Roman Reigns reaffirmed his status as a leading figure in WWE with a surprise return on the July 14 episode of RAW at the Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama. His return moment came at the conclusion of the main event when he launched a sudden attack on Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, rescuing his cousin Jey Uso and CM Punk from a potential Tsunami maneuver by Reed.
The crowd’s reaction was electrifying as Reigns’ iconic music hit, marking his first appearance since the RAW show following WrestleMania 41. This Roman Reigns WWE RAW return was met with a wave of excitement, both inside the arena and across the wrestling community.
Rival Seth Rollins Acknowledges Reigns’ Unmatched Consistency
Among the praise, one notable voice came from Seth Rollins, a former Shield teammate and ongoing rival of Roman Reigns. Rollins, who missed the recent RAW taping due to an injury sustained at Saturday Night’s Main Event XL, shared his thoughts during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show.
“I don’t know if you saw on Monday, Roman Reigns returning to the field. I’d like to stay as far away from Roman Reigns as possible. Word on the street is, he’s got a movie role coming up sometime in the fall. So, maybe when he takes another vacation back to the ‘Island of Irrelavancy,’ I’ll pop back in and see what’s going on,” —Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Despite the competitive rivalry, Rollins praised Roman Reigns’ professionalism and sustained excellence.
“His [Roman Reigns] attention to detail, his fluidity, but mostly the consistency at a very high level. That is hard to do. So, as someone who is my rival, I’ll give him the credit he deserves. He’s been consistently fantastic at a very great level for a long time,” —Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Upcoming Appearances and Future Storylines for Roman Reigns
Although Roman Reigns is officially signed with WWE SmackDown, his unexpected return took place on the RAW brand, signaling a strategic storyline development. WWE has confirmed that Reigns will appear on the next two episodes of RAW on July 21 and 28 as the company builds momentum leading up to SummerSlam.
At this time, no official match has been announced for Roman Reigns at SummerSlam, often referred to as ‘the Biggest Party of the Summer,’ but speculation is mounting about a possible high-profile bout involving the Original Tribal Chief.
Additional Updates in the Wrestling World
In other news from the wrestling scene, one of AEW’s prominent stars is currently taking a break from active competition. This pause adds another dynamic to the ongoing rivalries between WWE and AEW rosters.
Logan Paul, engaged in a heated feud with Jelly Roll, sustained an injury during Saturday Night’s Main Event XL, escalating their rivalry ahead of SummerSlam. Meanwhile, a WWE Hall of Famer expressed his eagerness about possibly joining the Evolution faction and remains open to future collaborations with WWE.
AEW also announced its official return to Wembley Stadium, scheduling an event for August 2026, marking a major expansion in their international presence.
Meanwhile, CM Punk provided insight into the creative process behind his WWE rap diss targeting John Cena, revealing collaboration and inspiration behind the controversial segment.
There are also interesting developments regarding WWE legends: Gunther is being positioned to defeat two legends after Goldberg in 2025, and a notable AEW star shared how he encouraged Bobby Lashley to switch promotions, urging him to ‘go across the street’ to AEW.
What Lies Ahead for Roman Reigns at SummerSlam
With Roman Reigns back on the RAW brand, all eyes are on what WWE has planned for him at SummerSlam. Though no official matches have been announced, Reigns is widely expected to be involved in a major storyline or match, reinforcing his leadership role within the company.
His recent return and continued spotlight signal WWE’s commitment to maintaining him as a central figure, both on-screen in the ring and behind the scenes as a locker room leader.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Roman Reigns’ illness?
A. A few days after he came back, WWE released a documentary about one of their top stars. It revealed that Reigns had chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of cancer that can be managed but not cured, for more than ten years.
Q. What is the disease of Roman Reigns?
A. Reigns first learned he had leukemia, specifically CML, in 2007 at the age of 22. He fought and overcame it initially. However, the cancer came back eleven years later. Because of this, Reigns had to give up his WWE Universal Championship title and step away from WWE temporarily.
