Roman Reigns’ future on WWE SmackDown after WrestleMania 41 became the focus of conversation during the latest episode, marking nearly two months since his betrayal by Paul Heyman and subsequent disappearance from WWE television. The show offered a brief update about Reigns, exciting fans and adding intrigue around what lies ahead for The Tribal Chief.
Tension Builds Before Money in the Bank
The latest SmackDown episode, which aired the night before the Money in the Bank 2025 event, opened in an unexpected way, with Seth Rollins’ faction taking center stage ahead of Rollins’ own highly anticipated ladder match. The passionate crowd quickly made their presence felt by chanting “CM Punk” and “OTC,” highlighting their support for Rollins’ most prominent WWE rivals.
In response to the crowd and the chants, Seth Rollins spoke directly about Roman Reigns and his recent absence. Rollins stated that The Tribal Chief currently finds himself on “the island of irrelevancy,” placed there following the dramatic events of WrestleMania 41.
This sentiment did not sit well with the crowd, as Reigns has garnered immense respect from WWE fans over the last five years, especially after his unmatched reign as (Undisputed) Universal Champion.
Solo Sikoa and New Bloodline Developments
The episode took another turn when Solo Sikoa, a previous member of the Bloodline and a key participant in the upcoming Money in the Bank ladder match, appeared alongside Jacob Fatu and JC Mateo. Sikoa’s presence brought additional energy to the segment, especially with reports suggesting he is among the favorites to secure victory in the match.
Tension escalated between Seth Rollins’ group and the newly formed faction led by Sikoa, creating a charged atmosphere just hours ahead of MITB 2025. The unresolved future of Roman Reigns and the rise of other strong contenders set the stage for unpredictable developments within WWE.
What Comes Next For Roman Reigns?
With Roman Reigns still absent from WWE programming following his betrayal and WrestleMania loss, speculation continues about his next moves and potential return. The situation leaves fans eager to see whether The Tribal Chief will reclaim his dominance or if emerging superstars like Solo Sikoa will rise to fill the void—a question that looms large as WWE heads into Money in the Bank 2025 and beyond.
