Roman Reigns reclaimed the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42 Night 2, defeating CM Punk in the main event at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 20, 2026.
Reigns overcame Punk’s arsenal to regain the title
Punk used every move in his arsenal to fend off Reigns, including signature strikes and submission attempts, but the champion withstood the assault and secured the pinfall victory. The win marked Reigns’ return to the top of WWE after a period away from the title picture. ESPN reported the bout as hard-fought, with both competitors showing resilience throughout the match.
Night 2 featured upsets and title changes across the card
Oba Femi defeated Brock Lesnar in the opening match, prompting Lesnar to depart his gloves and shoes in the center of the ring after the loss. Rhea Ripley won the Women’s World Championship by defeating Jade Cargill, while Trick Williams captured the United States Championship. Penta retained the men’s Intercontinental Championship in a six-man ladder match, completing a night of significant title movement.
What does Reigns’ win signify for his championship reign?
The source does not specify the duration or future plans for Reigns’ title reign, only that he now holds the WWE World Heavyweight Championship following WrestleMania 42 Night 2.
Is Brock Lesnar likely to return after his loss to Oba Femi?
The source notes Lesnar left his gear in the ring but does not confirm whether he will compete in WWE again, leaving his future status uncertain based on the available information.
