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Logan Paul, IShowSpeed at WrestleMania 42: Why viral stars are competing
TL;DR
Logan Paul and IShowSpeed will compete together at WrestleMania 42 in 2026, marking IShowSpeed's first official wrestling match. Paul has been a full-time WWE talent for several months, while IShowSpeed is a popular streamer with 50 million YouTube subscribers.
Besides having WWE's biggest stars competing in the ring, WrestleMania is known for its celebrity involvement, and it won't be any different in 2026.
WrestleMania 42 will have some notable stars in the ring, including two viral sensations in Logan Paul and IShowSpeed. It's no surprise to see Paul in WWE, as he has been wrestling for more than four years and has become a full-time talent in recent months, but it may be a shock to see IShowSpeed there. One of the most popular streamers in the world with 50 million YouTube subscribers, he's had a few appearances with WWE, but WrestleMania 42 will mark his first official match, and it will happen with Paul on wrestling's biggest stage.
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Why are Logan Paul, IShowSpeed at WrestleMania?
The two will actually be teaming together.
Paul has been part of The Vision since November and is currently one half of the World Tag Team Champions alongside Austin Theory. The group won the titles from Jimmy and Jey Uso and have been feuding with the Usos for months.
IShowSpeed had a hand in the titles changing hands. In late March when Danhausen "cursed" him, and he inadvertently hit LA Knight during the championship match that led to The Vision winning. The group celebrated with IShowSpeed, and a few days later, Knight appeared in his stream and attacked him.
The following week, IShowSpeed again got in the way of a match between Theory and Knight, and it was announced he would join The Vision in a tag team match against The Usos and Knight at WrestleMania 42.
Logan Paul, IShowSpeed, and Austin Theory look on during Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on April 6, 2026 in Houston, Texas.
When is Logan Paul, IShowSpeed WrestleMania 42 match?
Paul, IShowSpeed and Theory will face The Usos and Knight on WrestleMania 42 night one on Saturday, April 18.
Logan Paul WWE history
WrestleMania 42 will be fifth time Paul will compete at the event. He currently owns a 3-1 WrestleMania record.
During his time in WWE, Paul has won the United States Championship in addition to his current tag title.
IShowSpeed WWE history
This will be IShowSpeed's biggest match yet in his WWE career. He actually has somewhat teamed with Paul before, dressed as a Prime bottle at WrestleMania 40 to help him against Randy Orton and Kevin Owens. His first official action came at the 2025 Royal Rumble as a surprise entrant, where he had a viral moment of taking a spear from Bron Breakker.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Why Logan Paul, IShowSpeed are competing at WrestleMania 42
Q&A
What is the significance of Logan Paul and IShowSpeed teaming up at WrestleMania 42?
Their partnership highlights the growing trend of viral stars participating in major wrestling events, with IShowSpeed making his official wrestling debut alongside Paul.
How long has Logan Paul been involved with WWE before WrestleMania 42?
Logan Paul has been wrestling for over four years and has recently transitioned to a full-time talent in WWE.
What is IShowSpeed's background before joining WrestleMania 42?
IShowSpeed is a popular streamer known for his significant online presence, boasting 50 million subscribers on YouTube, and has made previous appearances with WWE prior to his official match at WrestleMania 42.