At Survivor Series 2021, WWE fans witnessed an intense Champion vs. Champion showdown as Big E, the WWE Champion, took on Roman Reigns, the Universal Champion, in a hard-hitting main event. The match was a battle between two dominant forces, with Reigns reigning supreme as the “Tribal Chief” and Big E standing tall as the powerhouse leader of Raw.
The Build-Up
The feud leading into this match was fueled by the ongoing rivalry between The Bloodline and The New Day. With Roman Reigns and his cousins, The Usos, dominating SmackDown, tensions escalated when they targeted Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. As a result, Big E sought vengeance, setting up this high-stakes match between the top champions of WWE.
The Match Begins
As the bell rang, Big E and Roman Reigns stood face-to-face, soaking in the electric atmosphere at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The crowd erupted as the two champions locked up, each trying to assert dominance. Reigns used his technical prowess and power to control the early minutes, slowing the pace with headlocks and strikes.
Big E, never one to back down, responded with his signature power moves, including a massive belly-to-belly suplex that sent Reigns flying. The WWE Champion kept the pressure on, delivering clubbing blows and showcasing his incredible athleticism.
Momentum Swings
As the match progressed, Reigns gained control using his calculated offense, including a thunderous Drive-By Kick and a Samoan Drop. He taunted Big E and the crowd, asserting his dominance as “The Head of the Table.”
Big E fought back with resilience, countering a Superman Punch attempt with a high-impact Urinagi for a close two-count. The intensity ramped up as Big E threw Reigns into the steel steps, showing his aggressive side. He even attempted to spear Reigns through the ropes, but the Universal Champion dodged at the last second.
The Climax
With both men exhausted, Reigns attempted a Guillotine Choke, but Big E powered out, slamming him down with a Big Ending attempt. However, Reigns managed to roll out of the ring, avoiding the pin.
As the battle returned to the ring, Reigns delivered a devastating Superman Punch, but Big E shockingly kicked out at two. The crowd roared as Reigns set up for the Spear, but Big E countered with a massive clothesline followed by another Big Ending attempt. However, Reigns wisely positioned himself near the ropes, escaping disaster once more.
In a last-ditch effort, Big E charged at Reigns, but the Universal Champion countered with a brutal Spear, finally securing the three-count victory.
The Aftermath
Roman Reigns stood tall, proving once again why he was WWE’s most dominant force. Big E, despite the loss, had put on a valiant performance, showing he could go toe-to-toe with The Tribal Chief.
Though the match ended with Reigns’ hand raised, Big E earned the respect of fans and fellow superstars alike, further solidifying his legacy as a worthy WWE Champion.
