WATCH: Unseen footage of heated exchange between top WWE stars after SmackDown went off the air

Following a chaotic end to the SmackDown, top WWE stars were engaged in a verbal battle ahead of their WrestleMania match.

WATCH: Unseen footage of heated exchange between top WWE stars after SmackDown went off the air

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This week’s SmackDown ended with a high-stakes contract signing featuring Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and CM Punk for their triple threat match at WrestleMania. The three stars engaged in intense verbal exchanges, delivering heated remarks throughout the segment. However, the tension didn’t end when the cameras stopped rolling, as they continued trading barbs even after the show went off the air.

In fan-recorded footage, The Tribal Chief and The Visionary exchanged heated words. As Rollins exited the ring, Roman Reigns shouted, “You know nothing!” Meanwhile, CM Punk basked in the moment, celebrating the fulfillment of his lifelong dream. In the end, the former Undisputed WWE Champion stormed out with Paul Heyman, his face etched with intensity.

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This segment perfectly showcased the deep animosity between Reigns, Rollins, and Punk. Each man is determined to assert his dominance, knowing that the road to glory runs through the others. With WrestleMania less than three weeks away, anticipation is at an all-time high as fans eagerly await the next chapter in this rivalry.

For The Best in the World, this moment is especially significant—after years of setbacks, Punk is finally set to main event WrestleMania. Determined to seize this opportunity, he has been giving it his all in preparation. Earlier this week, he battled World Heavyweight Champion Gunther in a brutal Steel Cage match in Vienna, proving his resilience.

CM Punk breaks the silence following his blockbuster SmackDown segment

CM Punk is set to main event WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas next month—a moment he has long dreamed of. Overjoyed by this career-defining opportunity on The Grandest Stage of Them All, The Best in the World took to social media after SmackDown, sharing a picture with an intriguing caption that reflected his excitement about headlining The Show of Shows.

CM Punk
CM Punk (via- WWE)

Punk took to Instagram to share a memorable moment from SmackDown, posting a picture of himself embracing Paul Heyman. The image also captured Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns sitting nearby with their trademark arrogance. The Second City Saint humorously captioned the post, suggesting that the picture belongs in the Louvre, emphasizing how much it means to him and his fans.

CM Punk
CM Punk via Instagram

Moreover, The Straight Edge Superstar was visibly emotional as fans at the O2 erupted in chants of “You deserve it.” The former AEW star reflected on this moment, stating that it was exactly what he envisioned when he re-signed with WWE in 2023.

CM Punk must win this triple threat match at WrestleMania

WWE fans are buzzing with speculation about the outcome of this high-stakes triple threat match at WrestleMania. While many believe Seth Rollins should emerge victorious, others argue that Roman Reigns deserves the win the most. However, no one has more to prove than CM Punk.

CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins
CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins [via- WWE]

A victory on The Grandest Stage of Them All would not only cement his legacy but also reaffirm his claim as The Best in the World. The Second City Saint has been riding a wave of momentum over the past few months, consistently delivering incredible performances and proving himself as a true workhorse.

With his sights already set on the World Championship, a WrestleMania victory would not only be a career-defining moment but also solidify him as a top contender for the coveted title. Moreover, with his victory in Vegas, Punk could finally put an end to his feud with Rollins and move on to other things.

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