WWE is continuing its push to fill Allegiant Stadium for WrestleMania 42, with new details confirming additional ticket discounts and updated sales figures for the two-night event in Las Vegas.

According to Dave Meltzer in the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE recently launched another round of discounted tickets, offering 25 percent off for both nights of WrestleMania 42. The move is part of a wider effort to increase attendance and ensure a strong crowd for the company’s biggest annual show.

The promotion extends beyond WrestleMania 42 itself. WWE has also applied similar discounts to its full WrestleMania Week schedule. This includes WWE RAW, Friday Night SmackDown, and the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, all receiving price reductions to boost overall ticket sales.

Meltzer detailed the strategy and current figures, stating, “WWE did another sale, this time 25 percent off sale for both nights of WrestleMania this past week in another attempt to boost sales and make sure the place is full, which it will be by the end. It was not only WrestleMania, but the Hall of Fame, Raw and Smackdown all getting a 25 percent off sale, coming a week after a 31.6 percent sale for all of those shows.”

He also shared updated numbers for the surrounding events. “The 25 percent off also included the other events WWE is putting on that week. [These include] Smackdown at 5,810 tickets out which has to be a major disappointment and Raw at 7,305 at T-Mobile Arena, while the Hall of Fame, in a smaller setting, is at 2,183.”

Despite these efforts, WrestleMania 42 ticket sales are still behind last year’s pace. Current estimates show a gap of about 13.3 percent compared to WrestleMania 41. However, the difference has improved after recent discount campaigns.

As of now, Night 1 on April 18 has around 39,866 tickets distributed. Night 2 on April 19 is slightly higher, with about 41,330 tickets out. WWE remains confident that both nights will pass 50,000 attendees before the event.

Meltzer noted, “Right now after the latest sale, WrestleMania in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium has 39,866 for 4/18 and 41,330 for 4/19. They are 13.3 percent behind last year, which is closer than the 18 percent behind they were doing before the two major sales. In the end, they’ll have 50,000 or more in and will announce a number that is about the same if not slightly bigger than last year.”

Another key sign of demand comes from resale prices. Secondary market tickets are currently lower than last year, with entry prices at $205 for Night 1 and $211 for Night 2. Meltzer explained, “The secondary market get in prices of $205 for the first night and $211 for the second night 23.8 percent down from the same period last year, so that’s probably a better measure of the ticket demand.”

WrestleMania 42 is scheduled for April 18 and April 19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Ahead of his match against Jelly Roll on tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Kit Wilson spoke with The Sun about navigating life as a singles competitor while his Pretty Deadly partner, Elton Prince, continues to recover from injury. The interview offered a rare look at Wilson’s support system, the advice he’s received, and how he’s adapting to a new chapter in his career.

Wilson noted that since Prince’s injury, he has made a conscious effort to broaden his connections backstage. He explained that he’s leaned on a variety of people for guidance, but feels a particularly strong bond with fellow NXT UK alumni who understand his journey. Among them, he highlighted Alba Fyre as someone he has connected with on a deeper level due to their shared circumstances.

“I’ve had to spread my wings a bit since Elton Prince got injured, and I talk to everyone,” Wilson said. “I do have a special connection with some of the NXT UK guys. Me and Alba were sitting on the bleachers before SmackDown, hanging out and talking. She’s in a situation with Piper Niven, who has a similar injury situation to Elton, so we’ve got that in common.”

Wilson also revealed a lighter side of his backstage life, mentioning that he and Axiom are starting a book club together, humorously titled “Book Marks.” Beyond that, he credited several main roster veterans for offering valuable advice as he adjusts to performing without Prince by his side.

“I’m getting a lot of advice. The Miz has been a great help. Sami Zayn and The Miz have been really good to pick their brains, get advice, and bounce ideas off,” Wilson shared.

As for Prince’s recovery, Wilson made it clear that progress is steady but the road ahead remains long. “Things are on track. He’s had the surgery, it went well, and he’s hitting the markers as he should be. However, it’s still a long, long, long, long road ahead, if any.”

Wilson added that the two don’t spend much time discussing future plans, choosing instead to take things day by day. “Sometimes things will come up and we’ll talk a bit, but we’re kind of just letting life happen and crossing our fingers.”

With Wilson stepping into singles competition and Prince continuing his rehabilitation, Pretty Deadly’s future remains uncertain — but Wilson’s focus, support network, and optimism suggest he’s determined to make the most of the journey.

Kit Wilson Reflects on Advice, Support System, and Elton Prince’s Recovery

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Kenny Omega believes All Elite Wrestling will continue to rank among the top wrestling companies in the world, citing the strength and depth of its roster.

Omega is set to challenge MJF for the AEW World Championship at AEW Dynasty, scheduled for April 12 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The match marks Omega’s opportunity to begin his second reign as champion, having previously held the title from 2020 to 2021.

Speaking with Undisputed ahead of the event, Omega reflected on AEW’s seven-year journey and pointed to key milestones that helped shape the promotion’s identity, including partnerships that brought international wrestling styles to a broader audience.

“There were a lot of great steps along the way,” Omega said. “One that really sticks out is when we reached a point where we had an official partnership with New Japan and CMLL, and we were willing, able, and eager to show the various professional wrestling styles of the world to our American fans and international fans. That was a main goal for me. I wanted people to experience all the different types of professional wrestling.”

Omega acknowledged that not every decision has worked out but emphasized the company’s ability to recover due to its talent pool.

“Very rarely did I feel like we took steps backward. You take pride in your work, so when we did, those were crushing. Not everything works, but wrestling has a circular momentum. So when something didn’t work out, we have the roster to turn it around. That’s the case now more than ever. This is a roster with a dedication to the art and sport of wrestling. That’s why we’ll always be in the conversation of the best professional wrestling company in the world.”

Omega earned his title opportunity by defeating Swerve Strickland in a high-stakes match where his AEW EVP role was also on the line.

Before Dynasty, Omega is also scheduled to compete on Dynamite in his hometown of Winnipeg on April 1. He will team with Brody King and Jack Perry in a trios match against The Opps, featuring Ricochet, Bishop Kaun, and Toa Liona.

Kenny Omega Says AEW Will Always Be Among the Best

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