Roman Reigns, the undisputed Universal Champion and a force of nature in the squared circle, has dominated WWE for years. The Tribal Chief is a reigning Universal Champion for a record of 1,202 days. As WrestleMania 40 approaches in Philadelphia, speculation runs rife about the plans for Reigns, who has graced the main event stage seven times.
According to recent reports from SESCOOPS, Roman Reigns is locked in for a WrestleMania showdown; a decision was made in early September. Despite rumors about the Rock, he was never part of the equation this time. Surprisingly, Reigns is even adding house show dates, hinting at a potential title defense before WrestleMania.
While Roman’s Mania dance partner is locked in, WWE’s creative landscape remains unpredictable. CM Punk’s shocking return might throw a wrench in the plans, forcing a shift in at least one major match.
The Men’s Royal Rumble winner was also confirmed in September, but nothing is truly “locked in” until the roar of the Philadelphia crowd fills the air. A trusted WWE source wisely notes, “Even Roman’s main event can change if circumstances dictate. Will they dictate? Most likely not. But until it’s locked in, it’s not locked in.”
The Tribal Chief’s WrestleMania journey is far from over, and the surprises are just beginning. Who will face him on the grandest stage? Only time will tell.
Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40: Opponent options being considered
WWE, having firmly established plans for Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, has left fans eagerly anticipating the unveiling of his opponent for the event in Philadelphia.
According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio a few months ago, the current strategy is to pit Reigns against Cody Rhodes. This potential matchup gains significance from Cody Rhodes’ post-Money in the Bank press conference, where he expressed that claiming the WWE title wouldn’t conclude his family’s narrative.
WWE also teased a showdown between Reigns and Rhodes a few months ago on Smackdown when they came face to face. It looks like fans are about to witness the mega rematch from WrestleMania 39 between the Tribal Chief and the American Nightmare next year in Philadelphia.
