Roman Reigns has established himself as one of the most dominant and compelling superstars in WWE history. From his days as part of The Shield to his record-breaking reign as Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Reigns has created countless unforgettable moments. In this special edition of WWE Top 10, aired on November 3, 2022, we celebrate 20 of the greatest moments in The Tribal Chief’s illustrious career.
1. The Shield’s Debut (2012)
Roman Reigns, alongside Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose, burst onto the WWE scene at Survivor Series 2012, attacking Ryback and helping CM Punk retain his WWE Championship. This moment marked the beginning of Reigns’ historic journey.
2. Winning the 2015 Royal Rumble
Reigns outlasted 29 other superstars to win the 2015 Royal Rumble, securing his first WrestleMania main event.
3. First WWE Championship Win (2015)
After months of setbacks, Reigns defeated Dean Ambrose at Survivor Series 2015 to capture his first WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
4. Spearing Triple H at TLC 2015
After losing the title to Sheamus, Reigns unleashed his fury on Triple H, delivering one of the most vicious spears in WWE history.
5. Winning the WWE Title at WrestleMania 32
Reigns defeated Triple H in the main event of WrestleMania 32, officially establishing himself as WWE’s top star.
6. Battling AJ Styles in 2016
Reigns had two incredible matches against AJ Styles at Payback and Extreme Rules, cementing his status as a fighting champion.
7. Defeating The Undertaker at WrestleMania 33
In one of the most controversial moments in WrestleMania history, Reigns defeated The Undertaker, proclaiming that WWE was now “his yard.”
8. Winning the Universal Championship (2018)
At SummerSlam 2018, Reigns finally dethroned Brock Lesnar to win his first Universal Championship.
9. Leukemia Announcement and Triumphant Return (2019)
In October 2018, Reigns announced that he was battling leukemia. Just four months later, he made an emotional return on Raw, declaring he was in remission.
10. Turning Heel and Aligning with Paul Heyman (2020)
At SummerSlam 2020, Reigns shocked the WWE Universe by returning with a new, more aggressive attitude. Days later, he aligned with Paul Heyman, marking the beginning of his Tribal Chief era.
11. Winning the Universal Championship at Payback 2020
Reigns captured the Universal Championship in dominant fashion, solidifying his new persona.
12. Brutalizing Jey Uso at Clash of Champions 2020
Reigns forced Jey Uso to acknowledge him in an emotionally charged “I Quit” match inside Hell in a Cell.
13. Stacking Edge and Daniel Bryan at WrestleMania 37
Reigns pinned both Edge and Daniel Bryan simultaneously, making a bold statement as WWE’s top champion.
14. Defeating John Cena at SummerSlam 2021
In a dream match, Reigns overcame Cena, proving that WWE was firmly in his hands.
15. Ending Brock Lesnar’s Reign at WrestleMania 38
Reigns defeated Lesnar in a title unification match, becoming the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion.
16. The Bloodline’s Domination
Reigns led The Bloodline to unprecedented dominance, establishing himself as the leader of WWE’s most powerful faction.
17. Conquering Logan Paul at Crown Jewel 2022
Reigns successfully defended his title against Logan Paul in a surprisingly competitive match.
18. Surviving WarGames at Survivor Series 2022
The Bloodline secured victory in the first-ever WarGames match on the main roster, further cementing Reigns’ dominance.
19. Taking Down Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle 2022
In front of a roaring UK crowd, Reigns managed to retain his title against McIntyre with help from Solo Sikoa.
20. His Historic Title Reign
As of November 2022, Reigns remained the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, surpassing 800 days as the most dominant force in modern WWE.
Roman Reigns has redefined what it means to be a champion, and these moments solidify his legacy as one of the greatest WWE superstars of all time.
