WWE WrestleMania 40 Night 1 Results: The Rock, Roman Reigns Win; Sami Zayn New Intercontinental Champion

WrestleMania 40 Night 1 saw electrifying moments with champions retaining titles and new ones crowned, including Rhea Ripley defeating Becky Lynch.

The electrifying night of WWE WrestleMania 40 Night 1 brought forth a plethora of heart-stopping moments as champions defended their titles and new champions were crowned. Rhea Ripley proved her dominance by overcoming the fierce challenge of Becky Lynch to retain her Women's World Championship.

In a chaotic Six-Pack Ladder Match, The Awesome Truth and A-Town Down Under emerged victorious, splitting the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship amidst intense competition from The Judgment Day, #DIY, The New Day, and New Catch Republic. Rey Mysterio and Andrade showcased seamless teamwork in their victory over Santos Escobar and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, while familial rivalry took center stage with Jey Uso triumphing over Jimmy Uso. In a thrilling Six-Woman Tag Team Match, Jade Cargill, Naomi, and Bianca Belair displayed their collective strength to overcome Damage CTRL.

Sami Zayn captured the Intercontinental Championship in a hard-fought battle against Gunther, and in a match resonating with legacies, The Rock and Roman Reigns joined forces to conquer Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins, leaving the audience in awe of their dominance and skill.

Rhea Ripley's mission to not only defeat Becky Lynch but to humiliate her with her incredible strength advantage was a sight to behold. Lynch, known for her fighting spirit, refused to be dominated and fought back in typical Lasskicker fashion. The Man gained the upper hand with a huge leg drop, but Ripley's power prevailed as she dumped Lynch on her head.

The night saw the crowning of two new Tag Team Champion duos, The Awesome Truth and A-Town Down Under, who captured gold by unlatching two different sets of titles. The action was fast and furious, with memorable moments like Tyler Bate's airplane spin on Finn Bálor and Kofi Kingston's high-flying antics.

Rey Mysterio and Andrade's victory over Santos Escobar and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio was a showcase of athleticism and teamwork, with the surprise appearance of NFL superstars Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson adding to the excitement. The emotional battle between Jey and Jimmy Uso ended in Jey's victory, and the dream team of Jade Cargill, Naomi, and Bianca Belair proved unstoppable in their match against Damage CTRL.

Sami Zayn's hard-fought victory over Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship marked the end of Gunther's record reign, while The Rock and Roman Reigns' triumph over Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins in the main event solidified their dominance. The night ended with anticipation for the main event of WrestleMania XL Sunday, contested under Bloodline Rules.

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