Roman Reigns' Return: Is WWE Wasting The Tribal Chief's Potential?
Roman Reigns made his return to WWE at SummerSlam 2025, teaming with Jey Uso against Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. While his presence undoubtedly elevates any event, questions linger about the direction of his current storyline. Is WWE truly maximizing the potential of one of its biggest stars?
Reigns' return at SummerSlam 2024, after a post-WrestleMania hiatus, saw him deliver a memorable blow to Solo Sikoa. This year, while he appeared on "WWE Raw" beforehand, the feeling is still familiar: WWE pulling out all the stops for a major draw.
His sporadic appearances impact his ranking among the most active wrestlers. However, in terms of pure star power, Reigns remains a top-five name in the industry. He himself often mentions how he "carried the company" through the pandemic era, a claim backed by his impressive 1,316-day reign as Universal Champion. His WrestleMania main event alongside The Rock was a highlight, setting a high bar for future appearances.
The feud with Solo Sikoa, while logical given the Bloodline storyline, hasn't delivered the excitement many anticipated. The question remains: Can WWE find a compelling narrative that truly utilizes Reigns' star power and avoids feeling like a rehash of past successes?
SummerSlam 2025: A Look at the Match Card
SummerSlam 2025 promises a stacked card across two nights, streaming live on Peacock in the United States and on Netflix internationally. Here's a glimpse of what's in store:
Saturday's Highlights:
- World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. CM Punk
- WWE Women's Championship: Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill
- Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed (with Paul Heyman)
- Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul
Sunday's Main Events:
- Undisputed WWE Championship Street Fight: John Cena (c) vs. Cody Rhodes
- Women's World Championship: Naomi (c) vs. Rhea Ripley vs. IYO SKY
- United States Championship Stage Cage Match: Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
With a mix of championship matches and intriguing tag team pairings, SummerSlam 2025 aims to deliver a memorable weekend of wrestling action.