You know what they say in the wrestling business… Plans Change.
In the newly released Netflix docuseries WWE Unreal, fans were given a rare behind-the-scenes look at what the original plans for WrestleMania 41 were shaping up to be before the card went through significant changes.
The series, which pulls back the curtain on WWE’s creative process and the constant shifts in booking, revealed the initial lineup that could have been presented to fans on “The Grandest Stage of Them All.”
WWE Unreal highlights how the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling can drastically alter even the biggest shows of the year, with last-minute pivots creating entirely new narratives for fans. For longtime WWE followers, this inside look at the scrapped WrestleMania 41 plans offers a fascinating glimpse into the chaos and creativity behind building the biggest wrestling spectacle on the planet.
Below is the original WrestleMania 41 lineup, which is noticeably different than what WWE eventually ended up going with.
- WWE Undisputed Championship Match: Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena
- Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns
- WWE World Championship Match: Gunther vs. CM Punk
- WWE Women’s World Championship Match: Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair
- WWE Women’s Championship Match: Nia Jax vs. Jade Cargill
- Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens
- The Judgment Day vs. The Wyatt Sicks
- Becky Lynch & Charlotte vs. Asuka & IYO
- AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul
- Bad Bunny vs. Dominik Mysterio
- Bron Breakker vs. Drew McIntyre with Special Guest Referee Stone Cold Steve Austin
- Rey Mysterio (w/Travis Scott) vs. Gable
- WWE Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: Jey Uso vs. Damian Priest vs. Sami Zayn vs. Sheamus vs. Ludwig vs. Bronson Reed
- WWE United States Championship Ladder Match: Nakamura vs. LA Knight vs. Santos vs. Jimmy Uso vs. Andrade vs. Solo Sikoa vs. Carmelo Hayes
Stay tuned to Bodyslam.net for more coverage on WWE Unreal and other behind-the-scenes stories from the world of professional wrestling.
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