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Footage from the May 11 RAW in Knoxville shows Roman Reigns being checked by WWE medical staff after a brutal table attack by Jacob Fatu, with Reigns appearing to favor his left arm as he exits the arena. The clip has fans debating whether the injury is real or part of a larger storyline as WWE positions Reigns for upcoming events like Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Backlash 2026 offered a mixed bag: Asuka vs. Iyo Sky was a standout technical matchup and Jacob Fatu’s main-event performance hinted at a new challenger for Roman Reigns, but the show dragged at times with Bron Breakker vs. Seth Rollins, relied on gimmicks like the Gingerbread Man, and struggled with Cena’s “John Cena Classic” concept and some missteps from Michael Cole. Overall, the night was passable rather than blockbuster, with Fatu’s rising profile the clear takeaway.
WWE's planned main events for WrestleMania 42 include Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Championship and CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker for the World Heavyweight Championship, with storylines set after Survivor Series: WarGames, indicating a focus on rematches and ongoing rivalries.
WWE SummerSlam Night One featured a series of high-energy matches, including Roman Reigns and Jey Uso defeating Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss winning the Women’s Tag Titles, Sami Zayn beating Karrion Kross, Tiffany Stratton retaining the Women’s Championship, and CM Punk capturing the World Heavyweight Championship from Gunther. The night concluded with Seth Rollins cashing in his Money in the Bank contract to quickly defeat Punk and win the title, amid a chaotic post-match celebration and surprises.
WWE's Roman Reigns is upset after SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced that Reigns must defend his Undisputed Universal Championship in a fatal-four way at the Royal Rumble, following Reigns' interference in a triple threat match. Reigns, known for his dominant persona, tried to outmaneuver his opponents but ended up complicating his own situation. The tension between Reigns and Aldis is escalating, hinting at a possible future rivalry.
Wrestling legend Dutch Mantell has hinted that The Rock may face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, emphasizing that time is running out for The Rock to return to the ring. Despite the potential for a title match, Mantell believes the star power of The Rock doesn't necessitate a championship being on the line for their bout to be significant. Fans are eager to see if The Rock will make his in-ring comeback against the nine-time champion Roman Reigns in what could be a highly anticipated and memorable match.
Speculation is mounting about a potential WWE dream match between Roman Reigns and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, possibly headlining WrestleMania 40. While nothing is confirmed, The Rock's recent WWE Raw appearance and references to Reigns have fueled rumors. Previous plans for a match at WrestleMania 39 fell through due to creative differences. Alternative venues for the match could include the Elimination Chamber in Australia or a premium live event in Saudi Arabia, with both locations expressing interest in hosting the high-profile bout.
WWE SmackDown's "New Year's Revolution" event may see the return of former WWE Champion Sheamus, who has been absent since August 2023. He is rumored to potentially join Butch in a tag team match against Pretty Deadly. Sheamus has also voiced concerns about The Bloodline dominating TV time and hindering other wrestlers' opportunities to shine. Despite acknowledging Roman Reigns' success, Sheamus emphasizes the need for more storylines for the rest of the roster.
Wrestling legend The Rock made a surprising return to WWE, hinting at a potential WrestleMania match with Roman Reigns. Jim Ross, on his podcast "Grilling JR," expressed his surprise at The Rock's direct challenge to Reigns and emphasized the significance of The Rock's involvement in WWE events. While a feud with Reigns seems likely, Ross speculated on the logistics of The Rock's participation, considering his Hollywood commitments, and mentioned the mixed reactions from fans, especially those of Cody Rhodes.
The wrestling rumor mill is abuzz with speculation that The Rock may return to WWE to face Roman Reigns, possibly at the Elimination Chamber event in Australia, although Bryan Alvarez denies this, insisting The Rock will appear at WrestleMania. Meanwhile, plans for Cody Rhodes in WWE are reportedly ongoing. There's also talk of backstage satisfaction in WWE following Kevin Dunn's departure, and Mercedes Moné is expected to join AEW barring unforeseen changes. Chris Jericho was spotted backstage at AEW Dynamite without making a TV appearance.
Wrestling veteran Tom Prichard has expressed that WWE should capitalize on the opportunity to arrange a match between The Rock and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, citing The Rock's age as a factor to consider. The Rock recently returned to WWE and hinted at a rivalry with his cousin, Roman Reigns, the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. While some debate the conditions of such a match, with Hall of Famer Bully Ray suggesting The Rock should not challenge for the championship, the potential bout is seen as a dream match by fans and experts alike.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has teased a new WWE storyline involving Roman Reigns, following his energetic return to WWE on Raw in San Diego. The Rock expressed his gratitude and excitement on social media, hinting that this comeback is just the beginning of something more. Fans anticipate further developments on the upcoming "New Year's Revolution" edition of SmackDown.
Wrestling veteran Francine speculates that The Rock could face betrayal from his daughter, Ava, in a potential match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, leading to Ava joining The Bloodline. The Rock recently returned to WWE and teased a rivalry with Reigns. Meanwhile, discussions on wrestling podcasts suggest that Reigns should lose his title before WrestleMania to set up a non-title match with The Rock, possibly leading to a storyline involving Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes.
The Rock's potential WWE return and feud with Roman Reigns could involve various members of the Anoa'i family taking sides. Zilla Fatu, Rikishi, Jacob Fatu, Jey Uso, and Ava (The Rock's daughter) are all potential allies for The Rock in the storyline. Each has their own history and reasons for possibly confronting Reigns, from past alliances and family ties to current NXT involvement and independent wrestling success.
The WWE Universe is buzzing with anticipation for a potential match between The Rock and Roman Reigns after The Rock mentioned "Head of the Table" on Raw. Big stars like John Cena and Becky Lynch are joining in on the excitement, with Cena stirring the pot on Instagram and Lynch cleverly intertwining her own feud with Nia Jax while referencing The Rock's connection to Reigns. The hype around Reigns/Rock is growing as even top wrestlers express their enthusiasm for the matchup.