| Date | March 29, 2015 |
| Tone | More sport-oriented, with greater emphasis on competitive, high-stakes matches |
| Event | WrestleMania 31 |
| Venue | |
| Impact | Continues to push the sport of professional wrestling forward in new directions |
| Main event | Brock Lesnar (c) vs. Roman Reigns for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship |
| Storyline focus | Building new stars like Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, and Finn Balor; • Long-term character development for wrestlers like Bray Wyatt and Luke Harper |
| Part-time stars/celebrities | Smaller role, more focus on current WWE roster |
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Daniel Bryan After months of conflict and a bitter rivalry, Daniel Bryan finally earns his long-awaited WWE World Heavyweight Championship match against the imposing Roman Reigns. Bryan's underdog story and tireless pursuit of the title capture the imagination of the WWE Universe, setting up an epic clash between the future of WWE and the man carrying on the legacy of the Shield. In a hard-fought, back-and-forth battle, Bryan manages to overcome Reigns' power with his technical mastery, forcing the champion to submit to the Yes! Lock to become the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion.
Reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar makes his return to WWE to take on the rapidly rising Finn Balor. Lesnar's imposing physical dominance and unparalleled fighting ability are put to the test against Balor's speed, agility and innovative offense. In a gritty, hard-hitting affair, Balor manages to survive Lesnar's savage onslaught, finally putting away the former WWE Champion with a devastating Coup de Grâce. Balor's monumental victory instantly establishes him as a top star in WWE.
The rivalry between the legendary Sting and the cunning, opportunistic Seth Rollins reaches its climax at WrestleMania. Desperate to cement his claim as the future of WWE, Rollins pulls out all the stops to try and defeat the WCW icon. However, Sting's veteran savvy and determination prove too much, and he forces Rollins to tap out to the Scorpion Deathlock, vanquishing his younger foe and solidifying his place in wrestling history.
Two of WWE's most intense and unhinged competitors collide in a brutal, no-disqualification showdown. Dean Ambrose's reckless, unpredictable in-ring style clashes violently with Randy Orton's calculated, instinctive attack. After a savage, back-and-forth battle using everything from steel chairs to kendo sticks, Orton manages to connect with an RKO out of nowhere to pick up the win against the resilient Ambrose.
John Cena (c) vs. Rusev Rusev's dominant run as United States Champion reaches its pinnacle as he defends the title against the legendary John Cena. The "Bulgarian Brute" uses his immense power and ruthless aggression to try and overwhelm Cena, who must dig deep to find a way to overcome the roaring monster. In the end, Cena overcomes the odds, forcing Rusev to tap out to the STF to reclaim the United States Championship and end Rusev's historic reign.
Triple H vs. Bray Wyatt In a brutal, high-stakes clash, the COO Triple H faces off against the enigmatic Bray Wyatt in a No Holds Barred match. Wyatt's sinister mind games and unorthodox offense push Triple H to the limit, but the veteran's sheer tenacity and will to win ultimately prevail. After a grueling, exhausting fight, Triple H manages to put Wyatt away with a Pedigree to earn the hard-fought victory.
The legendary Undertaker returns to WrestleMania to face off against the towering, unhinged Luke Harper. Harper, a former member of The Wyatt Family, seeks to make a name for himself by vanquishing the Deadman's undefeated streak at the event. In a match filled with dark, supernatural elements, Harper pushes the Undertaker to the brink, but ultimately succumbs to the Tombstone Piledriver, extending the Streak to 23-0.
AJ Styles (c) vs. Neville Two of WWE's most athletic, high-flying competitors clash for the prestigious Intercontinental Championship. The champion AJ Styles, known for his innovative offense and technical mastery, faces a steep challenge in the gravity-defying Neville. In an action-packed, back-and-forth encounter, Neville narrowly manages to overcome Styles, hitting a devastating Red Arrow to capture the Intercontinental Title.
Cesaro & Tyson Kidd (c) vs. The New Day The dominant reign of Cesaro and Tyson Kidd as Tag Team Champions is put to the test against the colorful, charismatic trio of The New Day. Big E, Kofi Kingston, and Xavier Woods use their unorthodox teamwork and high-energy offense to push the champions to the limit. However, Cesaro and Kidd's superior technical skills and chemistry as a unit prove too much, and they manage to retain the titles after a hard-fought battle.
Paige (c) vs. Charlotte In a battle between two of WWE's premier female competitors, the calculating, technical savvy of Paige collides with the raw power and athleticism of Charlotte. The champion Paige utilizes her experience and ruthless streak to try and wear down the larger Charlotte, but the challenger refuses to be intimidated. In the end, Charlotte's strength and skill prove too much, as she forces Paige to submit to the Figure-Eight Leglock to become the new Divas Champion.
In a clash of heavyweight factions, the dominant, unstoppable Ascension (Konnor & Viktor) take on the reunited trio of Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, and Seth Rollins - collectively known as The Shield. The Ascension's methodical, punishing offense is met with the relentless teamwork and high-octane attacks of the Shield members. After a turbulent, back-and-forth contest, The Shield's superior unity and chemistry lead them to a decisive victory over their imposing opponents.
In the annual over-the-top-rope battle royal, a diverse array of WWE Superstars compete for the right to receive a future WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match. After an intense, chaotic free-for-all, it is Bray Wyatt who emerges victorious, outlasting all of his opponents to earn the coveted title opportunity.
