Roman Reigns has built a formidable reputation throughout his career, holding both the Universal and WWE Championships for extended periods and solidifying his place at the top of WWE. For fans interested in AEW legends who will never defeat Roman Reigns, the odds seem stacked against some of the biggest names in the wrestling world, regardless of fan wishes or fantasy booking.
Roman Reigns’ Unmatched Dominance in WWE
Over the past several years, Roman Reigns became WWE’s premier figure, achieving a historic reign by holding the Universal Title for more than 1,000 days, while also having the WWE Title in his grip for over a year. During this period, Reigns was portrayed as nearly invincible, with few able to match him inside the ring. Even after relinquishing his titles and taking a step away from television, his legacy remains strong and sets a high standard rarely approached by others.
Christian Cage: AEW’s Veteran Mentor Unlikely to Topple Reigns
Christian Cage has continued to display remarkable in-ring skill and charisma since joining AEW in 2021. As a vital member of the Jacksonville promotion’s roster, Cage has played important roles in elevating younger talent, leading the Patriarchy, and taking part in memorable rivalries, such as his notable feud with Jack Perry. Currently, Cage is engaged in an ongoing storyline with Nick Wayne.
Despite his strengths as a former TNT Champion and his reputation for delivering on the microphone and inside the ropes, it remains improbable that Christian Cage would ever be positioned to defeat the Tribal Chief in a singles contest. When both were with WWE, there was never an official one-on-one match between Reigns and Cage, a notable omission in wrestling history. Given Cage’s current stage in his career and his effectiveness at uplifting others, the likelihood of him being booked to overcome Reigns is exceptionally slim.
Cope: A Celebrated Career, But Roman Reigns Is Out of Reach
Known in the wrestling world as Cope, formerly Edge, this decorated superstar reached legendary status in WWE, capturing multiple World Titles and becoming one of the promotion’s top villains during his prime. Even as he nears the end of his career at age 51, Cope remains a capable performer and continues to challenge contemporary stars.
Their only singles encounter took place at WWE’s Money in the Bank 2021, where Cope challenged Reigns for the Universal Championship. Despite a strong showing from Cope, Roman Reigns ultimately retained the title, reinforcing his dominance. Given where both men stand in their respective journeys—Reigns still at his peak and Cope approaching retirement—the prospect of Cope ever scoring a victory over Reigns appears extremely unlikely.
Bryan Danielson: An Unresolved Rivalry That Favors Reigns
Bryan Danielson’s wrestling future remains uncertain after announcing ahead of WrestleDream 2024 that he would step away from competition if he lost his title match—a pledge he has honored since. Still, Danielson has never made an official retirement announcement, so a return remains possible for the “American Dragon.”
Any hypothetical Danielson versus Reigns match would be a tall order for Danielson. Their WWE history included several contests, but Danielson never managed to pin Reigns. Remarkably, Danielson’s swan song in WWE was a match against Reigns, and at WrestleMania 37, Reigns pinned both Danielson and Cope at once, creating an iconic WrestleMania moment and highlighting his dominance. Given Danielson’s uncertainties about his future in the ring and his historical track record against Reigns, it seems almost certain that he will never secure a singles win over the former champion.
The Everlasting Legacy of Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns’ current absence from WWE television has only added to the anticipation surrounding his eventual return. With AEW legends like Christian Cage, Cope, and Bryan Danielson unable to topple him during or after their time in WWE, Reigns’ status as an almost insurmountable force in modern professional wrestling appears unshakable. As fans await the next chapter in his storied career, the focus remains on his remarkable record and the elusive satisfaction some of wrestling’s greatest may never achieve—defeating Roman Reigns in a singles match.
