5 Additions Triple H can make to the WrestleMania 42 card after WWE SmackDown

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In this article, we will take a look at five additions The Game can make to the match card for WrestleMania following SmackDown.

#1. IYO SKY vs. Asuka

IYO SKY had a stellar run in the women’s tag team division alongside Rhea Ripley before the duo lost their title to The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax & Lash Legend) in February 2026. Following the loss, Ripley won the Women’s Elimination Chamber Match and secured a title shot against Jade Cargill at WrestleMania 42.

Since Cargill is a SmackDown Superstar, Mami had to move to the blue brand to pursue the Women’s Title. In Ripley’s absence, SKY kicked off a feud with Asuka after taking issue with how The Empress of Tomorrow treated her tag team partner, Kairi Sane.

In recent months, Asuka has been consistently disrespecting and humiliating Sane on Monday Night RAW. This past Monday, The Empress of Tomorrow interfered in The Genius of the SKY’s match against Raquel Rodriguez, costing her a potential win.

Given the recent developments, WWE could book a singles match between SKY and Asuka on The Grandest Stage of Them All. The Empress of Tomorrow and the former Women’s World Champion are world-class competitors and deserve a spot on the company’s biggest show of the year.

#2. The Vision & IShowSpeed vs. The Usos & LA Knight

The Vision has been at odds with The Usos and LA Knight for months. Amid Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed’s absence, Logan Paul and Austin Theory have been dealing with the babyface trio.

This past Monday on RAW, Paul and Theory defeated The Usos in a Street Fight for the World Tag Team Championship. During the match, Knight prevented The Maverick from using brass knuckles to gain an advantage and attacked him. However, The Vision member used IShowSpeed, who was in the crowd, as his human shield.

Amid the chaos, Speed inadvertently took Knight out with the brass knuckles. This did not sit well with The Megastar and he showed up at the YouTuber’s house during a live stream. After a brief argument, the former United States Champion attacked Speed and injured him.

Since Speed now has a score to settle with Knight, he could combine forces with The Vision. The trio could take on The Megastar and The Usos in a six-man tag team match at WrestleMania. Moreover, reports have indicated that WWE is in talks with the popular streamer for a potential role at The Show of Shows. Hence, the bout could take place later this month in Las Vegas.

#3. WWE could add more participants to the Intercontinental Title match at WrestleMania

Penta has been a fighting Intercontinental Champion since defeating Dominik Mysterio for the gold. Since capturing the title, he has already defended it against Dragon Lee, El Grande Americano, and Kofi Kingston, among others.

WWE recently announced that Cero Miedo will defend the championship against Je’Von Evans, JD McDonagh, Dragon Lee, and Rusev at ‘Mania. However, more stars could be added to the contest ahead of the event.

Many prominent WWE stars like Matt Cardona, Carmelo Hayes, Kofi Kingston, Grayson Waller, and Aleister Black, among others, currently don’t have a storyline heading into WrestleMania. All these stars are former champions and could add star power to an already stacked ladder match. Hence, Triple H could add a couple of more talents to the contest in the coming days.

#4. Carmelo Hayes could be added to the United States Title match if fans continue to speak out

Carmelo Hayes impressed viewers with his performances as United States Champion before his recent loss. He was a fighting champion, defending the gold against credible challengers like Ilja Dragunov, Matt Cardona, Rey Fenix, and Shinsuke Nakamura, among others, in exciting matches.

Last week, Sami Zayn shockingly defeated Carmelo Hayes for the title in an open challenge. Later, Nick Aldis confirmed that Zayn will defend the title against Trick Williams at The Show of Shows. The decision did not sit well with fans who wanted Melo to walk into WrestleMania as the United States Champion.

Over the past week, the WWE Universe has continued to express its displeasure with the booking decision. They want WWE to add Hayes to Zayn vs. Williams, making a Triple Threat Match for the championship. Given fans’ support for Melo, WWE could insert him in the title showdown on The Grandest Stage of Them All.

#5. Triple H could add a stipulation to Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania

Randy Orton won the 2026 Men’s Elimination Chamber Match to earn a shot at Cody Rhodes’ Undisputed WWE Championship. The Viper recently turned heel and backstabbed his former Legacy teammate in the buildup to their WrestleMania match.

Orton viciously attacked Rhodes during their contract signing segment. He later assaulted The American Nightmare’s real-life friend, Matt Cardona, and injured his arm. This past Friday, the 14-time WWE World Champion combined forces with Pat McAfee and again took out the champion.

The Rhodes-Orton saga has become personal following the attacks. Hence, Triple H could book them in a Hell in a Cell Match or a Last Man Standing bout at WrestleMania.