The opened the main card and delivered one of the night's biggest surprises when Zack Ryder—who had barely been on television for years—climbed the ladder to capture the gold. Critics hailed the match as an excellent opener, with many giving it a four-star rating.
: Charlotte Flair, Becky Lynch, and Sasha Banks competed in a triple-threat match. Charlotte won, solidifying her place at the top of the new era.
4. Triple Threat for the Inaugural WWE Women's Championship: Charlotte Flair vs. Becky Lynch vs. Sasha Banks wwe wrestlemania 32 full show new
Zack Ryder’s shocking victory served as a genuine feel-good moment, leveraging the underdog trope effectively. This match demonstrated that the "New Era" talent (Owens, Zayn) could deliver high-quality performances. However, Ryder’s reign was short-lived, and the match was arguably overshadowed by the bloated runtime of the rest of the show. It remains a highlight for wrestling purists but was treated by the overall production as a "cool down" opening act rather than a main-event caliber contest.
If you want to see incredible ladders, a man nearly die from a 20-foot fall, and the birth of "The Guy" (Roman Reigns), this is your show. The opened the main card and delivered one
WWE had spent two years attempting to position Roman Reigns as the company’s top babyface (hero). However, the audience consistently rejected this push, viewing it as forced and artificial. Conversely, Triple H, the villainous authority figure, was often cheered by the sophisticated "smart" fanbase.
Zack Ryder vs. Kevin Owens (c) vs. Sami Zayn vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Stardust vs. Sin Cara vs. The Miz Charlotte won, solidifying her place at the top
Looking back a decade later, is remembered as a night of contradictions. It was the biggest financial success in company history, showcasing the global appeal of the brand with a record-breaking gate and attendance. Yet, it was also a creative low point for many fans, representing the apex of "The Authority" era and the controversial push of Roman Reigns as the face of the company.
to be crowned the first-ever holder of the newly introduced title. : Brock Lesnar overpowered Dean Ambrose Jon Moxley ) after 13 suplexes and an F-5 onto a pile of chairs. Complete Match Card Stipulation Kalisto (c) vs. Ryback US Championship (Kickoff) Total Divas vs. B.A.D. & Blonde 10-Woman Tag Team (Kickoff) Total Divas The Usos vs. The Dudley Boyz Tag Team Match (Kickoff) 7-Man Ladder Match Intercontinental Championship Zack Ryder Chris Jericho Singles Match Chris Jericho New Day vs. League of Nations 6-Man Tag Team Match League of Nations Brock Lesnar Dean Ambrose No Holds Barred Street Fight Brock Lesnar Charlotte vs. WWE Women's Championship Charlotte Flair The Undertaker Shane McMahon Hell in a Cell The Undertaker Andre the Giant Battle Royal 20-Man Battle Royal Baron Corbin Erick Rowan Singles Match (6 seconds) Roman Reigns WWE World Heavyweight Title Roman Reigns Top Highlights and Surprises
The full show lasted nearly seven hours, including the kickoff show, and featured 12 matches. A significant challenge leading into the event was the roster decimated by injuries, including stars like John Cena, Seth Rollins, and Cesaro. This forced WWE to rely heavily on returning legends to fill the star power. Below is the complete breakdown of the card.
The Intercontinental Championship match saw The Miz take on Zack Ryder. The Miz's cunning and experience proved too much for Ryder, as he secured a win via a Skull Crushing Finale.