Roman Reigns WrestleMania Victories have helped cement his status as the dominant figure in professional wrestling. Known as the “Head of the Table,” Reigns is preparing for another high-profile match against World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, scheduled for Night 2 of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. If confirmed, this will mark Reigns’ sixth straight year headlining WWE’s biggest event, underscoring his lasting influence and drawing power in the industry.
Throughout his WrestleMania career, Roman Reigns has defeated several stars who now compete in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), showcasing his impact across wrestling promotions. Below is a look at some notable AEW talent that Reigns has triumphed over on wrestling’s biggest stage.
The Big Show’s First WrestleMania Clash with Reigns
Roman Reigns’ WrestleMania journey began at WrestleMania 29 in 2013, where he teamed up with his Shield allies Seth Rollins and Jon Moxley (then Dean Ambrose) in a six-man tag match. Their opponents included Randy Orton, Paul Wight—formerly known as The Big Show—and Sheamus. The team led by Reigns won after Ambrose secured the pin on Orton following a spear from Reigns.
Since then, Paul Wight transitioned from WWE to AEW in 2021, where he serves primarily as an ambassador and backstage mentor rather than an active wrestler. His involvement with Tony Khan’s promotion marks a shift from his in-ring career to a more supportive role behind the scenes.
Billy Gunn and the New Age Outlaws Defeated at WrestleMania
Reigns returned to another six-man tag match at WrestleMania 30, once again alongside Rollins and Ambrose. They faced Kane and the New Age Outlaws—Road Dogg and Billy Gunn—and earned victory when Rollins pinned Road Dogg following their signature Triple Powerbomb move. While Kane and Road Dogg have retired from wrestling, Billy Gunn, a former WWE Intercontinental Champion, is still active in AEW.
Since joining AEW in 2019, Gunn has alternated between coaching and wrestling, and he is a former AEW Trios Champion with the Acclaimed tag team. His continued presence in AEW highlights the enduring careers of some of Reigns’ WrestleMania opponents.
Defeating Both Edge (Cope) and Bryan Danielson in a Historic Match
Roman Reigns’ most significant AEW-related victories occurred at WrestleMania 37’s Night 2, where he retained the WWE Universal Championship by defeating two former WWE stars: Edge (now going by Cope) and Bryan Danielson (formerly Daniel Bryan). In a standout moment, Reigns pinned both opponents simultaneously, cementing his dominance as “Head of the Table.”
Both Edge and Danielson later departed WWE to join AEW, achieving notable success within the Jacksonville promotion. Edge became a TNT Champion, although he is currently on hiatus focusing on projects outside wrestling. Bryan Danielson captured the AEW World Championship once and has since shifted to a commentator role on AEW Dynamite, signaling a new phase in his career.
As Roman Reigns continues to prepare for his clash with CM Punk at WrestleMania 42, his record of defeating prominent AEW talent at WWE’s flagship event reflects his powerful legacy. These victories contribute not only to Reigns’ reputation as the industry’s top draw but also highlight the ongoing interconnectedness between WWE and AEW through shared talent history. The upcoming match is poised to be a defining moment in wrestling that draws wide attention from fans of both promotions.
Roman Reigns stacking Daniel Bryan and Edge at Wrestlemania 37 pic.twitter.com/cVnCUD9acU https://t.co/gF9LR7RrUo
— Vick (@Vick_8122) February 5, 2024
