At the peak time of WrestleMania 41 there was speculation about featuring matches with top stars. The center buzz spot is Seth Rollins-CM Punk-Roman Reigns clash, a star-studded triple threat. No doubt adding three big superstars in a match increases the worth and high expectations. But on the other hand it is considered as a potential downgrade for each player. As WWE could focus on the individual rivalry and escalate it in the WrestleMania event.
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Lack of Stakes For The Triple Threat Match
Featuring Rollins-Punk-Reigns in a triple threat match yet facing criticism is due to lack of stacks associated with it. WWE is known for high-stakes main event matches at WrestleMania by including championship titles or culmination of storyline in a conclusive way. As per current storyline, this triple threat match is does not have a championship on the line.
It doesn’t matter which wrestler is competing in the main event but lack of high stake prize or title surely will impact the potential reach of the match. To meet the potential reach of the match, WWE must look for the tangible reward to strengthen the impact of the match.
Missed Opportunities for Singles Matches at WrestleMania 41
The other factor is missed opportunities for singles matches as one on one fights meet the potential peak of the character development as well as story development. Involving Rollins, Punk, and Reigns shifts the focus from the core story line and loses an opportunity to capitalise their individual rivalry with one another.
For example, Roman and Rollins matches are always impactful and full of past contrasting characters. WWE could capitalise it in the WrestleMania event as they both faced each other in the WrestleMania singles match. In addition, Punk-Rollins ongoing feud extension in the WrestleMania event could be more impactful than the triple threat event. To execute detailed plot progression and High emotional investment from fans is difficult in triple threat and easily can be executed through single match.
Convoluted Storytelling
Triple threat matches seem entertaining as Three superstars are competing with one another but all this leads to extremely complicated and difficult to follow storytelling. To involve three stars and increase the impact of the match may also impact the individual storyline of each player. This dilution can result in an unsatisfying experience for fans who are invested in each character’s journey.
All three superstars deserved to be involved in a world title match
When CM Punk returned to WWE in 2023, the first feud that everyone wanted to see was against Seth Rollins. At the time, the Visionary was the World Heavyweight Champion. WWE was probably trying to book a match between them at WrestleMania 40. However, Punk’s injury derailed the plans. With Gunther now holding the title, it made sense that at least one of them could have been a part of the WHC match at WrestleMania 41.
Roman Reigns on the other hand looked set to face Cody Rhodes at the Grandest Stage of Them All. Since losing the championship, he never got his rematch. After capturing his Ula Fala the OTC needed to head on for bigger things like a title match against Rhodes or a match against The Rock. A match against the Great One could have cemented his legacy.
Impact on Other Superstars
The Rollins-Punk-Reigns triple threat at WrestleMania 41 impacts other wrestlers’ opportunities on the roster. Other superstars may miss out on opportunities to shine at WrestleMania. Not only does WWE miss an opportunity to book high profile matches but also limit the spotlight of many deserving superstars for the event.
For example, allocating “Card space” to a triple threat match leads to an opportunity miss for Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania event. From being a top contender and now having to face Damian Priest has hindered his chances to shine on WWE’s biggest stage.
Conclusion
In summary, it is clear that Seth Rollins vs CM Punk vs Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41 looks a high profile and entertaining matcg from the fans perspective. However lack of stakes makes it a step down match. Also missed opportunities for singles competition, convoluted storytelling potential, and negative impact on other superstars’ chances to shine factors questions to WWE creative team direction regarding this WrestleMania 41 match booking.
They possibly have many other options that eventually will provide equal opportunity to many deserving superstars to showcase their talent by featuring int he biggest event of the year, WrestleMania.
Vijay Suyal 
Reddaveni Saisneha