Bad Bunny's WWE Journey
Days after headlining the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show as the most-streamed artist in the world, Bad Bunny is set to return to WWE for a major match at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. Over five years, the Grammy Award-winning Puerto Rican superstar has redefined celebrity wrestling — moving to Orlando for three months of daily training, delivering a Canadian Destroyer at WrestleMania 37, and headlining the greatest celebrity match ever at Backlash 2023.
Is Bad Bunny Returning to WWE?
Yes, Bad Bunny is expected to return to WWE for WrestleMania 42 on April 18-19, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. According to Bryan Alvarez of the Wrestling Observer, Bad Bunny is "currently slated to have a big match" at the event. His Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour features a break from March 2 through end of May 2026, aligning perfectly with the Road to WrestleMania. The return comes days after he headlines the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8, 2026.
The WrestleMania 42 Return
Bad Bunny's return timing aligns perfectly with his touring schedule — a gap from March 2 through end of May 2026 encompasses the entire Road to WrestleMania. Bryan Alvarez of the Wrestling Observer confirmed that Bad Bunny is "currently slated to have a big match" at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. Coming off his historic Super Bowl halftime performance, his presence guarantees mainstream media coverage and the attention of audiences who might never tune into pro wrestling. [1]
- Tour break from March 2 – end of May 2026 aligns with WrestleMania season
- Potential opponents: Damian Priest rematch or IC Champion Dominik Mysterio
- Super Bowl LX halftime puts him in front of 100M+ viewers weeks before WrestleMania
- WrestleMania 42: April 18-19, Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
Bad Bunny Performs "Booker T" at the Royal Rumble (2021)
Bad Bunny's WWE journey began with a live performance of his hit song "Booker T" at the 2021 Royal Rumble. What started as a musical appearance quickly turned physical when The Miz and John Morrison attacked, setting the stage for his WrestleMania 37 debut. [3]
Bad Bunny performs "Booker T" live at the Royal Rumble — the night that started it all.
WrestleMania 37: The Breakthrough
Bad Bunny made his in-ring debut on April 10, 2021 at WrestleMania 37 in Tampa, teaming with Damian Priest against The Miz and John Morrison. He delivered a spectacular Canadian Destroyer on Morrison that became one of the night's most memorable moments. Randy Orton called him an "official WWE Superstar" after the match, and wrestling experts highlighted his attention to detail, mastery of basics, and in-ring psychology. [6]
- Moved to Orlando for three months, pausing his music career entirely
- Trained daily with WWE coaches including Adam Pearce and Drew Gulak
- WWE set up a ring at his rented house for extra training sessions
- Canadian Destroyer on Morrison drew massive crowd reaction
Bad Bunny in the 2022 Royal Rumble
Bad Bunny entered the 2022 Royal Rumble as a surprise entrant and lasted deep into the match, making the final five competitors before elimination by eventual winner Brock Lesnar. His performance demonstrated his growing comfort in the ring. [10]
Bad Bunny shocks the crowd as a surprise Royal Rumble entrant and makes the final five.
Rey Mysterio Gives His Mask to Bad Bunny
In one of the most touching backstage moments in Royal Rumble history, the legendary Rey Mysterio presented Bad Bunny with one of his iconic masks — a gesture of respect from one of wrestling's greatest to the man redefining celebrity involvement in the sport.
A symbol of respect — Rey Mysterio hands Bad Bunny his mask backstage at the 2022 Royal Rumble.
Backlash 2023: The Masterpiece
Bad Bunny's crowning achievement came on May 6, 2023, when he headlined WWE Backlash in his hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rico, facing former partner Damian Priest in a San Juan Street Fight. Widely regarded as one of the best matches of 2023 and arguably the greatest celebrity wrestling match in history, it featured kendo stick shots, high-risk spots, and appearances from the LWO, Savio Vega, and Carlito. [13]
- One of the most epic entrances in WWE history to a thunderous home crowd
- Won the San Juan Street Fight by pinfall over Damian Priest
- Took brutal kendo stick shots that he later called the most painful moment of his career
- Priest: "That drive to succeed — he has it, like we all do"
Bad Bunny vs. Damian Priest — San Juan Street Fight
Watch the full Backlash 2023 main event from San Juan, Puerto Rico — widely regarded as the greatest celebrity wrestling match in history. Bad Bunny defeats his former partner Damian Priest in an all-out San Juan Street Fight. [13]
Full match: Bad Bunny vs. Damian Priest, San Juan Street Fight — Backlash Puerto Rico 2023.
