On Saturday, September 20, 2025, WWE presented its inaugural Wrestlepalooza event at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. This marked a significant milestone as WWE’s first major event streamed exclusively on ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer platform, ESPN Unlimited. The action-packed card featured high-stakes matches, surprise returns, and unforgettable moments.
Main Event: Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre – Undisputed WWE Championship
In the night’s headline match, Cody Rhodes successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against Drew McIntyre. Despite returning from a brief hiatus to film Street Fighter, Rhodes showcased resilience. McIntyre dominated early, but a misstep led to an injury. Rhodes capitalized, delivering a Cody Cutter followed by a Cross Rhodes to secure the pinfall victory.
Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena – Final Showdown
Brock Lesnar and John Cena faced off in what was billed as their final encounter. Lesnar dominated the match, overpowering Cena with his brute strength. Despite Cena’s valiant efforts, Lesnar emerged victorious, marking a definitive end to their storied rivalry.
Women’s World Championship: Stephanie Vaquer vs. Iyo Sky
Stephanie Vaquer captured the vacant Women’s World Championship by defeating Iyo Sky in a high-energy match. Vaquer executed a Spiral Tap for the win, marking her first major championship on WWE’s main roster. Post-match, Sky acknowledged Vaquer’s victory by handing her the championship belt, symbolizing a respectful passing of the torch.
Mixed Tag Team Match: CM Punk & AJ Lee vs. Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch
In a highly anticipated mixed tag team match, CM Punk and AJ Lee teamed up to face Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch. After a decade-long hiatus, AJ Lee returned to the ring, showcasing her signature moves. The duo of Punk and Lee secured the win, submitting Rollins and Lynch in a thrilling contest.
Tag Team Match: The Usos vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed
The Usos faced off against Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed in a tag team match that saw the latter duo emerge victorious. The match featured intense action, with Breakker and Reed showcasing their dominance over the veteran Usos.
How to Watch Wrestlepalooza 2025
Wrestlepalooza 2025 was streamed live on ESPN Unlimited in the United States. International viewers had access through Netflix. The event was not available on traditional ESPN channels but could be accessed via the ESPN app for subscribers. ESPN Unlimited is available for $29.99/month or bundled with Hulu and Disney+ for the same price.
Event Schedule
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Pre-show: 5:00 PM ET / 2:30 AM IST
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Main Card Start: 7:00 PM ET / 4:30 AM IST
WWE Shop
Fans can purchase exclusive Wrestlepalooza merchandise, including event-specific apparel and collectibles.
Quick Results Summary
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Cody Rhodes retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against Drew McIntyre.
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Brock Lesnar defeated John Cena in their final match.
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Stephanie Vaquer won the Women’s World Championship by defeating Iyo Sky.
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CM Punk & AJ Lee triumphed over Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch in a mixed tag team match.
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Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed defeated The Usos in a tag team contest.
