Drew McIntyre being named the undisputed WWE Champion received backing from both himself and former titleholder Cody Rhodes, who was eager to offer WWE fans a fresh storyline and establish himself as a key contender leading into WrestleMania 42. On a recent episode of “The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy,” wrestling star Matt Hardy agreed with this viewpoint, highlighting the potential for exciting new championship narratives as WrestleMania approaches.
Hardy expressed his desire for a fresh main event at WrestleMania, saying, “Having Drew McIntyre as champion injects new energy into the scene and sparks curiosity around who will challenge him next. It opens up various possibilities, like whether he’ll retain his title or if Cody gets a rematch, which keeps things engaging.” Earlier WWE plans had hinted at a third title clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42, but Hardy feels this would lack the impact of their previous encounters. He suggested that while a rubber match could still be meaningful at another event, the WrestleMania main event should feature something new.
As the Royal Rumble approaches, Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes are set to compete in the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble match, while McIntyre will defend his championship against Sami Zayn, making for a card full of high-stakes action.
Fan Take: This shake-up in the WWE title scene injects fresh excitement into WrestleMania 42, giving fans unpredictable storylines and new rivalries to anticipate. It’s crucial for WWE to evolve its main event picture to keep the product dynamic and maintain passionate fan engagement moving forward.
