WrestleMania 42 Predictions: Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns & Jade Cargill Picks

Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar Prediction

This is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated matches of the entire weekend, with fans split on who could win. Oba Femi feels like the wrestler who needs this victory more, and he would be our preferred winner. However, WWE appears committed to keeping Brock Lesnar dominant heading into SummerSlam, where a potential retirement storyline could take shape. Despite the upside for Oba Femi, we’re predicting Brock Lesnar to win.

Our prediction: Brock Lesnar

Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match Prediction

This ladder match has all the ingredients to steal the show. Any of the competitors could walk out champion, and it would feel justified. From an in-ring standpoint, this has the potential to be the best match of the weekend. Penta retaining the title makes the most sense given how recently he won it. Meanwhile, Je’Von Evans becoming the youngest Intercontinental Champion in WWE history would be a huge moment, but it feels unlikely this early.

Our prediction: Penta retains

Jade Cargill vs Naomi Prediction

Unfortunately, this women’s title match has suffered from a lackluster build. Both Jade Cargill and Naomi are strong personalities in the division, but the storyline hasn’t given them much meaningful direction heading into WrestleMania. Regardless of the outcome, SmackDown’s women’s division will need a reset after the event. A fresh feud, possibly involving talent from NXT, could help rebuild momentum. We’re expecting Jade Cargill to retain the championship.

Our prediction: Jade Cargill retains

Sami Zayn vs Trick Williams Prediction

This United States Championship match feels unnecessary for the title itself and could have easily been a non-title WrestleMania bout. It also raises questions about Carmelo Hayes potentially missing out on a spot. Even so, the match should still deliver in the ring. The only logical outcome here is a Trick Williams victory, as Sami Zayn does not need another mid-card title at this stage and should be moving toward the main event scene.

Our prediction: Trick Williams wins the United States Championship

Finn Bálor vs Dominik Mysterio Prediction

There is no realistic scenario where Finn Bálor should lose this match, especially now that he is returning as The Demon. Dominik Mysterio is not positioned to defeat a revived Demon character at WrestleMania. The build has been underwhelming, but the result feels straightforward.

Our prediction: Finn Bálor wins

CM Punk vs Roman Reigns Prediction

This main event could truly go either way, as both CM Punk and Roman Reigns have strong arguments for victory. However, a Roman Reigns win opens up far more compelling long-term storytelling possibilities after WrestleMania.

CM Punk can always regain momentum and chase the title again later, but Roman holding the championship feels like the stronger creative direction moving forward. Hopefully, this match lives up to the standard set by their triple threat encounter with Seth Rollins last year.

Our prediction: Roman Reigns wins