The rematch between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns is officially off for WrestleMania 42and now we know why.
During a Self Made Session on January 19, 2026, Self Made Pro confirmed that the long-rumored WrestleMania 42 bout between Rhodes and Reigns wont be happening. While reports from Dave Meltzer earlier this month hinted at a major creative shake-up, this latest update revealed the internal breakdown that led to WWE pulling the plug.
The source added that all sides initially believed they were alignedbut that illusion quickly fell apart behind closed doors.
This statement lines up with what Dave Meltzer revealed on Wrestling Observer Radio on January 13, 2026. He noted that WWE quietly shifted WrestleMania plans midweek after deciding to put the title on Drew McIntyre.
While Meltzer suggested a potential triple threat between McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, and Jacob Fatu is being floated, he made it clear that Cody vs. Roman is not happening.
WrestleMania 42 is set for April 1819, 2026 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, but with WWE still finalizing the card, this latest revelation confirms one thing: the most anticipated rematch of the year wont be headlining the show.
What are your thoughts on WWE scrapping Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42? Did the company miss a huge opportunityor is it the right call creatively? Sound off below.
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