Bad Bunny's WWE Timeline
From performing at the Royal Rumble to becoming the greatest celebrity wrestler of all time — and now the road back to WrestleMania.
Performs "Booker T" at Royal Rumble
Musical performance leads to confrontation with The Miz and John Morrison
St. Petersburg, Florida
Wins 24/7 Championship
Defeats R-Truth with Damian Priest's help; shows title on SNL
Mainstream crossover moment
WrestleMania 37 Debut
Tags with Priest to defeat Miz & Morrison; Canadian Destroyer stuns crowd
Tampa, Florida
Royal Rumble Surprise Entrant
Lasts deep into the 30-man Rumble, makes final five before Brock Lesnar eliminates him
St. Louis, Missouri
Backlash Street Fight
Headlines Backlash in San Juan, defeats Damian Priest in all-time classic
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Super Bowl LX Halftime Show
First male Latino artist to headline solo; first all-Spanish halftime performance
New Orleans, Louisiana
WrestleMania 42 ReturnCurrent
Slated for "a big match" — potential opponents include Priest or Dominik Mysterio
Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
Complete WWE Match History
Bad Bunny holds a 3-1 record across his WWE appearances — a remarkable track record that includes wins at WrestleMania and Backlash.
vs R-Truth (Feb 2021)
Won the 24/7 Championship on Monday Night Raw with assist from Damian Priest. Displayed the title on Saturday Night Live.
WrestleMania 37 (Apr 2021)
Tag team victory with Damian Priest over The Miz & John Morrison. Delivered a Canadian Destroyer that stole the show.
Royal Rumble (Jan 2022)
Surprise entrant in the 30-Man Royal Rumble. Made the final five before elimination by eventual winner Brock Lesnar.
Backlash Street Fight (May 2023)
Headlined in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Defeated Damian Priest in a brutal Street Fight — widely called the greatest celebrity match ever.
Why He's the Greatest Celebrity Wrestler
Unprecedented Training Commitment
Moved to Orlando for three months, paused his music career, and trained daily with WWE coaches. "I didn't record any songs or do any music," he said. WWE set up a ring at his house for extra sessions. [4]
Match Quality Speaks for Itself
Both WrestleMania 37 and Backlash 2023 received critical acclaim as among their respective year's best matches — not just best celebrity matches, but best matches period.
Respect from Wrestling Veterans
Randy Orton called him an "official WWE Superstar." MVP praised his commitment above all other celebrity wrestlers. The Miz noted his ideas were intelligent and showed real wrestling psychology. [5]
Cultural Impact Beyond the Ring
Brought entirely new demographics to WWE. His 30M+ Instagram followers, mainstream press coverage, and music career bridged worlds — legitimizing wrestling in mainstream pop culture. [20]
WrestleMania 42 Scenarios
While the specific opponent hasn't been officially announced, several compelling storylines could unfold at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.
Damian Priest Rematch
Their 2023 Puerto Rico Street Fight set an incredibly high bar. A rematch on WWE's biggest stage could showcase both performers' evolution. Priest is now a former World Heavyweight Champion.
Dominik Mysterio (IC Title)
WWE previously teased conflict between Bad Bunny and Dominik in 2023. With Dominik holding the Intercontinental Championship and being a top heel, this program writes itself.
A Surprise Direction
Given Bad Bunny's history of surprises and chemistry with multiple roster members, WWE could pivot in an entirely unexpected direction. Countless possibilities exist.
Where to Watch WWE & WrestleMania 42
Bad Bunny WWE FAQ
Everything you need to know about Bad Bunny's WWE career and WrestleMania 42 return.
Yes. According to Bryan Alvarez of the Wrestling Observer, Bad Bunny is "currently slated to have a big match" at WrestleMania 42 on April 18-19, 2026, in Las Vegas. His tour schedule features a break from March through May that aligns perfectly with the Road to WrestleMania [1].
No opponent has been officially announced. Speculation points to either Damian Priest (a rematch of their acclaimed 2023 Backlash Street Fight) or Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio, with whom WWE had previously teased a storyline in 2023 [2].
Bad Bunny holds a 3-1 record: he won the 24/7 Championship (Feb 2021), won a tag match at WrestleMania 37 (Apr 2021), was eliminated from the Royal Rumble (Jan 2022), and won a San Juan Street Fight at Backlash (May 2023).
