Hell in a Cell Match Scheduled for WWE WrestleMania 42
WWE WrestleMania 42 is set to showcase a thrilling match, originally intended to be a Hell in a Cell bout. Recent reports suggest that Drew McIntyre was pitched to face Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship inside the iconic steel structure. However, WWE has chosen to take a different route.
WrestleMania 42 Match Updates
Now, Cody Rhodes is scheduled to compete against Randy Orton, leaving the Hell in a Cell concept behind. This change marks a significant shift in the WrestleMania card, with Drew McIntyre likely to face Jacob Fatu instead. The anticipated Rhodes vs. Orton encounter will not feature the Hell in a Cell stipulation.
Historical Context of Hell in a Cell Matches
If the original plan had proceeded, it would have marked the fifth Hell in a Cell match in WrestleMania history. Previous memorable matches include:
- Undertaker vs. Big Boss Man
- Undertaker vs. Triple H
- Undertaker vs. Shane McMahon
- Edge vs. Finn Balor
Both Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre bring valuable experience to the ring, having each competed in Hell in a Cell matches previously. McIntyre and Rhodes have faced formidable opponents like Seth Rollins and CM Punk in their respective matches.
Recent Developments Leading to WrestleMania 42
This January, McIntyre captured the WWE Championship from Rhodes in a Three Stages of Hell match, with the final stage taking place inside a steel cage. However, Rhodes regained the championship last Friday on SmackDown, qualifying him for the match against Orton at WrestleMania 42.
Dave Meltzer indicates that WWE intends to keep the Rhodes vs. Orton match as a singles encounter. Orton secured his title shot by winning the recent Elimination Chamber event.
