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Bryan Alvarez reported on Wrestling Observer Live that Vince McMahon is not involved in Randy Orton's mystery caller storyline, contrary to speculation from Tommy Dreamer's comments. According to Alvarez, WWE had originally planned a different person for the reveal, but the deal fell through, forcing the company to pivot to a new direction for the storyline ahead of WrestleMania 42.
Drew McIntyre said that CM Punk losing his dog Larry is one thing he'll never joke about, stating "My heart broke for him because those little guys are just full of love and nothing else." McIntyre made these comments while discussing the recent loss of his own cat Chaz, who passed away after battling long-term liver disease. Despite their wrestling rivalry, McIntyre expressed empathy for Punk's loss and explained that seeing others deal with pet loss hits him on a personal level.
LA Knight attacked IShowSpeed during the streamer's livestream, throwing him into his streaming setup and ending the broadcast after Speed had accidentally knocked out Knight with brass knuckles on Raw earlier this week. Knight told Speed he's expected to appear on Raw in Houston on April 6, and WWE is currently planning a six-man tag match for WrestleMania 42 featuring Speed teaming with Logan Paul and Austin Theory against Knight and The Usos.
WWE NXT North American Champion Myles Borne has addressed comparisons to Randy Orton that he has received over the years. Borne spoke about the ongoing comparisons between himself and the veteran WWE star.
Rapper Lil Yachty is believed to be heading to WWE ahead of WrestleMania 42. This comes just a few days after Trick Williams invited him to this week's SmackDown.
John Cena was approached to host WWE WrestleMania 42, which will take place four months after his retirement. According to Wrestlevotes Radio on Fightful Select, backstage information has emerged regarding the timing of when Cena was contacted about the hosting role.
Former WWE Women's Champion Candice Michelle has expressed admiration for WWE NXT's Arianna Grace, saying she has a soft spot for the star and calling her "incredible." Michelle also discussed the partnership between NXT and TNA Wrestling.
Dave Meltzer reports that Bron Breakker is cleared to compete, and WWE had planned the Seth Rollins vs. GUNTHER match weeks in advance. It was announced during "Raw" that Seth Rollins is cleared to compete and will face GUNTHER at WrestleMania 42 instead of Bron Breakker.
WWE is in ongoing talks with rapper Lil Yachty that could extend beyond his current storyline involvement with Trick Williams, Sami Zayn and the United States Championship situation. According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, WWE is considering using Yachty during WrestleMania weekend and potentially building a longer working relationship with the artist.
John Cena will join The Undertaker for a live recording of the Six Feet Under podcast at WWE World on Saturday, April 18, during WrestleMania 42 weekend in Las Vegas. Cena, who retired from in-ring competition in December 2025 and is set to host WrestleMania 42, will appear alongside The Undertaker for what's being promoted as an unscripted conversation between the two WWE legends. The Six Feet Under podcast is hosted by The Undertaker and his wife Michelle McCool as part of the WWE & Fanatics podcast network.
According to WrestleVotes Radio, a celebrity-involved tag team match featuring IShowSpeed and The Vision vs. The Usos and LA Knight is currently expected to be added to WrestleMania 42. The WrestleMania card currently has 12 official matches across both nights, with plans pointing toward a total of 14 matches once finalized.
WWE is considering adding more wrestlers to the Intercontinental Championship ladder match at WrestleMania 42, despite already having challengers Je'Von Evans, Dragon Lee, Rusev, and JD McDonagh lined up to face champion Penta. According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, several established names from both SmackDown and AAA are still being considered for inclusion in the coming weeks, as WWE treats the match as a flexible attraction that could see changes based on creative direction and roster availability.