5 Indications that CM Punk is losing his WWE World Heavyweight Title in early 2026

CM Punk is the World Champion right now. [Image credits: WWE on YouTube]
CM Punk is the World Champion right now. [Image credits: WWE on YouTube]

The next challenger of CM Punk is official, and that WWE star is Bron Breakker. On RAW after Survivor Series: WarGames 2025, the company confirmed that Punk and Breakker will lock horns on the January 5, 2026, episode of the red brand.

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Meanwhile, there are some indications hinting that the Voice of the Voiceless may lose the World Championship in early 2026. In this article, we will look at five signs Punk will soon lose the world title.


#5. Bron Breakker pinned CM Punk at WarGames

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The 2025 Men's WarGames match concluded when Bron Breakker pinned the World Heavyweight Champion. This was also the reason why the new Big Dog got a world title shot on the first RAW of 2026.

Usually, a World Champion doesn't get pinned in the ring, but Breakker pinning Punk at Survivor Series could be an indication that he may lose the championship soon. On January 5, 2026, in a RAW episode, Bron may dethrone Punk and emerge as the new World title holder.

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#4. WWE is high on Bron Breakker

Bron Breakker is getting a major push in the main roster. The former NXT Champion was the one who turned on Seth Rollins and bashed him from the Vision. Considering this, it's realistic to say that Breakker could be the one to dethrone CM Punk, and with a world title match now official, Punk may lose the championship in early 2026.

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With this move, WWE can establish Breakker as the next headliner in the Stamford-based promotion.


#3. CM Punk apparently injured

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On RAW after Survivor Series, WWE officially confirmed that the Best in the World is not medically cleared to compete after the WarGames match. However, the company has yet to disclose full details in this scenario.

With Punk apparently injured, it seems like another indication that he will lose the World title in early next year.


#2. To set up a big Elimination Chamber win for CM Punk in Chicago next year

Next year, Elimination Chamber 2026 is set to take place at the United Center in Chicago, IL. With Chicago being Punk's hometown, WWE is likely to set up a big victory for the Second City Saint.

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As a result, CM Punk may lose the World Championship in early 2026 and later compete in the Elimination Chamber. At the PLE, he may either win back the World title or contest in a No. 1 contender match to earn the right to challenge the World Champion.


#1. To set the stage for Roman Reigns vs Bron Breakker at WrestleMania 42

Roman Reigns has already made it clear he wants to become World Champion again. One of the dream matches that the WWE Universe wanted to witness is a showdown between Reigns and Breakker. However, this match can unfold at WrestleMania 42 if Bron dethrones Punk and emerges as the new Champion.

Following this, the OTC can win the Men's Royal Rumble match or directly challenge the Vision member for a World title match at Showcase of Immortals. So, WWE's potential plans for Roman vs. Bron appear to be another indication that he will lose the World title in early 2026.

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