Reigns outlasts CM Punk in brutal main event war
Summary
– Roman Reigns defeats CM Punk to win World Heavyweight Championship
– Violent main event sees both men left bloodied and exhausted
– Victory marks Reigns’ return to the top after two years
Roman Reigns reclaimed championship gold at WrestleMania 42, defeating CM Punk in a hard-fought main event battle. The match closed night two inside Allegiant Stadium and delivered a physical contest that matched the intensity of their rivalry.
Reigns entered the match with momentum after earning his opportunity through the Royal Rumble. The buildup between the two included personal exchanges that added weight to the confrontation.
The fight quickly spilled beyond the ring, with Reigns taking control early and using the environment to wear Punk down. Punk responded with bursts of offense, creating several chances to end the match with his GTS.
The action escalated as both competitors absorbed heavy damage. Punk managed to open Reigns up, but the momentum shifted when Reigns retaliated with aggressive offense, including sending Punk into the steel steps and through the announce table.
As the match progressed, near-falls kept the outcome in doubt. Punk connected with multiple GTS attempts, while Reigns answered with Superman Punches and spears, refusing to stay down.
A key moment came when Punk attempted to steal the victory with a low blow followed by another GTS, but Reigns kicked out and kept the match alive.
The closing sequence saw Reigns take control, delivering a spear that dropped Punk before following up with a second spear to secure the pinfall.
With the victory, Reigns becomes World Heavyweight Champion once again, ending two years without a world title and reestablishing himself at the top.
Another incredible #WrestleMania MOMENT for @WWERomanReigns! 😤 pic.twitter.com/JZIgXzIXkL
— WWE (@WWE) April 20, 2026
