Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi
LAS VEGAS — The opening match of Night 2 featured veteran dominance versus rising power as Brock Lesnar faced Oba Femi in a physical, strength-heavy showdown. Lesnar attempted to overwhelm Femi early with suplexes and explosive offense, but Femi’s resilience and power base kept him in the fight.
The turning point came when Femi survived Lesnar’s biggest offensive burst and countered with a decisive sequence to score the upset victory. Following the match, Lesnar remained in the ring longer than usual, acknowledging the crowd in a moment that strongly hinted at a possible retirement or extended break from WWE, a detail heavily emphasized in post-match coverage.
Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match
The Intercontinental Championship bout was a six-man ladder match featuring Penta (champion), Je’Von Evans, Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh, Rusev, and Rey Mysterio.
The match was a nonstop sprint of high-risk offense, with competitors repeatedly climbing ladders for the title while others were wiped out with aerial and power moves. Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee delivered signature high-flying sequences, while McDonagh and Rusev used brute force to control portions of the match.
Penta managed to survive the chaos, repeatedly fighting off challengers near the top of the ladder to retain the championship in one of the most physically demanding matches of the night.
Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio (Street Fight)
A deeply personal grudge match saw Finn Bálor (as “The Demon”) take on Dominik Mysterio in a Street Fight rooted in betrayal and faction collapse.
The match spilled throughout the ringside area, using weapons and environment spots to escalate the intensity. Dominik tried to use desperation tactics and interference-style shortcuts, but Bálor’s “Demon” persona brought a more ruthless edge.
Bálor ultimately overwhelmed Dominik with sustained punishment and closed the match decisively, reinforcing his dominance in their fractured rivalry and further destabilizing the Judgment Day storyline.
United States Championship: Sami Zayn vs. Trick Williams
Sami Zayn defended the United States Championship against rising star Trick Williams in a competitive, fast-paced matchup.
Williams showcased athletic offense and near-falls that repeatedly put Zayn in danger, earning strong crowd support as an emerging contender. Zayn, however, leaned on veteran awareness and timing, surviving Williams’ biggest bursts of momentum.
In the closing stretch, Zayn managed to outmaneuver Williams to retain the title, though the match elevated Williams as a legitimate future title threat.
WWE Women’s Championship: Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley
Jade Cargill defended the WWE Women’s Championship against Rhea Ripley in a physically intense clash between two of WWE’s most dominant power athletes.
Ripley targeted Cargill with aggressive strikes and sustained pressure, attempting to break down the champion early. Cargill responded with raw strength and explosive counters, including power slams that shifted momentum back in her favor.
Despite Ripley’s push in the closing moments, Cargill survived and retained the championship, solidifying her position at the top of the division after a hard-fought defense.
World Heavyweight Championship Main Event: CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns
The main event featured CM Punk defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Roman Reigns in a high-stakes clash built on legacy, ego, and long-term storytelling.
Punk used experience, pacing, and ring awareness to counter Reigns’ power-based offense, targeting openings and attempting to wear him down over time. Reigns, however, weathered the strategy and gradually imposed his physical dominance as the match progressed.
In the final sequence, Reigns overcame Punk in a back-and-forth finish to capture the World Heavyweight Championship, ending Punk’s reign and reestablishing himself at the center of WWE’s main-event picture.
Closing Note
Night 2 of WrestleMania 42 blended rising-star breakthroughs, championship changes, and a main event that reinforced Roman Reigns’ top-tier status — but the most discussed moment beyond the titles was Brock Lesnar’s emotional post-match presentation, which strongly fueled speculation that fans may have seen his final WWE match.
