The dust has settled on WrestleMania 39, but wrestling fans are already looking ahead to WrestleMania 40, set to take place in Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Saturday, April 6 - Sunday, April 7, 2024. With tickets now on sale, fans are already speculating who will make it to the event as champions.
But before you look ahead to WrestleMania 40 and analyze their odds, it is essential to reflect on the aftermath of WrestleMania 39.
Some of the highlights of the event that elevated sports betting included:
- Roman Reigns' win over Cody Rhodes to retain his WWE Undisputed Universal Championship in a highly anticipated match.
- Austin Theory's win over wrestling idol John Cena.
- The WWE women's performance.
- End of Uso's 600+-day-reign.
- Rhea Ripley's win over Charlotte Flair.
Winners of WrestleMania 39
Roman Reigns: Heading into WrestleMania 40, many WWE fans are placing bets on Roman Reigns to retain his WWE Undisputed Universal Championship. Reigns has proven himself as the face of the WWE and a dominant force on the SmackDown brand, holding the title for over 400 days. Despite a potential top-tier opponent, Reigns is the heavy favorite, and fans are confident he will maintain his championship reign.
Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn won the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania 39, and their momentum should carry over to WrestleMania 40. Owens and Zayn have a strong connection with the WWE Universe, and their chemistry in the ring is undeniable. Fans are hopeful that Owens and Zayn will be a force to be reckoned with in the WWE Tag Team division as long as they remain a team.
Rhea Ripley: Rhea Ripley won the WWE Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania 39 and has proven that she is a competitive opponent in the women's division. Ripley is a rising star in WWE and has the potential to become one of the biggest names in the industry. Heading into WrestleMania 40, Ripley may remain dominant in the women's division.
Unexpected Losers at WrestleMania 39
John Cena: John Cena made his long-awaited return to WWE at WrestleMania 39, but unfortunately, his comeback was short-lived. Cena lost to Austin Theory in a highly anticipated match that failed to deliver. While Cena's future in WWE is uncertain, he remains one of the most popular wrestlers of all time and could potentially have a comeback soon.
Charlotte Flair: Another unexpected loser at WrestleMania 39 was Charlotte Flair, who lost her SmackDown Women's Championship to Rhea Ripley. Flair, known for her impressive skills and championship reigns, was favored to win the match, but Ripley proved a formidable opponent. Despite Flair's efforts to target Ripley's left leg, the challenger persevered and ultimately claimed the title with an impressive Avalanche Riptide. While Flair's loss was surprising, it showcased the unpredictability of professional wrestling and the talent of her opponent.
The Usos: The Usos lost their historic SmackDown Tag Team Championship reign to Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. The Usos had held the titles for an impressive 619 days, and their undisputed tag titles had become a focal point of WrestleMania season. However, Owens and Zayn proved to be a formidable team and dethroned The Usos in a hard-fought match centered around near falls and the essential Bloodline storytelling.
Despite The Usos' loss, their reign will go down in history as one of the most dominant in WWE tag team history. At the same time, fans are still following closely to see if Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn will perform at the same level to make it to next year's championship.
Predicted Betting Odds for WrestleMania 40 Champions
With his impressive record as the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion, Roman Reigns is the heavy favorite to retain his championship at WrestleMania 40 with odds of 1/3. Reigns has proven himself to be a dominant force in the WWE and will likely have a top-tier opponent, but he is expected to retain his championship.
Rhea Ripley, the current WWE Raw Women's Champion, has odds of 2/1 to retain her championship at WrestleMania 40. Ripley had an impressive victory at WrestleMania 39 and has established herself as a rising star in the women's division. She is expected to continue her dominance heading into WrestleMania 40.
Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, the current WWE Undisputed Tag Team Champions, have odds of 5/1 to retain their championships at WrestleMania 40. Owens and Zayn have a strong connection with the WWE Universe, and their chemistry in the ring is undeniable. As a result, fans are optimistic that they will still be a force to be reckoned with in the WWE Tag Team division.
Despite losing at WrestleMania 39, John Cena has 7/1 odds of having another high-profile match at WrestleMania 40. Cena is one of the most popular wrestlers of all time, and fans highly anticipated his return to WWE. While his future in WWE is uncertain, Cena remains a fan favorite and could potentially have a high-profile match at WrestleMania 40.
After losing her SmackDown Women's Championship to Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair has odds of 3/1 to regain her championship at WrestleMania 40. Flair is known for her impressive skills and championship reigns, but whether she will come back strong after her loss to Rhea Ripley is unknown.
Conclusion
WrestleMania 39 provided some exciting matches that thrilled wrestling fans around the world, and the event created some unexpected winners and losers.
Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, and Rhea Ripley came out as the champions and are expected to carry their momentum into WrestleMania 40. On the other hand, John Cena, Charlotte Flair, and The Usos were unexpected losers who may turn things around.
With tickets now on sale, fans are already speculating who will make it to the champions at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia. Naturally, Roman Reigns is a favorite after retaining his Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. However, as we know, anything can happen in professional wrestling.
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