CM Punk Threatens to Bury Roman Reigns Beside His Father | WWE RAW

The animosity between Roman Reigns and CM Punk reached a fever pitch on the March 2 edition of WWE RAW, just weeks before WrestleMania. The confrontation, which closed the show, escalated their rivalry with deeply personal attacks.

Punk and Reigns Trade Barbs

Reigns initiated the segment with his signature “Acknowledge Me” prompt, quickly interrupted by Punk. The exchange began with sarcastic questioning from Punk regarding Reigns’ demeanor, which Reigns deflected with a jab about social media. The conversation swiftly transitioned from playful banter to pointed accusations.

A History Revisited

Punk asserted he was “tired of carrying” Reigns, referencing their shared history in Indianapolis and claiming credit for bringing Reigns into the spotlight. Reigns countered, stating Punk’s influence extended to Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose, not him directly. This exchange highlighted a long-standing tension regarding perceived contributions to each other’s careers.

Personal Attacks and WrestleMania Stakes

Punk claimed to have gotten inside Reigns’ head during a previous encounter, prompting Reigns to dismiss Punk’s relevance without the World Heavyweight Championship. Reigns then launched a scathing verbal attack, questioning Punk’s motives for returning to WWE, suggesting he was brought back to appeal to a specific demographic and sell merchandise. He even predicted a retirement tour for Punk, potentially ending in NXT.

The Chilling Final Exchange

Punk delivered a final, impactful blow, responding to Reigns’ retirement suggestion with a chilling statement: he would “bury” Reigns next to his father. This deeply personal remark left the audience and Reigns visibly stunned, ending RAW on a tense and foreboding note.