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WWE's planned main events for WrestleMania 42 include Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Championship and CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker for the World Heavyweight Championship, with storylines set after Survivor Series: WarGames, indicating a focus on rematches and ongoing rivalries.
CM Punk discussed his secretive return to WWE on the Preview Special 2024, emphasizing the importance of not leaking information to maintain the magic of the business. He described his comeback at Survivor Series in Chicago as a magical and deafening experience due to the crowd's reaction. Punk also mentioned his recent victories over Dominik Mysterio in New York and Los Angeles and his vow to win the upcoming Royal Rumble, aiming to fulfill his dream of headlining WrestleMania. His return marks a significant moment, aligning with the Rumble event, a decade after his last signature appearance and subsequent departure from WWE.
The Rock has hinted at more WWE appearances, potentially setting up a match with Roman Reigns, while former Women's Champion Naomi is expected to return to WWE soon. Cody Rhodes, despite uncertainty around his WrestleMania 40 status, topped WWE merchandise sales in December, followed by CM Punk and Jey Uso. Naomi's return could be imminent following her tenure with Impact Wrestling, and there's speculation about her and Sasha Banks' future moves in the wrestling world.
Former AEW World Champion CM Punk, unadvertised for the event, is reportedly backstage at WWE Raw's New Year's Day edition. Speculation arises about his potential involvement in the show, especially given his recent announcement to compete in the Royal Rumble and his ongoing feud with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins. Punk's recent performances at live events have garnered positive attention, adding to the anticipation of his next move in WWE.