WWE Releases Hour-Long CM Punk and Roman Reigns History Video, Fueling Match Speculation

One Big Thing

WWE has released a 58-minute video chronicling the complete history between CM Punk and Roman Reigns, from their days as allies to potential rivals, sparking speculation about a future championship confrontation.

Why It Matters

This strategic content release suggests WWE may be laying groundwork for a major program between two of its biggest stars, potentially leading to a significant box office attraction for 2024.

Key Details

• The video begins with The Shield’s 2012 debut, where they assisted Punk in retaining his WWE Championship
• Content concludes with footage from the recent WarGames match where Punk and Reigns worked together
• Video release comes after tensions were visible between both stars during the November 30 premium live event
• Punk’s alliance with The Bloodline was explained as seeking a favor from Paul Heyman

By The Numbers

• 58 minutes: Length of WWE’s historical recap video
• 11 years: Time span covered in the video (2012-2023)
• 2: Number of times Punk and Reigns have been allies (Shield era and WarGames)

Recent Context

The November 30 WarGames match saw Punk team with Reigns, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Sami Zayn to defeat the New Bloodline faction. Despite their victory, subtle moments of tension between Punk and Reigns caught fans’ attention.

What’s Next

Wrestling fans and analysts will watch closely for developments in this story, particularly given:

• Both wrestlers’ positions as top draws for WWE
• Roman Reigns‘ status as Undisputed WWE Universal Champion
• CM Punk’s recent return to WWE after nine years

What do you think about a potential CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns matchup? Share your thoughts in the comments below.