Penta gains support for main event status after Raw match with Reigns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 4:21 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Penta's recent challenge for Roman Reigns' World Heavyweight Championship on Raw has shifted perceptions of his status within WWE. Following a highly regarded performance, many in the organization advocate for Penta's continued presence in the main event scene. While he did not win the title, a rematch with Reigns is considered a possibility for the future. The WWE plans to keep Reigns as champion for now, with speculation surrounding his title defenses leading up to WrestleMania 43.
- •Penta challenged Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship on Raw.
- •Many within WWE want Penta to stay in the main event scene.
- •A rematch between Penta and Reigns is not scheduled soon.
- •Reigns' title reign may continue leading into WrestleMania 43.
- •LA Knight is rumored as a challenger for Reigns' title at Money In The Bank.
- 4:21 PMWrestling Inc — Nattie Says Penta Has Reached 'Next Level' After Facing Roman Reigns On WWE Raw
- 7:05 PMWrestling Inc — Backstage News On Penta's Internal WWE Status Following Raw Match With Roman Reigns
"Many within WWE are reportedly pushing for Penta to remain at the top of the card after his performance against Roman Reigns on Raw.
"Following his outing against Roman Reigns on "WWE Raw," Nattie believes Penta has ascended to another level in the company.
Sources
External links- Wrestling IncSep 18, 2026, 4:21 PMNattie Says Penta Has Reached 'Next Level' After Facing Roman Reigns On WWE Raw
Following his outing against Roman Reigns on "WWE Raw," Nattie believes Penta has ascended to another level in the company.
- Wrestling IncSep 17, 2026, 7:05 PMBackstage News On Penta's Internal WWE Status Following Raw Match With Roman Reigns
Many within WWE are reportedly pushing for Penta to remain at the top of the card after his performance against Roman Reigns on Raw.
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