Why Roman Reigns won’t lose the WWE title at Royal Rumble 2024

For the ardent detractors of Roman Reigns, his championship reign, and the unforeseen shift from a potential clash with Cody Rhodes to a dream match against The Rock at WrestleMania, a glimmer of hope emerged on the night of January 5.

In an unexpected turn of events, Roman Reigns and the Bloodline intervened in a triple-threat match that aimed to determine Reigns’ next challenger for the Royal Rumble. Subsequently, SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis dropped a bombshell by announcing a fatal-four-way match at the Royal Rumble, pitting Reigns against Randy Orton, AJ Styles, and LA Knight.

Aldis’ decision created a scenario where Reigns finds himself outnumbered, facing the peril of losing his title without being directly pinned. This strategic move opens up avenues for WWE to potentially set the stage for a non-title affair between Reigns and The Rock at WrestleMania, all while appeasing fans who yearn to witness Cody Rhodes challenging for and possibly winning the Undisputed gold on the grandest stage.

In the realm of sports entertainment, hope can be a double-edged sword, as Friedrich Nietzsche’s philosophy suggests. The chances of Roman Reigns losing the Undisputed Universal Championship at the Royal Rumble seem slim, and some argue vehemently that it shouldn’t happen. If the stage is set for Reigns to face The Rock, proponents of this perspective contend that it should be for the championship, aligning with the traditional narrative of a title match at WrestleMania.

Roman Reigns is the legacy

A compelling parallel is drawn with wrestling history, particularly the clash between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III. In 1987, Hogan, much like Roman Reigns today, had been a dominant World Champion for three years, conquering every challenger in his path. The argument goes that for such monumental encounters, preserving the champion’s aura is paramount. Hogan’s victory over Andre solidified him as a legend and propelled WWE to greater success. The contention here is that a loss before the big match could have diminished the spectacle and financial success of the encounter.

At the heart of this narrative is the undeniable role of money in professional wrestling. The anticipation and financial success of promoting an exhibition like Reigns versus The Rock are paramount. The assertion is that while Reigns could theoretically drop the title in the coming weeks without being pinned, doing so would diminish his presence in comparison to The Rock. From a promotional standpoint, Reigns stands out more as an indomitable champion, and a potential clash with The Rock for the championship becomes a more lucrative prospect.

Roman Reigns is money

In light of these considerations, the conclusion drawn is that Roman Reigns is unlikely to lose the Undisputed title at the Royal Rumble. Instead, the fatal-four-way match is positioned as another strategic move to bolster Reigns’ image and legacy. This, in turn, contributes to increased ticket sales and Peacock buys as spectators eagerly anticipate witnessing the collision between the irresistible force and the immovable object for the Undisputed Championship.

In the grand narrative of WWE, the clash between Roman Reigns and The Rock represents the meeting of two titans, an irresistible force meeting an immovable object. The ultimate takeaway is that, in the realm of professional wrestling, money reigns supreme. The collision between these two wrestling icons, with the championship at stake, holds the promise of not just a spectacle but a financial triumph for the company.

In the end, the name of the game is money, and the unfolding drama between Reigns and his potential challengers is a carefully orchestrated dance leading to the crescendo of WrestleMania, where the financial stakes are as high as the stakes inside the ring.

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