At the Elimination Chamber event, CM Punk successfully defended his World Heavyweight Championship against Finn Balor, confirming Roman Reigns as his opponent for WrestleMania. Reigns showed clear interest in the outcome and quickly expressed his reaction on social media following the match.
Roman Reigns criticized the energy levels of both the audience and the champion after the event, implying that Punk appeared worn out. Punk’s choice to defend his title in Chicago, despite not being required to, meant he risked his WrestleMania main event spot against Reigns but ultimately secured his position.
After the match, Balor and Punk shared a moment of respect in the ring, with Balor acknowledging Punk as the victor. AJ Lee then joined Punk to celebrate their title victories, positioning them as one of WWE’s most powerful couples.
Roman Reigns Set to Return to WWE RAW
Having been absent from WWE RAW for several weeks, Roman Reigns is preparing to return following CM Punk’s win over Finn Balor. With the WrestleMania main event officially locked in, Reigns’ comeback is highly anticipated with seven weeks remaining before he aims to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship in Las Vegas.
Michael Cole confirmed Reigns’ imminent return during commentary, highlighting the significance of the upcoming showdown. Fans will be watching closely when Reigns reappears on RAW in just two days, eager to see how tensions unfold between the champion and challenger.
Roman Reigns Voices Criticism of Elimination Chamber Event
Reacting to the event, Reigns posted on social media,
“Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy.”
This sharp remark underscores the uneasy dynamics leading into WrestleMania and signals a brewing conflict between Reigns and CM Punk that could impact the event’s hype and reception.
Not sure who looked more tired — the crowd or the champion. Enjoy this final month of relevancy.
— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) March 1, 2026
