Following Roman Reigns’ victory at WWE Elimination Chamber, CM Punk delivered pointed remarks targeting Reigns as their highly anticipated match for WrestleMania 42 was confirmed. Punk successfully defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor at the pay-per-view event held on Saturday night, solidifying the final matchup for next month’s WrestleMania main event. The bout is set to take place during the two-night event at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
Social Media Jabs Between Punk and Reigns Heat Up
Although Roman Reigns did not appear at the Elimination Chamber event in person, he used social media to take a shot at CM Punk during the show. On Twitter, Reigns posted a message mocking both the crowd and Punk’s performance, writing:
Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy.
In response, Punk appeared during the WrestleMania pre-show and harshly criticized Reigns for remaining absent. Highlighting his status as a defending champion actively competing and traveling, Punk contrasted his own activity with what he called Reigns’ inactivity, warning that the latter would be out of practice by the time they face off in Las Vegas.
CM Punk Emphasizes Fighting Champion Role and Challenges Reigns
During his interview, Punk highlighted the attendance at his title defense event in Chicago and taunted Reigns for missing the live show. He declared:
He’s got time to tweet, but he doesn’t have time to come to Chicago,
Listen, Roman! Roman Reigns. Second highest arena gate record in company history, and you’re not #1 either. 19,346 people showed up in Chicago, because I am a fighting champion. And I will travel to Las Vegas — and yeah, I’m gonna be tired. And yeah, I’m gonna be beat up, and I’m gonna be bandaged. But that keeps me sharp, on the edge where I need to be. And for me, the action is the juice. You can sit at home, and we’re gonna call you Rusty Reigns when you show up in Las Vegas. And I got a GTS for you, and every one of your stupid family members.
WrestleMania 42 Matches and Event Details
Set for April 18th and 19th, WrestleMania 42 will once again take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, marking the second straight year for the venue to host WWE’s flagship event. Fans outside the United States can watch the event via Netflix’s streaming platform. The current match lineup includes several high-profile title contests:
- World Heavyweight Championship: CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns
- Women’s World Championship: Stephanie Vaquer vs. Liv Morgan
- Undisputed WWE Championship: Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton
- WWE Women’s Championship: Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley
- Open Challenge: Brock Lesnar vs. To Be Determined
Significance of the Feud and Anticipation Ahead of WrestleMania
The escalating hostility between CM Punk and Roman Reigns adds intensity to their forthcoming championship match, setting the stage for a high-stakes confrontation at WrestleMania 42. Punk’s insistence on remaining active as a fighting champion contrasts with Reigns’ measured approach, creating a storyline filled with personal insults and competitive tension. Their bout is expected to be a defining moment of the two-night event, drawing significant attention from fans and media alike as the WWE landscape prepares for one of its biggest annual showcases.
Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy.
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) March 1, 2026
"He has time to tweet, but he doesn't have time to come to Chicago." 👀@CMPunk is NOT holding back on @WWERomanReigns! pic.twitter.com/mZqn19y5pl
— WWE (@WWE) March 1, 2026
