Roman Reigns Claims the World Heavyweight Championship
Roman Reigns has once again asserted his dominance at the top of WWE’s hierarchy. In a main event that will be remembered as one of the all-time greats, Reigns defeated CM Punk to claim the World Heavyweight Championship. This victory marks Reigns’ 11th WrestleMania main event appearance and his first reign with this specific title, following previous holds on the WWE and Universal Championships.
The match was a tribute to the legacy of the Anoa’i family, with Reigns honoring its members, while Punk paid respects to deceased WWE production staff. The bout delivered everything fans expected from a WrestleMania main event, culminating in a thrilling finish that solidified Reigns’ status as the undisputed leader of WWE.
With Reigns back at the top, the focus now shifts to where he will take his reign next—and how frequently fans can expect to see The Tribal Chief in action moving forward.
Full Results from WrestleMania 42 Sunday
Here are the results from the highly anticipated WrestleMania 42 Sunday:
- Oba Femi defeated Brock Lesnar (A)
- Penta retained the Intercontinental Championship by defeating Rey Mysterio, Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh, Rusev, and Je’Von Evans in a Six-Man Ladder Match (B)
- Trick Williams defeated Sami Zayn to win the United States Championship (B+)
- “The Demon” Finn Balor defeated Dominik Mysterio in a Street Fight (B-)
- Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill to win the WWE Women’s Championship (A-)
- Roman Reigns defeated CM Punk to win the World Heavyweight Championship (A+)
Overall Show Grade: A
Match of the Night: Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk
What Else Happened at WrestleMania?
WrestleMania Sunday also featured a comedic in-ring segment involving John Cena, The Miz, Kit Wilson, and Danhausen. The segment ended with a missed lighting cue, which Cena humorously dismissed. Danhausen was seen running under the ring to “escape” after delivering his signature “You Can’t See Me.”
Did Brock Lesnar Retire?
Yes—Brock Lesnar, one of WWE’s most dominant athletes, officially retired from in-ring competition after losing to Oba Femi in the opening match of WrestleMania Sunday. His career, marked by incredible feats and unforgettable moments, was celebrated in a separate piece earlier in the evening.
What’s Next for WWE?
WWE has no offseason, and the action continues on Monday night with the Raw After WrestleMania, an episode that historically brings surprises, debuts, and a fresh direction for the company’s storytelling.
Athlon Sports will provide full coverage of WWE Monday Night Raw tomorrow.
