Penta gains support for main event status after Raw match with Reigns
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 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.
- 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.
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