6 Big WWE stars who could disappear after WrestleMania 42

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Whether they win or lose, the next six WWE stars could disappear for different lengths of time after WrestleMania 42.

#6. The Beast goes into hibernation

Like Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar is a part-timer. However, he’s usually out of commission for longer stints and has fewer “departures and returns” in a given year.

After coming back to WWE at SummerSlam 2025, The Beast has battled several top names, including John Cena, as well as Punk, Rhodes, and Reigns, inside WarGames.

If he loses to Oba Femi at WrestleMania, and there are strong odds of it happening, he’ll likely take off until SummerSlam or a WWE PLE in Saudi Arabia.

#5. Becky Lynch’s spiral into madness continues

Lynch returned to WWE as Lyra Valkyria’s surprise partner in the Women’s Tag Team title match last year after Bayley was mysteriously attacked ahead of the PLE.

The Irishwomen won gold, but Becky turned on Lyra on the following RAW. The Man will probably face AJ Lee yet again for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. Lee just won it a month ago at Elimination Chamber.

Another switch so soon would devalue the belt. Lynch could disappear for a few months until June for a big match with another top star.

#4. CM Punk takes a break after WrestleMania

The outcome of the World Heavyweight Championship match at WrestleMania could go either way. Both stars have cases to win and to lose.

It’ll come down to what Triple H and writers want for the rest of 2026 and beyond, and that could be another title reign for The OTC.

If Reigns beats Punk, it could send The Best in the World on a hiatus until he returns to try and reclaim the title. If Punk loses, his wife, AJ Lee, could also leave and take off until a likely return for both at SummerSlam.

#3. Roman Reigns could be due for a hiatus after WrestleMania

Win or lose, Roman Reigns has a history of disappearing after WrestleMania. His part-time status usually means he takes off after the year’s biggest event, including during his four-year run as Champion.

Since he’s in another title match at WrestleMania 42, it’s almost a certainty he’ll do the same, whether or not he defeats CM Punk. The odds are greater if he loses to The Best in the World.

Even if he wins, he could be written off for a few weeks via yet another attack. Don’t be surprised if he takes another hiatus after the PLE.

#2. Drew McIntyre’s blood feud with Jacob Fatu

Drew McIntyre has been running crazy all over SmackDown. He’s attacked several stars, with Jacob Fatu being the latest to incur his wrath.

After the rivals ended a night of fighting by falling off a low balcony, they’ll be booked in a street fight or hardcore match at WrestleMania.

With filming for the new Highlander movie reboot slated for after the show, expect The Scottish Warrior to likely lose and disappear for a few months.

#1. Cody Rhodes loses the WWE Championship

Cody Rhodes has been the face and major champion of WWE for the last three years. His dominance of the product has polarized a portion of the fan base who are tired of always seeing him on top.

If the entire crowd was behind The American Nightmare, then they wouldn’t have cheered Randy Orton when he turned on his friend.

To sell the heel turn, officials should strongly consider having The Viper win. That could allow Rhodes to take some much-needed time away from screens and the ring.