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WWE Raw Results: Roman Reigns Chooses Punk As WrestleMania 42 Opponent
Roman Reigns chose CM Punk as his WrestleMania 42 opponent out of personal animosity, marking Punk's first WrestleMania main event in a world title match.
- On Monday, February 2, 2026, Roman Reigns confronted CM Punk in Philadelphia, making his WrestleMania 42 main event choice for April 19, 2026.
- After Punk campaigned, calling Roman Reigns a part-time performer, Reigns said `I'M PICKING YOU BECAUSE I HATE YOU`, explaining his choice was driven by personal hatred.
- Two nights after the Royal Rumble in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Roman Reigns secured his second career Rumble win and set up a record 11th WrestleMania headliner.
- Fans in Philadelphia booed Drew McIntyre and cheered CM Punk during the confrontation, while Finn Balor signaled he's still coming for the title.
- Reigns did play with the crowd on 'Monday Night Raw,' asking who he should face at this year's WrestleMania 42, with the potential main event if Punk remains champion.
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