With less than two months remaining until WrestleMania 42, the lineup is developing quite slowly, with CM Punk currently the only confirmed contender defending his World Heavyweight Championship against Roman Reigns. WWE has been facing challenges lately due to Triple H’s uninspired creative direction, his controversial backing of Donald Trump, and high ticket prices, leading to a dip in WrestleMania 42 ticket sales. Without any major matches announced so far, it’s difficult to imagine this year’s event living up to the high expectations. However, there’s a clear way to boost excitement: featuring Bad Bunny in the main event.
Bad Bunny has rapidly become the world’s most popular entertainer. Last month, he won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year and also headlined the halftime show at Super Bowl 60. Despite some controversy—particularly from critics like President Trump due to his Spanish-language performances—he enjoys massive support from millions of fans. Taylor Swift’s reign as the top entertainer may be over, as Bad Bunny’s cultural impact continues to grow. For WWE, aligning with Bad Bunny means tapping into his vast popularity and media buzz, something Triple H is likely eager to capitalize on, especially given Bad Bunny’s demonstrated wrestling skill during his previous WWE appearances. Rumors indicate that Bad Bunny could be making a WWE comeback sooner rather than later.
WrestleMania 42 is currently lacking the high anticipation that accompanied previous events. Icons like John Cena, The Rock, and popular star Cody Rhodes won’t be appearing, and the most anticipated match seems to be CM Punk versus Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship. The WWE Championship is expected to be a triple threat involving Drew McIntyre, Rose, and Jacob Fatu, which doesn’t promise much excitement. In contrast to WrestleManias 39 to 41, which featured blockbuster main events, this year’s card feels underwhelming. The return to Las Vegas for a second consecutive year hasn’t helped matters either, making it harder to create the kind of buzz that WWE traditionally relies on for its biggest show.
To revive interest, WWE needs to maximize the buzz surrounding Bad Bunny’s immense fanbase. Should he return for WrestleMania 42, his match must be showcased prominently—ideally the main event on the first night—to attract widespread attention and elevate subscriber numbers dramatically. While CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns might remain the closing match on WrestleMania Sunday, Bad Bunny deserves the spotlight on Saturday, as the current WWE Championship match doesn’t warrant main event status. A potential feud against Logan Paul, possibly involving Logan’s brother Jake Paul as a guest referee or ally, appears to be the most compelling storyline. Regardless of the opponent, Bad Bunny’s presence alone would be a massive draw.
Historically, celebrities have headlined WrestleMania before, such as NFL legend Lawrence Taylor wrestling Bam Bam Bigelow at WrestleMania 11—a decision once questioned but now understood in context. Bad Bunny combines the charisma and fighting ability to connect with die-hard WWE fans and also attract new viewers unfamiliar with professional wrestling. The mystery of who he will face only adds intrigue, but the main attraction is undeniably Bad Bunny himself.
Fan Take: This news is significant for WWE fans as it highlights a potential game-changer who can bring fresh energy and mainstream attention to WrestleMania. Featuring Bad Bunny in a prominent role could boost viewership, broaden WWE’s audience, and inject excitement into a card that currently lacks star power.
