Wrestlemania 40, WWE's marquee event, is finally happening this weekend, and while many are abuzz about the main events, there are plenty of great matches scheduled for the weekend, including a few that might even steal the show.
"The showcase of the immortals" has arrived for its 31st year, and the WWE's "WrestleMania" card is proving to be a show-stealer. Even the "Kickoff" show is proving to have its own substantive card. From Levis Stadium, "WrestleMania 31" is essentially a showcase of NXT alumni as most of the card features at least one WWE Superstar who entered NXT, the developmental training grounds created by Triple H.
After retiring from professional wrestling, CM Punk has made the move into the world of mixed martial arts (MMA) signing a multi-year deal with Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), WWE is planning along the lines that The Undertaker will be competing at "Wrestlemania 31" possibly against Sting, NXT's next live event card -- "NXT Takeover: R Evolution" -- is set and WWE's quest to sign indy star Uhaa Nation has hit a snag.
CM Punk went on Colt Cabana's "Art of Wrestling" podcast last Wednesday to explain his departure from WWE, saying that he was fired on the day of his wedding to AJ Lee and accusing WWE of misdiagnosing several injuries he suffered during his tenure with the company. Also, The Undertake may not be able to make "WrestleMania 31" in 2015 to battle Sting and WWE makes signing Uhaa Nation a "top priority."
Also, Randy Orton and Wade Barrett set to return to action soon, Sheamus undergoes surgery, "NXT Takeover: R Evolution" card begins to flesh out, TNA Wrestling has a new television contract and Jeff Jarrett's Global Force Wrestling (GWF) looking to work with Ring of Honor (ROH).
Also, El Patron Alberto, previously known as Alberto Del Rio, comes to an agreement with WWE, Rey Mysterio looking to get into acting and Jim Ross teams up with Jeff Jarrett's Global Force Wrestling (GWF) to do commentary for New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) "WrestleKingdom 9" pay-per-view.
Also, the "Hell in a Cell" pay-per-view begins to take shape with the co-main events set for the card, Triple H announces when the next live NXT "Takeover" will take place and El Patron Alberto (Alberto Del Rio) set to compete at The Great Muta's 30th anniversary show in Japan.
With Roman Reigns out potentially for one to three months due to injury, CM Punk gone and Daniel Bryan still recovering from surgery, who will step up to fill that main event void among the WWE roster? Latin Post.com takes a look at some potential stars that could be pushed into the main event soon.
Also, Vince McMahon and Triple H contemplate potential matches for WWE World Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar, more matches added to "Night of Champions" while NXT's "Takeover II" is set for next week.
Also, The Wyatts punish Chris Jericho, Roman Reigns takes on Kane and Randy Orton, Bo Dallas goes 16-and-Bo at Damien Sandow's expense, Dolph Ziggler battles newly crowned Intercontinental Champion The Miz, The Great Khali tests Rusev, Cesaro attempts to take care of Dean Ambrose on behalf of The Authority, and WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee finally sees Paige's true colors.
Also, Sting collaborates with WWE and their "WWE 2K15" video game premiering new commercial and discussing potential "Wrestlemania 31" match against The Undertake while KENTA official signs with WWE.
Also, Roman Reigns goes up against Intercontinental Champion "Bad News" Barrett, Bo Dallas attempts to make a "Bo-Liever" out of R-Truth, Askana takes on Alicia Fox, Big E battles Jack Swagger, and Adam Rose and the "Exotic Express" face Fandango.
