”

In addition to the headline match, fans can expect to see defending champions such as Tiffany Stratton, who will face Charlotte Flair for the WWE Women’s Championship, and Gunther, who will take on Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship.

The complete lineup for WrestleMania includes:

• Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins: This match highlights the intensity of their rivalry that escalated after Punk eliminated both Reigns and Rollins during the Rumble.
• Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Charlotte Flair: Stratton seeks to retain her title against the seasoned Flair.
• LA Knight (c) vs. Jacob Fatu: Fatu solidified his title shot by defeating Braun Strowman.
• Jade Cargill vs. Naomi: Following their recent conflict, both women will face off, with Cargill looking for revenge.
• The War Raiders (Erik and Ivar) (c) vs. New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods): The New Day seek redemption after a chaotic prior title match.
• Gunther (c) vs. Jey Uso: Uso surprises everyone with his Royal Rumble victory and challenges Gunther.
• Cody Rhodes (c) vs. John Cena: The main event of Night 2 seats Rhodes in a risky position against a reformed Cena.

WrestleMania 41 represents a significant turning point for many storylines, heightening stakes amid a backdrop of rivalries reaching their peak. “It’s the culmination of everything WWE has built throughout the year,” Johnson added. “Fans should expect the unexpected.”

Fans can watch WrestleMania 41 via Peacock in the U.S., or stream internationally on Netflix, with the main card beginning at 7 p.m. ET on both nights. Tickets for the events are still available but can cost upwards of $160 individually, with two-day packages starting around $700.

The presence of celebrities and electrifying matches will continue to draw interest as WrestleMania solidifies its place as wrestling’s biggest spectacle.

As the countdown to WrestleMania continues, fans are eager to see how the twists and turns of WWE history unfold in Las Vegas.