Roman Reigns is scheduled to make his return on the March 2 episode of WWE RAW, airing live from Indianapolis following the WWE Elimination Chamber event. His highly anticipated WrestleMania 42 match for the Heavyweight Championship remains confirmed, where he will face CM Punk, who recently defended his title against Finn Balor in Chicago.
Potential for an Intense Verbal Confrontation
Reigns and CM Punk last confronted each other on RAW after the 2026 Royal Rumble, engaging in a fierce promo exchange that concluded with Punk being selected as Reigns’ WrestleMania opponent. At this upcoming RAW, fans can expect another heated promo showdown where the two stars might delve deeper into personal attacks, amplifying their rivalry with emotionally charged dialogue.
The Possibility of a Physical Altercation with the Champion
As Roman Reigns returns, tensions with his WrestleMania challenger CM Punk could quickly surge into physical conflict. This could trigger a brawl on RAW’s stage, necessitating intervention from WWE RAW General Manager Adam Pearce, along with security personnel and fellow roster members, to restore order amid the ensuing chaos.
Unexpected Encounter with a Returning Rival
While a confrontation between Reigns and Punk is expected, an unanticipated meeting with returning star Seth Rollins could add further drama. Rollins might warn Reigns that after dealing with his current faction, The Vision, he plans to pursue the World Heavyweight Championship regardless of whether Reigns or Punk holds it following WrestleMania.
Roman Reigns’ comeback promises to inject new energy into WWE RAW, intensifying existing rivalries and potentially introducing new storylines that will shape the path to WrestleMania 42. The developments on the March 2 episode will be crucial in setting the tone for the flagship show’s upcoming episodes and the championship picture.
The OTC and the BITW both LIVE on the Flagship!? ✅
Dirty Dom DEFENDS his IC title!? ✅
AJ Lee in the house!? ✅
I will address Seth Rollins!? ✅#WWERaw is LIVE tomorrow night from Indianapolis!
📺 8 ET/5 PT and LIVE around the globe on Netflix. And that is official. pic.twitter.com/DFJkboGzUC
— Adam Pearce (@ScrapDaddyAP) March 1, 2026
