WWE’s biggest night kicked off with surprise champions, powerful returns, and emotional performances as WrestleMania 41 Night 1 delivered high-octane action from Las Vegas.
Las Vegas, April 20:
WrestleMania 41 Night 1 lit up the Allegiant Arena with electrifying matches, historic victories, and dramatic entrances. From Jey Uso claiming the WWE World Heavyweight Championship to Tiffany Stratton retaining her Women’s Title in a show-stealing bout, the first night of WWE’s annual spectacle did not disappoint.
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In a jaw-dropping opening, Jey Uso stunned fans by defeating Gunther to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, marking one of the most emotional moments of the night. Another major upset came when Jacob Fatu defeated LA Knight after hitting three consecutive moonsaults to become the new WWE United States Champion.
Tiffany Stratton retained her WWE Women’s Championship in a thrilling clash against Charlotte Flair, surviving a top-rope Natural Selection before delivering her signature “Prettiest Moonsault Ever” to secure victory.
Meanwhile, The New Day bested The War Raiders to become the new WWE Tag Team Champions, while Jade Cargill marked her return with a dominant win over Naomi, catching her mid-air for a power suplex that left the crowd in awe.
El Grande Americano, rumored to be Chad Gable under the mask, defeated Rey Fenix in a fast-paced Lucha Libre showcase. WWE also confirmed a major acquisition — the purchase of Mexican wrestling promotion AAA, adding further excitement to the global expansion of the brand.
As the night reached its crescendo, the main event kicked off featuring CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins in a highly anticipated triple-threat clash, with Paul Heyman unexpectedly siding with Punk. The match began with grand entrances, including a live music performance for Punk.
With Night 1 setting the stage ablaze, fans now eagerly await WrestleMania 41 Night 2, which promises even more unforgettable moments.
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