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COMPLETE WWE WRESTLEMANIA 38 NIGHT TWO REPORT: A UNIFIED CHAMPION IS CROWNED, AUSTIN AND MCAFEE (A FEW WAYS), BRINGING JACKASS TO WWE, AND MORE

Welcome to PWInsider.com’s coverage of Night Two of Wrestlemania 38 from Arlington, Texas.

Your host is Kayla Braxton and she is joined by Booker T, Peter Rosenberg, Kevin Patrick, and Jerry Lawler.

They run through the card for tonight’s show.

We take a look at AJ Styles versus Edge with a video package.

Kayla mentions how this is one of the most personal matches on the show. She says AJ was his most intense when he was on The Bump and he apologized for what he is going to do. Peter says this is who Edge is. Edge has been the ultimate opportunist. He came back to want to have the best matches but that is not the case. Kevin says Beth is concerned about Edge. Booker says the clock is ticking. Edge is a grizzled veteran and he knows about winning. Edge is a guy who is not going to hesitate to end your career. AJ cannot hesitate to pull the trigger because it could be over quickly. Jerry says he smiled when AJ said he was going to apologize for what he is going to do. He says AJ is in store for a rude awakening. Booker says this not personal, this is business. Edge knows he has to ruffle AJ’s feathers for the match. Kayla says that AJ acknowledged that Edge got in his head. She expects to see a dangerous AJ tonight. Kevin talks about the change we saw in Edge. Booker says he saw himself in AJ Styles. That is a huge threat. Peter is picking AJ. Kevin is picking Edge. Booker is picking Edge. Jerry picks Edge.

Kayla reminds us that Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar are the only two to beat Undertaker at Wrestlemania. Undertaker gave his prediction for the match. He says Brock has a different aura to him. You know you are going to have a physical match with him. Roman exudes confidence. Roman was on the rise when he faced him. Roman is much calmer now, but he has tons of energy and charisma.

Taker says they are physical and brutal. Roman is more calculating but he is explosive and very athletic. It is entertaining to see guys that size do what they can do. Taker says having the title that long means you are putting asses in the seats. It shows that what Roman is doing is working. He says he is proud of the work that Roman has put in and it shows his passion for the business. He says it is cool to see Brock having fun. When the bell rings, he is all business and he will suplex someone.

Taker is asked for his pick and he says it is hard to call this match. Taker says he will go out on a limb and say that Roman wins.

Peter says that he asked Roman what he thought about Steve Austin and he says Roman said he only cares about himself and his match. Booker says Roman is on another level. Will Roman be able to fill the shoes of the family bloodline and he thinks he will.

Kayla asks Booker and Jerry why would Taker choose Roman over Brock. Jerry says Roman said he gets stronger as things progress, but he never remembers Brock being tired. Booker mentions that Brock’s matches are not as long so he doesn’t have a chance to get tired. Booker says Roman is the best when it comes to cardio and he will beat Brock tonight.

Kevin mentions that we have seen Roman walking away from Brock over the last few weeks. Booker says Brock is a bad man, but Roman is like the wind. You can feel it, but you can’t touch it and you know it is there.

Kayla asks Peter about the Knoxville/Zayn match and Peter says this will not be Savage/Steamboat. It will not be pretty. He says he has no idea what Johnny will do because he will do absolutely anything. Kevin says Sami is motivated because Knoxville cost him the title. Kayla asks if the stipulation helps Johnny. Booker says Knoxville is a walking crash test dummy. He will be prepared for anything. Booker says he likes what Johnny has brought to Wrestlemania. Jerry says this is one of his most anticipated match. He brings up the crazy stunts and moments in his movies and Jerry says Johnny would top that.

Kayla asks for picks. Peter picks Sami and Kevin agrees. Booker picks Johnny. Jerry agrees with Booker.

Matt Camp is in the parking lot with fans.

 

We go to Jackie Redmond inside the stadium and asks some of the fans how far they traveled for Wrestlemania.

