Roman Reigns is expected to return from his three-month break soon, with speculation mounting that he will appear at SummerSlam to either compete or continue his rivalry with Seth Rollins. The former Universal Champion has unresolved issues with several WWE superstars, and fans are curious whether he will attempt to reunite The Bloodline faction, including members such as Solo Sikoa, Tonga Loa, Tala Tonga, and JC Mateo.
There is also talk about a surprising appearance by Reigns at the upcoming all-women Evolution 2 premium live event. He might acknowledge and recruit a prominent female wrestler to join The Bloodline, with Ms. Money in the Bank Naomi as the leading candidate. Naomi is scheduled to face her adversary, Jade Cargill, the Queen of the Ring, in a No Holds Barred match at Evolution 2.
If Naomi wins, Reigns along with The Usos could confront her to offer an alliance with The Bloodline. Though unconventional for a show focused on female competitors, this potential backstage interaction could serve to elevate Naomi’s status within the women’s division. Given that she has previously expressed a desire to work on screen alongside her real-life husband, Jimmy Uso, this development could align with WWE’s broader storytelling goals.
Paul Heyman Challenges Roman Reigns Amid Return Speculation
Paul Heyman put an end to his five-year alliance with Roman Reigns during WrestleMania 41 by betraying him and siding with Seth Rollins. Now known as The Wiseman, Heyman has shifted to a villainous role and formed a faction on RAW with Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker.
As rumors circulate about Reigns’ comeback ahead of SummerSlam, Heyman made a direct challenge to his former ally and responded to chants for Reigns during the July 7 episode of Monday Night RAW.
“Roman Reigns doesn’t have the balls to come back and step up against us,” Heyman told the crowd in the July 7 episode.
—Paul Heyman, WWE Personality
The general expectation is that Reigns will target both Rollins and Heyman upon his return, while also confronting Breakker, who attacked him on RAW after WrestleMania before joining forces with Rollins. With Reigns temporarily sidelined, Rollins has become Mr. Money in the Bank and is positioned to challenge either Gunther or the Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena at SummerSlam for a shot at the title.
Possible Impact of Reigns’ Return on WWE Storylines
Roman Reigns’ possible involvement at Evolution 2 and SummerSlam is poised to shape upcoming WWE narratives significantly. His potential reunion with The Bloodline and the recruitment of Naomi could add a fresh dynamic to faction rivalries and the women’s division. Meanwhile, confrontations with Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman, and Bron Breakker would intensify existing conflicts, setting the stage for high-stakes matches at SummerSlam.
This anticipated return promises to engage fans and maintain momentum within WWE’s storytelling, emphasizing the importance of Reigns in the company’s hierarchy. As the event dates approach, WWE observers will closely watch how these plotlines develop and influence championship pursuits and faction alliances.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Roman Reigns’ medical condition?
A. A few days after he came back, WWE put out a documentary about one of their top stars. It shared, for the first time, that Reigns had been dealing with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), a type of blood cancer that can be managed but not cured, for more than ten years.
