Roman Reigns WWE return last week marked a significant moment as he resumed competition after a short absence. His comeback on RAW set the stage for major story developments leading to WWE’s Crown Jewel event, with plans to feature Reigns prominently on television as the company builds momentum.
Since WrestleMania 41, Reigns has been involved in a heated rivalry with Seth Rollins and his faction, The Vision. Earlier, Reigns was sidelined after being attacked by Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker, but he made a powerful reappearance on RAW to retaliate. During that episode, the One True Champion (OTC) assisted his brothers, The Usos, in defeating Bronson and Breakker in a Tornado Tag Team Match, before delivering a brutal assault against the two heels.
Reigns is also scheduled to appear on RAW next week at the American Airlines Center, the arena hosting the upcoming broadcast, where he will open the show, indicating WWE’s intent to keep him central in the storyline buildup for Crown Jewel.
Veteran Wrestler Critiques the Timing of Roman Reigns’ RAW Return
Roman Reigns’ return on RAW drew a mixed reaction from wrestling veterans, including Bully Ray, who voiced concerns about its dramatic impact. Reigns entered during the main event to assist The Usos in overcoming Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, but Bully Ray questioned the urgency and necessity of this intervention.
“Somebody should have done something to warrant Roman coming to the ring…If Paul Heyman came in the ring with a flamethrower and then Roman Reigns would have come down to save the day, I understand it. My point is this: Why is it okay for the babyface to just come down and save the babyface team because they were in peril from the heel team that both teams agreed to be in this match?” he said.
– Bully Ray, Wrestling Veteran
He added that Reigns’ interference lacked a compelling reason, and that the match’s story would have held more weight if Reigns intervened to correct an unjust situation rather than simply leveling the playing field.
“If Roman Reigns doesn’t come to the ring last night, the Usos lose that match. That’s why I have a problem with Roman coming down without righting a wrong, or coming to even the odds, or coming down to help these guys because somebody was going to get involved that didn’t belong in that match,” he added.
– Bully Ray, Wrestling Veteran
Upcoming Crown Jewel Event and Potential Alliances
Looking ahead, Roman Reigns is anticipated to play a major role in Crown Jewel, possibly teaming with The Usos against the Bronsons, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. This six-man tag alignment aligns with the ongoing narrative of Reigns’ dominance and faction solidarity in WWE’s storyline architecture.
Meanwhile, another headline bout is shaping up with Seth Rollins facing Cody Rhodes. Rumors swirl that Brock Lesnar could ally himself with Rollins and the Vision members, elevating the stakes and creating a tense atmosphere for the event. Such alliances would further fuel the already intense rivalries on display.
Impact and What Fans Can Expect Next
Roman Reigns’ WWE return intensifies the road to Crown Jewel, signaling a push for high drama and high stakes. His presence is crucial for WWE as it seeks to anchor its main event scene with star power, while intertwining ongoing feuds involving The Usos, The Vision, and major competitors like Brock Lesnar and Cody Rhodes.
The strategic booking, including Reigns’ prominent role and his conflict with multiple factions, keeps fans on edge, wondering how these storylines will converge. The upcoming WWE live events promise a blend of intense physical battles and narrative twists, with Crown Jewel likely to deliver pivotal moments for Reigns and his allies.
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