WWE has already confirmed two marquee matchups for WrestleMania 40, with Cody Rhodes set to face Roman Reigns and Becky Lynch squaring off against Rhea Ripley. In addition to these bouts, internal documents reveal that two more significant matches are in the works for the event.
Randy Orton is slated to go head-to-head with Logan Paul, while LA Knight is scheduled to take on AJ Styles at WrestleMania 40. These matchups were set up during the recent Elimination Chamber event, where Styles interfered in a match, costing Knight a title shot, and Paul delivered a knockout blow to Orton.
Originally planned to feud with Knight, Paul's unexpected rivalry with Orton has added an intriguing dynamic to the WrestleMania 40 card. While Paul and Knight would have made formidable opponents due to their gimmicks and microphone skills, the decision to pair Paul with Orton is seen as a strategic move to elevate Paul's in-ring performance.
Meanwhile, the clash between Knight and Styles promises to be a compelling upper midcard bout with a strong storyline foundation. Styles, now a heel, is targeting Knight, who stepped in to challenge Reigns in a previous event after Styles was sidelined by The Bloodline.
With these matchups, WWE is assembling a star-studded WrestleMania 40 card that is generating significant buzz among fans. Despite the absence of certain high-profile names like Brock Lesnar and CM Punk, the presence of The Rock, The Bloodline, and the confirmed matches indicate that WrestleMania 40 is poised to be a historic event.
As anticipation builds for the event, WWE is expected to announce additional matches, potentially including an Intercontinental title bout for Gunther and opportunities for top talents like Bianca Belair, Sami Zayn, and Kevin Owens. The event may also feature matches involving Jimmy and Jey Uso, as well as appearances by The Rock and Rhodes.
Overall, the lineup for WrestleMania 40 is shaping up to be one of the most compelling in WWE history. With the addition of high-profile matchups and the ongoing speculation surrounding potential bouts, the event is likely to draw strong viewership for Raw and SmackDown, setting the stage for a WrestleMania that will be remembered for years to come.
