Trick Williams Earns First-Ever WrestleMania Match

Sami Zayn confrontation adds intrigue to rising star's big opportunity.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 12:56am

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WWE star Trick Williams has been rewarded with his first-ever WrestleMania match, as announced on the March 27 episode of SmackDown. The decision by SmackDown GM Nick Aldis was based on Williams' growing popularity and the 'Whoop That Trick' chant. However, the celebration was short-lived as Sami Zayn confronted Aldis and Williams, leading to a sudden attack on Williams that has added fuel to a potential WrestleMania showdown between the two.

Why it matters

This is a major career milestone for Trick Williams, who has quickly risen through the ranks from NXT standout to main roster contender. The confrontation with Sami Zayn also sets up a potentially heated rivalry heading into WWE's biggest event of the year, WrestleMania 42.

The details

During a backstage segment, SmackDown GM Nick Aldis announced that Trick Williams would be competing at WrestleMania 42 based on his growing popularity and the fan support behind the 'Whoop That Trick' chant. However, the mood shifted when Sami Zayn entered the scene, congratulating Williams but then confronting Aldis about his own WrestleMania status. As Zayn walked away, he suddenly attacked Williams, hinting at a potential match between the two at the upcoming pay-per-view.

  • The announcement was made on the March 27 episode of WWE SmackDown.
  • WrestleMania 42 is scheduled for April 18-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

Trick Williams

A rising WWE star who has quickly gained popularity on the main roster, earning his first-ever WrestleMania match.

Nick Aldis

The SmackDown General Manager who made the decision to reward Trick Williams with a WrestleMania match.

Sami Zayn

A veteran WWE superstar who confronted Aldis and Williams, leading to a sudden attack on Williams that has set up a potential WrestleMania showdown.

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What they’re saying

“The decision was based on fan support. He signaled that the 'Whoop That Trick' wave has gone from catchy chant to career checkpoint.”

— Nick Aldis, SmackDown General Manager

“Zayn congratulated him but turned his attention to Aldis, asking about his own WrestleMania status.”

— Sami Zayn

What’s next

Reports suggest a potential clash between Trick Williams and Sami Zayn is under discussion, though no official opponent has been confirmed for Williams' WrestleMania match.

The takeaway

Trick Williams' first-ever WrestleMania opportunity is a significant career milestone, but the confrontation with Sami Zayn has added an intriguing layer of tension and potential drama leading up to WWE's biggest event of the year.