3 Key Reasons Roman Reigns Must Avoid Choosing CM Punk As His WrestleMania 42 Opponent

Roman Reigns faces a crucial WrestleMania 42 decision. Reviving his rivalry with CM Punk could derail fan expectations, block Punk vs. Breakker II, and deny Drew McIntyre fresh opponents. Here are three reasons why he must avoid that choice.

Reviving The Rivalry Too Soon

The handshake between Reigns and Punk symbolized closure after years of animosity. Reigniting hostilities within three months risks appearing premature. Fans may grow weary of seeing the same feud resurface so quickly, especially after the two stars seemingly buried the hatchet. WrestleMania should showcase fresh narratives, not recycle rivalries that were just resolved.

Blocking CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker II

CM Punk retained the World Heavyweight Championship against Bron Breakker earlier this winter, but the rivalry feels unfinished. Many fans anticipate a rematch at WrestleMania 42. If Reigns selects Punk, that storyline is effectively sidelined, forcing WWE to push the rematch to Elimination Chamber or later. Such a move would disappoint audiences who want Punk vs. Breakker II on the grandest stage.

Drew McIntyre Needs Fresh Opponents

Drew McIntyre has been central to WWE’s recent storylines, clashing with Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu. After retaining the Undisputed WWE Championship against Sami Zayn at the Royal Rumble and eliminating Rhodes, fans expect a Triple Threat at WrestleMania.

Yet McIntyre’s arc could benefit from facing Roman Reigns instead. Their history from the early Bloodline days adds intrigue, and McIntyre has never beaten Reigns one‑on‑one. Choosing McIntyre would provide a fresh, high‑stakes rivalry, while Rhodes and Fatu could battle him at Elimination Chamber.