Roman Reigns confirmed last week that he will headline WrestleMania 42 by challenging CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship. Their heated verbal showdown took place in the main event of RAW, sparking speculation about whether the Tribal Chief will appear on tonight’s episode of the red brand. So far, Reigns has not been advertised for the show, suggesting he may be absent.
With Roman Reigns likely missing, WWE is expected to shift attention to CM Punk’s developing conflict with Finn Balor during the broadcast. Last week, the World Heavyweight Champion directly called out Balor, a member of Judgment Day, during his promo battle with Reigns. Balor’s anticipated response could set the stage for a title challenge in Chicago at the upcoming Elimination Chamber event.
Roman Reigns Hints at WrestleMania 43 Role During Royal Rumble Vlog
WWE recently released a backstage vlog featuring Roman Reigns’ preparations for the Royal Rumble match in Saudi Arabia. Before entering the Men’s Rumble, Reigns appeared to reveal a potential spoiler about his plans for WrestleMania 43, also scheduled to take place in the Middle East.
“Need I say more? It was only a matter of time. Now the real work starts. In one year’s time, excuse me. One year and a couple of months, this city is mine again. I’m gonna choke the life out of this game,” Reigns said.
This statement from the Tribal Chief implies he could be positioned in the main event at WrestleMania 43 and might retain or recapture the World Heavyweight Championship at what is often called the Show of Shows. His remarks further hint at holding the title through to next year’s major event in Saudi Arabia, though how those plans unfold remains uncertain.
Implications for WWE’s Upcoming Major Events
Roman Reigns’ doubtful status for tonight’s RAW episode leaves room for fresh storylines involving CM Punk and Finn Balor, intensifying intrigue around the World Heavyweight Championship scene. The buildup to both WrestleMania 42 and the Saudi Arabia events remains highly unpredictable, especially with Reigns’ own comments fueling speculation about future appearances and title reigns. Fans and WWE’s creative team alike will closely monitor developments as these critical dates approach, shaping the company’s direction for its flagship events.
OH MY DAYS THE ROMAN/PUNK MANIA GRAPHIC 🥶 pic.twitter.com/vQUeu8qGRs
— Roman Reigns SZN 💥 (@reigns_era) February 7, 2026
