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CM Punk to Defend Title Against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42
CM Punk will defend his title against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42. Seth Rollins says he is proud the title match will be featured.
CM Punk is slated to defend his title against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42. Reigns earned his title shot by winning the 2026 Men's Rumble Match. Seth Rollins held the title before Punk won it at Survivor Series last year. Rollins relinquished the title after sustaining an injury at Crown Jewel 2025. Rollins told the Boston Herald that the Punk versus Reigns match will likely be featured on Night Two of WrestleMania. Rollins said he felt it was important that the title was represented every week and would allow new stars to be created.
Key Facts
- CM Punk will defend his title against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42.
- Roman Reigns won the 2026 Men's Rumble Match.
- Seth Rollins held the title before CM Punk.
- Rollins relinquished the title after an injury at Crown Jewel 2025.
- Rollins spoke with the Boston Herald about the upcoming match.
- Rollins believes the title should be represented every week.
- The title match will allow new stars to be created, according to Rollins.
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Research Sources
- Fightful.com — Seth Rollins Says He's Proud World Heavyweight Title Will Headline WrestleMania 42 - Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News