WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 REVIEW - Cody Rhodes Vs. Randy Orton! Paige RETURNS! Liv Morgan Is World Champion! No More Pat McAfee?!

The WhatCulture Wrestling podcast delivers a vibrant, energetic review of WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1, celebrating a night packed with emotional returns, standout performances, and high-stakes storytelling. The episode opens with a strong reception for the main event of Cody Rhodes versus Randy Orton, a match that exceeded low expectations with its emotional weight, technical precision, and dramatic twists—culminating in Cody retaining the WWE Championship after a brutal, two-part battle. The review highlights the return of Paige as a pivotal moment, praised for its timing, execution, and the massive crowd reaction, while also spotlighting the strong performances of Jacob Fatu, Becky Lynch, and the Bellas’ tag team victory. The podcast also applauds the return of Bron Breaker, the intense women’s Intercontinental title match, and the standout match between Seth Rollins and Gunther, which was hailed as the match of the night. Despite some concerns over match length and booking decisions, the hosts express genuine excitement for Night Two, particularly the anticipated rematch between Liv Morgan and Stephanie Vaquer, and the potential fallout from the controversial finish.