Bad Bunny himself declared: "No, that's a fact" when told he's the greatest celebrity wrestler ever. His three months of daily training, critically acclaimed matches at WrestleMania 37 and Backlash 2023, and universal praise from veterans like Randy Orton, MVP, and The Miz make a compelling case [16].
Bad Bunny headlined WWE Backlash in his hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rico, defeating Damian Priest in a San Juan Street Fight. The match is widely regarded as the greatest celebrity wrestling match in history, featuring kendo stick shots, high-risk spots, and appearances from Savio Vega and Carlito [13].
Bad Bunny's first official in-ring match was at WrestleMania 37 on April 10, 2021, in Tampa, Florida. He teamed with Damian Priest to defeat The Miz and John Morrison, delivering a spectacular Canadian Destroyer in the process [6].
Yes. Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8, 2026, making history as the first male Latino artist to headline solo and the first performer to deliver an entirely Spanish-language halftime show [18].
Bad Bunny was Spotify's most-streamed artist from 2020-2022 and again in 2025, with 27 million daily listeners and 60 million daily streams. He won Album of the Year at the 2026 Grammy Awards — the first all-Spanish-language album to earn the honor [17][19].
Yes. Bad Bunny was featured as a playable character in WWE 2K23, further cementing his place in WWE history beyond his in-ring appearances [28].
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Bad Bunny NewsSources & Credits
- [1] Bryan Alvarez / Wrestling Observer – Bad Bunny WrestleMania 42 Match Confirmed
- [2] Multiple Reports – Bad Bunny Expected Back 'Sooner Rather Than Later'
- [3] Royal Rumble 2021 – Bad Bunny Performs 'Booker T' Live
- [4] Bad Bunny Interview – Three Months of Training, Moving to Orlando
- [5] MVP Podcast – Praising Bad Bunny's Commitment Among Celebrity Wrestlers
- [6] WrestleMania 37 – Bad Bunny & Damian Priest vs The Miz & John Morrison
- [7] WrestleMania 37 – Bad Bunny Canadian Destroyer Highlight
- [8] David Bixenspan / VICE – Analysis of Bad Bunny's In-Ring Debut
- [9] Wrestling Expert Analysis – Bad Bunny's Psychology and Match Quality
- [10] Royal Rumble 2022 – Bad Bunny Surprise Entrant, Final Five
- [11] Bad Bunny Wins 24/7 Championship on Raw (Feb 2021)
- [12] Wrestling Analysis – Bad Bunny Elevating Damian Priest's Career
- [13] Backlash 2023 – Bad Bunny vs Damian Priest San Juan Street Fight
- [14] Backlash 2023 Highlights – LWO, Savio Vega, and Carlito Appearances
- [15] Damian Priest / Billboard Interview – Reflecting on Backlash 2023
- [16] Bad Bunny Interview – "I Am the Greatest Celebrity Wrestler of All Time"
- [17] Spotify – Bad Bunny Most-Streamed Artist Stats (2020-2022, 2025)
- [18] Super Bowl LX – Bad Bunny Historic Halftime Performance
- [19] Grammy Awards 2026 – DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Wins Album of the Year
- [20] Bad Bunny Social Media Influence – 30M+ Instagram Followers
- Images courtesy of WWE
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About Bad Bunny's WWE Career
Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) is set to return to WWE at WrestleMania 42 on April 18-19, 2026, in Las Vegas. The world's most-streamed artist has a 3-1 WWE record across four appearances, including victories at WrestleMania 37 and Backlash 2023.
Bad Bunny's WWE journey began in January 2021 and quickly set him apart from every celebrity wrestler before him. He moved to Orlando for three months, trained daily with WWE coaches, and paused his music career entirely. The result: a WrestleMania debut that featured a Canadian Destroyer and a Backlash 2023 Street Fight in his hometown of San Juan widely called the greatest celebrity wrestling match in history.
His cultural significance extends beyond match quality. As Spotify's most-streamed artist (2020-2022, 2025) with 27 million daily listeners, Bad Bunny brings mainstream attention and entirely new demographics to WWE. His Super Bowl LX Halftime Show — the first all-Spanish halftime performance — puts him at the absolute peak of cultural relevance heading into WrestleMania season.
"I am the greatest celebrity wrestler of all time," Bad Bunny has declared. After five years of proving it in the ring, few would argue otherwise.
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