The first night of WrestleMania 42 saw a significant number of winners and losers, with Cody Rhodes retaining the Undisputed WWE Championship. The biggest event of the year produced wrestlers in varying states, from new champions to competitors poised for main event pushes. The highlight of the night was the debut match of IShowSpeed, a YouTube influencer who performed well and delivered well in his debut match. Drew McIntyre's performance was criticized, but he remains hopeful about his future at the top of the SmackDown card. Paige made her return after eight years away from professional wrestling, winning her first title since her Divas Championship reigns over a decade ago. Referee Jessika Carr found herself in the middle of a match and could be seen as a trend towards more professional wrestling.