Roman Reigns to re-form The Shield with 2 new stars; failed cash-in? 3 ways the OTC can return to WWE
Roman Reigns has been absent from WWE television since he was ambushed by Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker on the RAW after WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. The OTC will aim to exact revenge on Rollins and Co. as soon as he returns to the Stamford-based promotion.
With the chaotic conclusion of the 2025 Money in the Bank, Roman Reigns’ return may be on the horizon. Rollins's terror has been increasing with each passing, and Reigns may be the one to stop him.
In this listicle, we look at three ways Roman Reigns can return to World Wrestling Entertainment.
#3. The OTC could stop Seth Rollins from cashing in
Seth Rollins walked out of Money in the Bank with the MITB contract. The latest episode of Monday Night RAW saw CM Punk finally stand up against his former rival John Cena and challenge him to a singles match for the Undisputed WWE Title.
While Cena accepted the challenge, he said he wanted to face Punk at Night of Champions 2025. Meanwhile, Seth Rollins came out with his briefcase and sent a subtle warning with his mysterious laugh, hinting that he aimed to recreate the Heist of the Century.
Rollins can interfere in Cena vs. Punk's title bout. However, before he potentially cashes in his MITB contract, Roman Reigns can shockingly return and stop his rival from becoming champion.
#2. Roman Reigns could form The Shield 2.0
While fans expected the OTC to return at Money in the Bank 2025, it didn’t happen. However, Reigns' return is imminent. Seth Rollins and his heel crew have been dominating WWE, and they need to be stopped. Hence, The Tribal Chief could return anytime before SummerSlam 2025 and re-form the Shield with CM Punk and Sami Zayn to play mind games with Rollins.
Reigns' Shield 2.0 could take on Rollins' group in a six-man tag team match at SummerSlam 2025.
#1. The OTC could compete in the King of the Ring Tournament
The next big WWE Premium Live Event is Night of Champions 2025, emanating live from Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. Triple H and Co. have already started working to craft a compelling match card. The latest episode of RAW saw the first qualifier bouts for the Queen and King of the Ring tournaments.
Interestingly, WWE has announced every participant for the match, but a spot in next week’s Fatal-Four-Way King of the Ring qualifier is still unoccupied. In a massive twist, Reigns could return as the mystery entrant and end up winning the tournament, inserting himself into the title picture once again.