World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk secured his place on the WrestleMania 42 card with a hard-fought win against Finn Balor at WWE Elimination Chamber. This victory confirmed Roman Reigns as his high-profile opponent in the upcoming event. However, Reigns expressed skepticism about Punk’s performance and relevance in the lead-up to their clash.
Details of CM Punk’s Victory Over Finn Balor
In a dramatic 20-minute match, Punk withstood Balor’s initial Coup De Grace attempt and countered the second with a Sharpshooter submission hold. Although Balor managed to reach the ropes and escape, Punk quickly regained control by delivering a series of stomps followed by the decisive Go To Sleep (GTS) maneuver, securing his victory. At 47 years old, Punk now prepares for his second WrestleMania main event.
Roman Reigns’ Comments and WrestleMania Preview
Following Punk’s win, Roman Reigns took to X (formerly Twitter) to downplay his rival’s status.
“Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy,”
Reigns posted, making clear his confidence and dismissive stance ahead of their encounter.
Reigns, known as “The Tribal Chief,” will be making his return to WWE Raw on March 16 in San Antonio, Texas, after missing a week of television. He earned the World Heavyweight Championship opportunity by winning the 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble, marking his first appearance on Monday Night Raw since early February.
Event Details and Anticipation for WrestleMania 42
WrestleMania 42 is scheduled for April 18 and 19 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, returning as a two-night spectacle. According to No-Contest Wrestling, the second night will be headlined by the highly anticipated bout between Roman Reigns and CM Punk, setting the stage for what promises to be a marquee match of the event.
Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy.
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) March 1, 2026
