Roman Reigns kicked off the year on a high note by reclaiming his Ula Fala and solidifying himself as the Undisputed Tribal Chief. His dominance continued with a victory over Solo Sikoa on January 6 during RAW’s debut on Netflix. However, his momentum came to a screeching halt when he failed to secure a win in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble, dashing his hopes of headlining WrestleMania 41. This major loss marked a significant setback for Reigns and his faction, The Original Tribal Chief (OTC).
Seth Rollins Strikes: A Brutal Beatdown
Adding insult to injury, Seth Rollins launched a vicious assault on Roman Reigns moments after both were eliminated from the Rumble by CM Punk. Rollins delivered two devastating Stomps to Reigns at ringside, leaving him visibly shaken. Following the attack, veteran WWE commentator Michael Cole announced that Reigns would be sidelined indefinitely. This brutal ambush not only took Reigns out of the title picture but also left uncertainty about his immediate future in WWE.
Roman Reigns (WWE)Reports now confirm that Roman Reigns will not compete at the 2025 Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event. The Wrestling Observer Newsletter suggested that the attack by Rollins was a storyline move to write Reigns off TV. WWE may have wanted to protect Reigns from another potential loss in the Chamber match, as there was no suitable singles bout planned for him. This absence fuels speculation about his next big move upon returning.
Mystery Surrounding Reigns’ Injury and WWE’s Silence
Since Rollins’ attack, Reigns has remained absent from WWE programming. Meanwhile, Rollins himself has claimed in a promo that WWE is hiding the severity of Reigns’ injury. His statement aligns with ongoing rumors that Reigns may be out longer than expected. Whether this secrecy is part of a larger storyline or an indication of real concerns remains unclear, leaving fans eager for answers.
While dealing with his setbacks, Reigns’ rivalry with Cody Rhodes continues to be a major talking point. With two WrestleMania main events behind them, fans were hoping for a third clash this year. However, Reigns’ failure to win the Royal Rumble shattered those expectations.
In a recent interview with SHAK Wrestling, Reigns acknowledged Rhodes as a great champion but claimed that Rhodes was at his peak when feuding with him and The Bloodline. With WrestleMania 41 looming, the WWE Universe awaits Reigns’ next move in what has been a turbulent road to redemption.
