Jey Uso challenges CM Punk for vacant World Heavyweight Championship

Jey Uso will challenge CM Punk on Saturday Night's Main Event in Salt Lake City for the vacant World Heavyweight Championship after headlining Monday Night Raw and advancing from a number-one contenders battle royal. The match caps a turbulent run for Jey this year, which included winning the Royal Rumble and capturing his first world title at WrestleMania 41 before losing the belt back in June 2025.

Jey reached the upcoming title bout by eliminating multiple rivals on Raw, including twin brother Jimmy Uso and LA Knight. His rise into singles contention has coincided with intensified storylines and visible divisions within their family faction, as the Usos have oscillated between teaming and feuding across television events this year. Jey has repeatedly signaled a focus on individual success even as he left open the possibility of reuniting with Jimmy later. Man, I'm never going to say no to Jimmy, he said in a recent interview, but I think we got unfinished business in this singles game right here.

The buildup has produced mixed reactions among fans. A video posted online showing Jey’s battle royal victory quickly drew substantial negative responses, which commentators and...