Roman Reigns rumored for NWA 10 Pounds of Gold match has stirred speculation within the wrestling community, as NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion Thom Latimer publicly expressed his desire to face the former WWE Universal Champion. This potential match could materialize following Latimer’s recent comments and WWE’s increasing collaborations with other wrestling organizations.
Roman Reigns, once the dominant force and face of WWE for almost four years, lost his world title and began charting a different course in his wrestling career. Now, attention has shifted to the possibility of Reigns, known as The Original Tribal Chief, making a major appearance in the NWA to vie for the historic 10 Pounds of Gold championship. Thom Latimer, reflecting on his earlier encounters with Reigns, reignited these rumors during a recent interview.
Thom Latimer calls out Roman Reigns for a dream match
In a discussion with Muscle Memory, Latimer was asked about his ideal NWA opponent for a championship bout. Without hesitation, Latimer indicated he would welcome a challenge from Roman Reigns, noting their shared history in the ring from many years ago.
“Oh well. I have wrestled him a long, long time ago, but of course I would pick Roman Reigns. You’ve got to shoot for the top, you know what I mean?”
—Thom Latimer, NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion.
This quote highlights Latimer’s respect for Reigns and his determination to compete with the best. It also reflects the possibility of crossover matches, which have become more common as WWE and other promotions, like NWA, foster increased collaboration. Earlier in the year, WWE star Natalya entered the NWA’s Crockett Cup and faced champion Kenzie Paige, signaling WWE’s openness to such exchanges and broadening the options for high-profile matches.
Concerns about Roman Reigns’ part-time WWE appearances
Amidst rising anticipation over a potential NWA appearance, Roman Reigns’ current WWE schedule remains a subject of debate. Once hailed as the Undisputed WWE Champion and the company’s biggest name, Reigns been appearing less frequently on WWE television. This reduced schedule has drawn criticism from voices within the wrestling world.
Appearing on The Coach and Bro Show, Jonathan Coachman voiced his concerns over Reigns’ limited appearances and how they might affect WWE’s business, especially as rumors about Reigns’ future continue to circulate.
“He already misses two or three months at a time, and as long as this is a narrative that everybody’s struggling, tickets, TV viewership, you need your biggest star. Roman Reigns is arguably one of the three biggest stars in the company and he never works, and he just said, ‘My next deal’s gonna be my last, probably. Three more years is all I can do.’ All he can do of what? He only shows up, what would you say, 15 times a year, maybe, on the show?”
—Jonathan Coachman, Former WWE Commentator.
This statement underscores the tension between maintaining star power in WWE, driven by figures like Roman Reigns, and meeting audience expectations for frequent, live appearances. Fans and industry figures alike are speculating if Reigns’ lighter workload may signal imminent changes in his career trajectory.
What the future may hold for Roman Reigns and NWA
As discussions about Roman Reigns rumored for NWA 10 Pounds of Gold match intensify, fans are eager to see if a bout between Reigns and Latimer could become reality. With WWE now more open to inter-promotional dream matches, and high-profile stars like Dominik Mysterio and Seth Rollins factoring into ongoing storylines, such a crossover may not be far-fetched.
Reigns is expected to renew his rivalry with Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman when he returns to action in the coming months, but speculation about his path beyond WWE continues. A major championship match in NWA would represent both a personal milestone for Reigns and a significant moment in the broader wrestling world, showing how organizations are redefining long-held boundaries.