Kayla asks the panel for their favorite moments from Saturday night. Peter says he was impressed with Logan Paul, but the moment was Cody Rhodes. Jerry asks how can you say anything other than Steve Austin. Booker says the moment was Bianca Belair winning. He says they took it to another level. Peter mentions Charlotte Flair. Kayla says Charlotte and Bianca are two of the most athletic in WWE. Kevin brings up Steve Austin but he also gives credit to Kevin Owens for getting on Wrestlemania. Booker says to get Austin back in the ring is a hell of a job.

Jerry says Corbin did not have a happy day. Booker says he knew that Moss only had two jokes.

We go to Megan Morant with Paul Heyman.

She brings up that it is finally here, but Paul looks nervous. Paul asks if that is the best question she has for him? Paul says she is pretty intuitive. Paul says he is more than nervous. He is ill at ease. He says he does not feel well. He has to mourn the end of a friendship and a career that has spanned more than 20 years of Brock Lesnar. Paul says he has been here before. It is deja vu for him. He felt this wy at Wrestlemania 30 when he knew he was going to conquer the Undertaker’s streak and Brock deserves half of the credit. Paul says he knew that was the end of the Deadman and the end of a career. The way I felt about Undertaker at the hands of Brock Lesnar is how I feel about Brock Lesnar at the hands of Roman Reigns. One man will stand over the other with both titles and it will be the end of the career of Brock Lesnar.

We take a look at the 2022 Hall of Fame Ceremony.

Leonard Floyd joins the panel and he suggests maybe next year for the Cowboys. Peter asks Leonard about the Undertaker and how many tombstones he tried. Leonard says he tried about a thousand times before doing it right and Kayla volunteers Peter to take one. Kayla asks what does the Undertaker mean to him. Peter mentions that Booker is one of Leonard’s favorites. Leonard does an impression of Booker. Booker asks Leonard if he is going to get in the ring. Leonard says maybe he will give it a try. Booker mentions his wrestling school.. Jerry asks if the belt means as much as the Lombardi Trophy. Leonard says it means he is a champion. Peter asks what is Leonard looking forward to and he says he is looking forward to seeing Brock and Randy Orton. Kayla asks Leonard for his pick and Leonard picks Brock.

Kayla mentions the Raw Tag Team Title Match and we have a video package.

Kayla asks Kevin what is the energy for this match. He says Orton is on a different level and Riddle is there too. Kevin conveys a message from Riddle about how he is still not wearing boots. Booker mentions his prior comments and says that Riddle has proven him wrong. Booker says he likes the Street Profits and he has worked with them on the mental aspects. Booker says Dawkins is ready to preach a sermon tonight. Kayla asks Peter about Alpha Academy and their chances tonight. Peter says they are very dangerous. He says Otis is an athletic big man and Gable reminds people of Angle. Booker says that Gable has motivated Otis and they are capable of winning any night. Jerry says both challengers are formidable, but you have to look at the champions. Jerry says he has gained a lot of respect for Orton for what he has done with Riddle.

We take a look at the Women’s Tag Title Match with a video package.

Maria Menounos is with Zelina Vega and Carmella. She asks how will they retain the titles. Zelina says she can win by pin or submission and Carmella says she can win by pin or submission. Maria asks about their opponents and they insult all six women. Zelina says no one takes down the rightful champions without sacrificing their lives.

Kayla says that Naomi and Sasha are in sync and confident tonight. Peter says they are in a good spot. They are a formidable team. Booker says it is hard to trust Sasha, but they are fighting for the same goal. Jerry says Zelina and Carmella sound confident but have they been in this type of match before? Kevin says there appear to be cracks with Zelina and Carmella. Booker asks Kayla about the women’s locker room and Kayla toes the company line. Kayla mentions that this was a normal tag match but Sonya Deville made this a four way match. Kevin mentions the other two teams. Peter asks whether this is fair to the champions. Peter picks Liv and Rhea. Kevin picks Sasha and Naomi. Booker picks Shayna and Natalya. Jerry picks Sasha and Naomi. Kayla agrees with Kevin and Jerry.

John Layfield joins the panel, replacing Jerry Lawler. She asks what did he like from last night and John mentions Steve Austin.

We go to Matt Camp in the parking lot.

Jackie Redmond is inside the stadium with fans.

We take a look at the New Day versus Sheamus and Ridge Holland match with a video package.

