5 Reasons WHY Roman Reigns is “The G.O.A.T of Pro-Wrestling“
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Everybody must acknowledge WWE Superstar & Undisputed Universal Champion Roman Reigns as Goat ( The Greatest of All Time)! That word gets thrown around in various forms of entertainment. Professional wrestling has identified a bounteous amount of legendary stars. Reigns eclipse them as being superior. His unprecedented rise initiates Hall of Fame status. A reinvented persona into God Mode by controlling the profession with fearless confidence.
WWE has built its organization around Reigns’ headlining success. Roman presented as the star we all believed he should be. The company wanted a top star & they were aware of this truth long before anyone recognized it. Patience is a virtue & that’s why you don’t rush creative intuition befitting someone who acknowledges Roman Reigns’ grandeur.
Let’s examine the five career-altering moments where Roman became great.
1. Roman Reigns turns heel & aligns with Paul Heyman
Roman’s brilliant adaption of contrived hero to vindictive antagonist was excellent, but it wouldn’t be possible without a creative genius like Paul Heyman! On August 28th, 2020, fans were shocked by this new pairing as it closed out SmackDown. Mr. McMahon ordered WWE official Adam Pearce to sign a contract concerning this triple threat match for Payback, where Reigns would face “The Fiend “ ( Bray Wyatt) & Braun Strowman for the Universal Championship. Roman told Pearce, “ I need to look over the contract first. “ Roman had promised to wreck everyone & win back the title he never lost. Then, Reigns reveals his alliance with who else Paul Heyman is sitting beside him at that moment. The rest becomes history & what a dream team these two are.
2. Forming the Bloodline.
Throughout wrestling’s past, factions governed demanded admirable fear towards their opposition. Spectators praise “ The Four Horsemen, “ Bobby Heenan’s stable of villains among many stately groups. None of us understood what outcome Reigns, Heyman, Jimmy & Jey Uso’s prominent casting had renewed interests in WWE’s brand once more. The Bloodline is connected to audiences by the true story about real-life cousins introducing assertive power into the important top-echelon kind of storylines. They recently added Sami Zayn & Solo Sikoa, who are fantastic. Zayn possesses durability due to gaining more experience than Solo & provides an entertaining aspect.
3. Establishing Unified Excellence.
The Fiend conquered Braun Strowman at Payback, winning the Universal Title. Afterward, Roman attacks Bray Wyatt & Braun. Roman put other wrestlers on notice. He dominated the competition. A magnificent title reign was born as Roman claimed victory on Sunday, August 30th, 2020, inside Thunderdome. It wasn’t just his yard; it was a dynasty! New member Solo Sikoa shocked observers when he challenged Carmelo Hayes on NXT & won the NXT North American Championship circa (September 12th episode). Sikoa represents your fresher mercenary who fights for his family members & will sacrifice himself in that grand process of wrestling. Reigns had beat up Jey Uso so badly that Jey & Jimmy proved their loyalty to “ The Tribal Chief! “ Twice, Jey was taught invaluable lessons. First at Clash of the Champions & second at Hell in a Cell (2020). The Uso’s secured their 5th SmackDown Tag Team Championship after defeating Rey & Dominik Mysterio via Money in Bank (2021). In 2022, at WrestleMania 38, Roman slays “ The Beast “ & unifies both Titles. Reigns’ triumph as the new Unified Universal Champion. Let’s name him our Tribal King!
The Bloodline captured additional gold on the May 20th edition of SmackDown, and The Uso’s unified the tag team titles. They outlasted Raw tag-team Champs RK-Bro ( Randy Orton & Matt Riddle). The island of relevancy ruled as wrestling kings.
4. The Conquest of John Cena at SummerSlam.
Roman Reigns showed opponents no mercy since returning to WWE. Legendary rivals were unsuccessful in unseating the Champ!
A particular icon & future Hall of Famer emerged during Money in the Bank (2021) in Fort Worth, TX threatening that impressive Championship run. Reigns gloated regarding his victory against Edge. Former WWE Champion astonished crowds & viewers alike when he came out to confront Roman. Here was someone who’d educate Reigns on Respect! Fans packed Allegiant Stadium inside Sin City ( Las Vegas ) Saturday, August 21st, 2021, for SummerSlam. The stipulation as it concerned this Universal Championship Match was if Reigns lost, he would leave WWE. Roman Reigns crushed John Cena & retained the Universal belt. Adding significant wins over famed wrestlers such as Cena meant hall of fame status having to do with Reigns.
5. Slaying The “Beast” Brock Lesnar 3-times.
Roman’s epic campaign of Pro-Wrestling involved the Bloodline leader reigniting his rivalry with a ferocious competitor named Brock Lesnar. Each athlete had unfinished business that needed closure in the ring. Brock took Roman to Suplex City at WrestleMania 34 (2018). Paul Heyman’s original client would defend the Universal Championship successfully. Fast-forward to the 2021 SummerSlam. Lesnar’s post-match appearance stuns fans, Roman, & Heyman in connection with “ the company’s enormous annual yearly event. Brock’s reappearance signified trouble for Champion Roman Reigns. Lesnar confronted a familiar advisory & his message was clear on that historic night. Lesnar wanted Reigns’ Title Reigns alongside Heyman beat “ The Beast Incarnate” at Crown Jewel back in October of 2021. He retained his crowning accomplishment. We’ve discussed WrestleMania 38 already & it’s worth repeating how crucial that moment was for Roman’s career when he unified those Championships by outlasting Lesnar again. Following Mania was SummerSlam 2022 emanated live from Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Roman Reigns celebrated a victorious sweep of wins against Brock. Three consecutive times Reigns further established his longevity & stardom in WWE & wrestling universally overall.
Closing thoughts; Wrestlebuddy fully acknowledges the Tribal Chief of professional wrestling, Roman Reigns!!!