BREAKING: Seth Rollins to relinquish WWE World Heavyweight title & undergo surgery - Reports

Seth Rollins is reportedly set to be sidelined for some time.

The future of Seth Rollins as WWE World Heavyweight Champion hangs in the balance, with reports suggesting that the reigning titleholder could soon be forced to relinquish his championship.

According to Sportskeeda, WWE officials are expected to make a definitive decision regarding Rollins’ title status as early as the next episode of Monday Night RAW.

The uncertainty stems from Rollins’ recent injury at WWE Crown Jewel 2025 in Perth, Australia, where a bad landing during his match reportedly caused significant damage to his arm and shoulder.

As the situation develops, multiple reports indicate that the “Visionary” is set to undergo surgery that could sideline him for several months, a setback that could effectively end his current championship reign.

WWE could be deciding Seth Rollins’s championship future as soon as the upcoming RAW

As per Sportskeeda’s report, WWE is internally discussing how to handle the World Heavyweight Championship in Seth Rollins’ absence. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the belief within the company is that he will have to vacate the title if the injury proves severe enough to require long-term recovery.

Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter further noted that WWE plans to address the situation publicly on the upcoming Monday Night RAW. The episode will reportedly include a formal announcement about the future of the World Heavyweight Championship, whether it remains with Rollins or is declared vacant.

Behind the scenes, creative discussions are underway to determine the best path forward. The report also mentions that the Bron Breakker heel turn, which played out recently on RAW, was originally scheduled for 2026. WWE had planned for Rollins to feud with Roman Reigns heading into WrestleMania 42, but those plans may now need to be rewritten.

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Seth Rollins to undergo surgery

After weeks of speculation, reports confirmed that Seth Rollins will indeed undergo surgery, though the exact nature of the procedure remains undisclosed. The operation is expected to keep him out of action for several months, effectively ruling him out of WWE’s major events to close out 2025.

Sources close to WWE indicate that the decision to remove the championship from Rollins is not yet finalized. The company is awaiting further medical results before making the call. However, insiders have stated that “it appears inevitable” if Rollins’ recovery timeline extends deep into next year.

The injury is a major blow to WWE’s creative plans, especially given Rollins’ status as one of the company’s most consistent performers. His potential absence could open the door for new contenders to emerge in the world title scene, possibly setting the stage for a new champion to be crowned in his absence.

For now, WWE fans will have to wait for official confirmation on Monday Night RAW, where the fate of both Seth Rollins and the World Heavyweight Championship will finally be revealed.

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