WrestleMania 40 witnessed a seismic shift as Roman Reigns, after a staggering 1,316 days reign as the WWE Universal Champion, lost his title to Cody Rhodes. The dethronement of the Tribal Chief marked the end of his tyrannical rule over The Bloodline, leaving fans in awe and shock alike.
As Cody Rhodes and his comrades reveled in victory in the ring, Roman Reigns quietly slipped away backstage, escaping the limelight. Yet, the burning question on everyone’s mind lingered – what has Reigns been up to since his defeat? Recently, a rare and unexpected update surfaced from The Head of the Table. In a video shared on X, Reigns showcased his intense workout routine, walking on a treadmill with a mix of determination and underlying anger. He assured the WWE Universe, who had shown him unwavering support, that his mourning period was over, and he was resetting to “Day 1”.
Roman Reigns (Via WWE/Twitter)
The video of Reigns sweating it out on the treadmill captured a raw emotion, hinting at his inner turmoil post-loss. Beyond the defeat on the grand stage, the recent events on RAW added more fuel to his fire. Witnessing Cody Rhodes parading around with what he considers “his” title and grappling with The Rock’s comments about the championship fitting perfectly on his shoulders has undoubtedly left Reigns contemplative.
With a myriad of thoughts swirling in his mind, Reigns is likely to take a hiatus to regroup. However, one thing remains certain – the WWE can expect his eventual return to reclaim his throne. Whether he seizes back the title from Cody Rhodes or another adversary like The Final Boss remains uncertain, only time will reveal. For now, Reigns seems poised to bide his time, waiting for the opportune moment to strike back with vengeance.
Despite the bittersweet conclusion to his championship reign, lasting an impressive 1,316 days, Roman Reigns’ legacy remains unmatched. His reign stands as one of the most remarkable in WWE’s modern history, if not the greatest of the 21st century. Even his fiercest rival, Cody Rhodes, had to acknowledge the sheer greatness of the Tribal Chief, underscoring Reigns’ unrivaled stature in the wrestling world. As chants of “Thank you Roman” echoed in the Wells Fargo Center, it became evident that Reigns, controversial methods and all, had etched his name in WWE folklore, potentially
