Reports suggest that a new match is being contemplated for WrestleMania 42, which is set to take place April 18–19 at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada. Although much of the two-night event’s lineup appears finalized, several bouts, including a possible encounter between SmackDown talents Trick Williams and Sami Zayn, remain in the planning stages. This prospective contest has drawn attention due to recent interactions between the two performers.
Background on the Rivalry Between Williams and Zayn
Trick Williams made his main roster debut earlier this year on Friday Night SmackDown, immediately targeting the veteran Sami Zayn. During his first appearance, Williams challenged Zayn verbally, stating he could reach world championship status more quickly than Zayn, who took nearly 20 years to achieve that milestone. The two have previously faced off in the ring, including a non-televised live event match and a competitive No. 1 Contender’s Fatal 4-Way at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, where Zayn secured the victory.
Recent Matches and WWE Championship Pursuits
Following these encounters, Sami Zayn went on to challenge Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship at the 2026 Royal Rumble, but was unable to capture the title. Their ongoing storyline and in-ring chemistry position their possible WrestleMania 42 meeting as a notable development among SmackDown’s featured bouts. Currently, WWE has made no official announcement confirming the match.
WrestleMania 42 Viewing and Broadcast Details
WrestleMania 42 will be streamed live in the United States via the ESPN App and internationally on Netflix. Additionally, the first hour of each night’s show will air live on ESPN, offering broad access to one of WWE’s biggest annual events. Fans will closely watch whether the Williams versus Zayn match will be added to the card during the coming weeks.
