On the Monday Night RAW episode following the WWE Royal Rumble, Roman Reigns, who won the 2026 men’s Royal Rumble match, made his return to the show. However, his scheduled promo was interrupted by CM Punk, the current WWE Heavyweight Champion, sparking a heated exchange. Reigns quickly chose Punk as his opponent for WrestleMania 42, setting up a major showdown. Recently, during an appearance on the Up & Adam Show, Punk was asked why Reigns seems to harbor animosity toward him. Punk’s witty reply amused the hosts and entertained fans alike.
“The lore is we’re two top guys in the industry, so it’s going to be a measuring contest. You see, I’m being cautious about my words. Can I say d*ck measuring contest?” he said. (H/T: nodq.com)
CM Punk Reveals No Personal Hate Toward Roman Reigns
In the same podcast, CM Punk clarified that he does not actually hate Roman Reigns and doubts that Reigns hates him either. Punk explained that his goal is to get inside the mind of the Tribal Chief, also known as the Original Tribal Chief, as part of his strategy to gain the upper hand inside the ring.
“Do you think he really hates me? I mean, hate and love — it’s a fine line. The lore is, we’re two top guys in the industry, so it’s gonna be… a di**-measuring contest… No, I don’t hate him at all. But I’m the guy that gets under people’s skin. I can draw that out of him. I really make people step up and become the best version of themselves, because they want to shut me up. They want to shut me off. And I love that, because if I can get him emotional… and if you’re in their head, you know you can beat ‘em on the field. That’s where I’m at with the whole thing.” [H/T Cageside Seats]
The Stakes for the WrestleMania 42 Main Event
The upcoming WrestleMania 42 main event promises to be a landmark moment in WWE history, featuring CM Punk defending his World Heavyweight Title against Roman Reigns. Both competitors are recognized as two of the biggest names in professional wrestling today. Their rivalry is fueled by a mix of competitive tension and psychological warfare, ensuring an intense and emotionally charged match for fans worldwide.
Anticipation and Impact for WWE’s Biggest Show
This feud highlights the personal and professional challenges between two top-tier superstars, setting a dramatic tone for the WrestleMania stage. With Punk’s ability to provoke and push his opponents emotionally, and Reigns’ reputation as the dominant champion, the match carries significant weight for WWE’s future storylines. Fans can expect a high-stakes contest that could define careers and shift the balance of power within the organization.
CM Punk says his Wrestlemania 42 bout with Roman Reigns will be a "d*ck measuring contest" 😳@CMPunk | @WWERomanReigns | @heykayadams pic.twitter.com/ZkYYuWSk6i
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) February 4, 2026
