Rumor killer on Roman Reigns potentially leaving WWE amid speculated tension with TKO
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The OTC was pulled from WWE dates in June.
Amid the reports of TKO asking talents to take pay cuts, World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns was pulled from an advertisement for the June editions of Monday Night Raw.
The move sparked speculations among fans of Reigns leaving the company, due to tensions and discontent with WWE and TKO. However, a new report from WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select has provided some clarity, debunking the theories.
Roman Reigns is not someone TKO is willing to risk losing
According to the report, there is no concern with WWE or TKO about Roman Reigns leaving the company. The report also added that Reigns is not someone TKO is willing to risk losing.
Reigns is still heavily factored into WWE Creative plans, and his position within the company remains firmly secure.
Roman Reigns is gearing up for his first title defense
Reigns is currently preparing to defend the World Heavyweight title for the first time against Jacob Fatu. The title clash will take place at the 2026 edition of Backlash in Tampa, Florida, this Saturday. The match was announced after Fatu challenged Reigns, looking to capture the title and break into the main event scene.
Fatu has had the upper hand in the encounters leading up to the PLE, even locking in the Tongan Death Grip, humiliating the Champion before the showdown. Fans are waiting to see what happens when the two collide at the Benchmark International Arena on Saturday.
Is Roman Reigns leaving WWE?
No, per WrestleVotes, there is no concern with WWE or TKO about Reigns leaving the company. He is not someone TKO is willing to risk losing.
When and where will WWE Backlash 2026 take place?
The 2026 edition of Backlash will take place on May 9 at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida.
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