Finn Balor has opened up about his perspective on Roman Reigns before the possibility of facing him at WrestleMania 42. With the World Heavyweight Championship match set to feature Reigns against CM Punk, Balor’s upcoming bout at Elimination Chamber could significantly alter the WrestleMania main event. Balor’s candid reflections shed light on his respect for Reigns as well as unresolved tensions between the two WWE stars.
Roman Reigns Sets Sights on CM Punk at WrestleMania 42
Following his recent Royal Rumble triumph, Roman Reigns officially declared CM Punk as his opponent for WrestleMania 42. This confirmation appeared to lock in their anticipated title match for WWE’s biggest annual event. However, Punk’s challenge against Finn Balor at the Elimination Chamber event stands as the immediate hurdle before the WrestleMania showdown.
Potential Impact of Elimination Chamber Outcome on WrestleMania
Finn Balor’s encounter with CM Punk this weekend holds considerable weight, as a victory by Balor could disrupt the expected main event narrative at WrestleMania 42. This possibility makes their Elimination Chamber match critical in shaping the championship storyline.
Balor Reflects on Professional Respect and Past Rivalries with Reigns
In an interview with Adrian Hernandez, Balor described Roman Reigns as
“one of the greatest of all time”
from a professional standpoint. He recalled their first match on Raw as a defining moment that highlighted Reigns’s exceptional skill and presence. Balor compared this with a similar experience wrestling Jushin Liger in Japan, emphasizing Reigns’s advanced level within WWE.
Despite his admiration, Balor admitted there remains some lingering bitterness over a past incident involving a malfunctioning top rope during one of their matches. He recounted being moments away from executing his foot stomp move when the rope gave way, leaving Roman Reigns stranded in the center of the ring.
“That’s something I’d, not really forgotten about, but maybe moved on from, but with what’s going on with Punk and Roman I felt like ‘oh’, it kinda reminded me, I’ve still got an issue with him too…”
?Finn Balor, WWE Star
Significance of the Upcoming Matches and What Lies Ahead
Finn Balor’s upcoming match against CM Punk at Elimination Chamber has the potential to reshape WrestleMania 42’s championship picture. Should Balor succeed, it would alter the anticipated clash between Punk and Roman Reigns, adding an unexpected twist to WWE’s marquee event. Meanwhile, Balor’s complex feelings toward Reigns reveal the depth of their professional dynamic, blending respect with rivalry as fans look forward to how their interactions unfold in the ring.
