Roman Reigns to face legend for title at WrestleMania 41 if The Rock doesn't return? Exploring the possibility
Roman Reigns boasts an exceptional WrestleMania record, headlining the Show of Shows nine times in his career already. The 41st edition of the show is about four months away and it seems that the OTC will supposedly face either Cody Rhodes or The Rock in Las Vegas.
However, the recent development in Reigns’ storyline suggests a potential twist that could see him facing a different opponent at WrestleMania 41. The name in the question is CM Punk. The Best in the World made his much-awaited return before Survivor Series WarGames 2024, alongside Paul Heyman, who introduced him as the fifth member of the OG Bloodline.
The Original Bloodline and Punk emerged victorious in the Men's WarGames match. Following the spectacular win, fans noted that when Paul Heyman hugged Punk while he was making his exit, the Best in the World reminded The Wiseman that he owed him a favor and that whenever he wanted one, he would ask for it.
En route to WrestleMania 41, Punk could ask to face Roman Reigns with some kind of stakes, leading to a massive feud and the chance for the wrestling world to witness two legends battle on the Grandest Stage of Them All. The stars have already hinted at animosity between them. It needed interference from Paul Heyman for the duo to work together and get the job done.
How Roman Reigns could begin his storyline with the 46-year-old legend for a WrestleMania 41 showdown
In a dramatic turn of events, CM Punk could clinch the World Heavyweight Championship before WrestleMania 41. Punk could then redeem the favor he owed Paul Heyman by asking him to leave Reigns and be his Wiseman.
This could mark the beginning of their epic showdown, leading to a match at The Showcase of Immortals next year for the World Heavyweight Title, with the stakes being the title and Heyman himself.
It remains to be seen if the Triple H-led creative team pulls the trigger on the much-anticipated bout between Roman Reigns and CM Punk for WrestleMania 41.