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During the latest SmackDown event, Paul Heyman hinted at a potential showdown between Roman Reigns and a former WWE Champion, CM Punk. Heyman, speaking on behalf of Reigns, mentioned the numerous contenders who’ve challenged The Tribal Chief and ended up on the losing side.

The buzz around Heyman’s promo suggests a blockbuster match between Reigns and CM Punk, with speculation growing that they might headline SummerSlam 2024, possibly competing for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Punk had recently hinted at a feud with his past opponent on the blue brand.

Punk, absent from SummerSlam since his memorable bout against Brock Lesnar in 2013, has been making appearances, including a near run-in with The Bloodline’s locker room, fueling speculation about his future plans.

Next Monday, CM Punk is set to appear on RAW, likely continuing his storyline leading up to the 2024 Royal Rumble. Although currently without an opponent on television, that might change when he appears on the red brand next week.In other events

at SmackDown: New Year’s Revolution, Roman Reigns, along with Solo Sikoa and Jimmy Uso, disrupted a Triple Threat number one contender’s match involving Randy Orton, AJ Styles, and LA Knight. The Bloodline created chaos in the ring, setting a tense atmosphere.

SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis informed Paul Heyman ringside that at the 2024 Royal Rumble, Reigns would face the three men in a Fatal 4-Way Match. However, Reigns, through Heyman, expressed his dissatisfaction, wanting Heyman to “fix this,” indicating his reluctance to accept the challenge Aldis presented.

The backstage interaction between Reigns and Heyman regarding the match announcement is captured in a WWE Digital Exclusive video.

For deeper insights into why AJ Styles might become the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at the 2024 Royal Rumble, click here.

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