John says this will be a fight and you know that the Irishman is going to win because he loves a fight. Booker says Big E going down affects things, but Woods coming back gives them a spark. Booker says it might not be a good night for them. Peter says he worries about the New Day. It can be motivating but it can be distracting.

Maria is outside Vince’s office and Austin Theory shows up. She asks him about the match and Austin says he has no worries. He says Vince has confidence in him getting the job done against Fat McAfee. Austin says there is no comparison about who is going to win. He will apologize for stepping in the ring. When I win, I will take the most stupendous selfie in Wrestlemania. Austin takes a selfie with Maria.

Micah Parsons and Ezekiel Elliott join the panel.

Peter asks them about Pat McAfee wrestling. Zeke says he is looking forward to seeing him. Peter asks Micah if he thought about wrestling. Booker suggests Micah against Rosenberg. Peter asks Micah what is he excited about and he says he is looking forward to Roman and Brock and he picks Brock to win. Zeke also picks Brock. Kayla asks if anything stood out to them from last night. Micah says he was a Cena fan growing up. Zeke says he is a Rock guy. Peter mentions Michael Cole’s match 11 years ago when he beat Jerry Lawler.

We take a look at Omos’ road to Wrestlemania.

Lashley is in the back and Maria shows up to ambush him. She mentions that he was the first to knock Omos off his feet and she asks if he can do it again. Lashley says Omos has dominated and he has beaten some of the best. He has decimated tag teams by himself. Lashley says that is why he is charged up now. He is ready to put the myth of Omos to rest. He may be unbeaten, but that doesn’t make him unbeatable.

John says he has seen Lashley do amazing things but Omos is a mountain of a man. Peter says he does not know who has more pressure. Omos is making his singles debut at Wrestlemania but Lashley has a lot of pressure. Booker says that Lashley has shown that he can get Omos on the ground. Kayla says that Lashley has more to prove and he might be embarrassed if he loses. Kevin mentions that Lashley came back to stop Omos. Booker says there is no shame in losing to Omos. He says Omos is a generational talent. John says Lashley in an underdog. Omos looks unstoppable and there is no shame in Lashley losing. Booker says that he isn’t saying there is no way Lashley can win, but he will have to fight hard to win. Peter picks Omos. John says if Lashley can get him to the mat, he has a chance but he does not know if he can. Kevin picks Lashley.

We have a highlight package from Saturday night.

George Kittle has joined the panel. Peter asks George what did he like the most about last night and Kittle mentions Austin drinking beers after the match. Peter asks him about Cody and Seth. Kittle says he is from Iowa so he is a Seth Rollins fan and it was good to see Cody come back. Kayla asks him about the Undertaker. Kayla asks George about Roman. He says Roman is a Niners fan so that means he is good. He mentions Brock’s new vibe but he does not think Roman loses unless there is outside interference. Booker asks George if he has worked on his promo skills. Kayla shows footage of George’s reaction to Cody’s return. Peter asks George about the Lashley/Omos match. He is going with Lashley.

We take a look at the Title Unification Match with a video package.

Kayla asks Peter about the match. Peter says he has mixed feelings. Roman is in God mode and he respects Roman’s title reign. We can’t treat Brock as someone other than the Beast Incarnate or one of the best. Peter says Roman has his hands full with Brock tonight. Kayla talks about how Roman has issues with this version of Brock because he is mocking him. Booker says Brock has been great, but Paul said every accomplishment Brock earned was with Paul by his side and Paul is not there tonight. Kevin mentions what happened during their match at Crown Jewel and he wonders what will Paul do tonight. John says he has never seen anything like Brock Lesnar. Roman has been the most dominant champion, but this favors Brock.

Kayla asks if this is the first opponent who has Roman shook or afraid. Booker says Roman has the confidence and you need that. John says this is to determine who the number one guy is. There will be no dispute the winner of the match is the baddest man on the planet. Kevin says Roman has made this personal. Peter mentions that Brock is alone while Roman has Heyman and the Usos. John says Brock doesn’t care. Booker says that Roman will walk out by any means necessary. Kevin asks what happens if Roman loses. John says Roman will still be known as one of the greatest. There is no shame in losing, but the winner will be THE guy.

Booker says Roman wins. Kevin picks Brock. John picks Brock, but it is a toss up. Peter picks Roman.

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