At WWE‘s Clash In Paris event held at the La Défense Arena in France, a major incident unfolded when Roman Reigns was brutally attacked and stretchered out of the arena, disrupting the show’s momentum. WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H commented on the altercation, highlighting the chaos during the event’s opener and its implications for Reigns’ future appearances.
Roman Reigns Ambushed During Historic Clash In Paris Opener
The Clash In Paris event drew an enthusiastic crowd eager to witness WWE’s first-ever Pay-Per-View Live Event in France. The night started with a landmark singles match between Bronson Reed and Roman Reigns, marking each competitor’s first televised one-on-one bout. After a competitive 22-minute match, Roman Reigns secured victory by delivering three powerful moves in succession, pinning Reed decisively.
Following the match, tensions escalated as Paul Heyman showed allegiance to Reigns, only to be unexpectedly choked out by the Head of The Table himself. This sudden turn ignited chaos as Reed and Bron Breakker joined forces to physically assault Reigns. Jey Uso attempted to intervene but was overwhelmed, leaving Reigns incapacitated and carried from the arena on a stretcher, with Uso accompanying him. Sources indicate this segment served to write Roman Reigns off television temporarily due to outside commitments.
Chief Content Officer Responds to Roman Reigns Attack
Triple H publicly acknowledged the violent incident involving Roman Reigns on his social media platform X. He praised the performance and intensity shown by Bronson Reed against Reigns, calling the attack a powerful statement that set the tone for the evening. Alongside the statement, Triple H shared exclusive backstage footage showing Reigns being stretchered away, underscoring the serious nature of the angle.
In response to the melee, WWE official Adam Pearce ordered Reed and Breakker out of the arena, which established a dramatic set-up for the upcoming main event. The scheduled main event involves World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins defending his title against a four-man challenge including Jey Uso, CM Punk, and LA Knight. Originally, Roman Reigns was slated to accompany Jey Uso to the ring, but his stretcher removal altered those plans.
Becky Lynch Retains Title in Intense Match Against Nikki Bella
Later in the evening, the women’s division showcased a high-stakes battle as Becky Lynch successfully defended her Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Nikki Bella in their first ever singles encounter. The 13-minute contest was closely contested, featuring several near-falls that kept the audience invested.
During the match, Lynch narrowly escaped Nikki Bella’s submission maneuver, The Rack Attack, and resisted a Uranage pin attempt. Bella countered with an attempted DisArmHer submission, but Lynch reversed it into a back-slide roll-up, securing the victory and retaining her championship belt.
Triple H offered his thoughts on the match via X, lauding Becky Lynch for reaffirming her champion status while recognizing Nikki Bella’s enduring legacy within the industry.
Looking Ahead: WWE’s Plans at La Défense Arena
Following Clash In Paris, WWE will continue its presence at the La Défense Arena with a post-pay-per-view RAW episode scheduled for the next day. The only confirmed match so far features AJ Styles challenging Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio for the title. Several prominent superstars including Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Jey Uso, CM Punk, Penta, Rhea Ripley, and The New Day are expected to appear, promising further high-profile matches and developments.
The shock attack on Roman Reigns has introduced significant unpredictability to WWE’s storytelling moving forward, with fans and insiders closely watching how the storyline will develop and when Reigns may return following his sudden absence.
