Netflix edited out a surprising line from Roman Reigns’ promo during WWE RAW after his victory in the 2026 WWE men’s Royal Rumble match. The segment took place on Monday Night RAW in Philadelphia, where Reigns confronted CM Punk in a heated promo exchange about their upcoming WrestleMania 42 clash.
Background of the Promo Confrontation in Philadelphia
Following his Royal Rumble win, Roman Reigns appeared in the episode’s main event, addressing his decision for a WrestleMania opponent when CM Punk interrupted. The two wrestlers exchanged strong words, with Reigns referencing past events including their handshake at Survivor Series WarGames last November. He also brought up challenges Punk posed through comments made on Colt Cabana’s 2014 podcast and the loss of his Wiseman figure last year.
Deleted Reference to “Zebros” and Its Implications
During the promo, Reigns mentioned the moment after WarGames when he and Punk acknowledged each other as “Zebros,” a term connected to their roles in the film Zootopia 2. The exact line stated:
“Because at WarGames, I shook your hands like a man. What did we say? Zebros or some stupid sh*t like that?”
– Roman Reigns
However, viewers noticed the “Zebros” remark was missing from the replay available on Netflix. The reason for the removal remains unclear, but fans speculate legal complications related to Zootopia 2 might be involved. While the movie is available digitally on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home, it has yet to appear on streaming services like Disney+, where it is expected to debut soon.
Roman Reigns’ Challenge and WrestleMania 42 Match Announcement
At the promo’s conclusion, Roman Reigns officially selected CM Punk as his opponent for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42. Punk appeared to confirm the bout will headline the second night of the event, scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, raising anticipation among WWE fans worldwide.
Significance of the Edited Promo and Wrestling Storyline
The Netflix edit highlights the complexities that arise when wrestling entertainment intersects with intellectual property concerns, particularly involving popular media like Zootopia 2. The removal of the “Zebros” line may affect fan reactions and future promos between Reigns and Punk. As anticipation builds for WrestleMania 42, this feud remains one of the most closely watched storylines leading into the event, especially in Philadelphia, where the latest confrontation occurred.
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