#4 CM Punk - 434 Days (WWE Championship)
Arguably the most important title reign in WWE history, CM Punk held the WWE Title for 434 days including the entire calendar year of 2012. His reign has become legendary and is one of the most influential title reigns of all time. His reign started at Survivor Series 2011 and ended at the Royal Rumble 2013 with Punk being the biggest Superstar in the wrestling world during this period of time.
He won the WWE Championship and began his second reign after defeating Alberto Del Rio via submission at Survivor Series 2011. He defended his title successfully throughout 2012 defeating opponents like John Cena, Chris Jericho, Daniel Bryan, and Ryback. His reign was loved by fans and critics alike and his title matches were thoroughly praised.
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He finally lost his WWE Championship at the 2013 Royal Rumble PPV. The Rock was given his first WWE Championship match at the Royal Rumble after he had defeated John Cena at WrestleMania 28. The Rock defeated CM Punk to win his 8th WWE Championship finally ending Punk's reign at 434 days.