WrestleMania 42 night 1 concluded with a controversial WWE Championship match between Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes, which drew mixed reactions from fans. The match saw Pat McAfee interfere as a referee, leading to an RKO from Orton. Taking advantage of the chaos, Cody secured a win, but not without Orton delivering a punt kick post-match. Amidst the backlash, Tony Khan (president of All Elite Wrestling) took to the X social media platform to promote AEW Dynamite, inviting fans to watch the show. He emphasized that AEW is where the best wrestlers compete, urging fans not to miss the upcoming episode. Additionally, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray proposed a bold idea for Khan to buy all tickets to WrestleMania and publicly criticize the event, showcasing the ongoing rivalry between WWE and AEW. The overall sentiment surrounding WrestleMania 42 night 1 was disappointing for many fans, who expected a more thrilling experience.