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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
WWE Money in the Bank: Roman Reigns' TKO contract under risk? Insider drops big hint
A wild rumor about Roman Reigns has been making the rounds lately. Former WWE commentator Hugo Savinovich has now shared more details about the speculation surrounding Reigns' contract situation under TKO. It looks like WWE, now under TKO's leadership, is making big changes to its roster. The company has reportedly decided not to renew the contracts of R-Truth, Valhalla, and Carlito. Now, Roman Reigns — one of WWE's top stars and its highest-paid performer — is being talked about because of his part-time schedule. Speaking on Lucha Libre Online, Savinovich discussed the rumors about Reigns' $15 million annual earnings. He doesn't believe WWE will release Reigns, but he does think the company is planning to lower his pay. 'While they won't outright release him, he won't be making $15 million per year anymore,' Savinovich said. 'Now, why $15 million? Let me break it down. Roman Reigns' base salary is $5 million. But then there are add-ons—pay-per-views, video game deals like WWE 2K, promotional appearances, merchandise royalties (he earns 30% on merch, which is huge), and special bonuses like appearances in Saudi Arabia. Plus, he earns a cut from ticket sales. All of this adds up to $15 million a year." Savinovich also said he heard that TKO wants to renegotiate Reigns' contract. Also Read: CM Punk to Charlotte Flair: 7 wrestlers missing from the WWE Money in the Bank 2025 list 'And TKO? They're cutting costs across the board. We've seen recent releases, and there are rumors of more. Remember when Nick Khan—a major WWE exec—announced he was selling $4 million worth of stock? That raised eyebrows. TKO is saying: Roman's not around full-time. Why are we paying him so much? So, they want to renegotiate.' There's no official confirmation yet, so fans should take all this with a grain of salt. On RAW this week, Seth Rollins told fans that Roman Reigns won't be back anytime soon. Rollins, with help from Bron Breakker, took out the Original Tribal Chief and wrote him off TV for now. Rollins is now firmly in control on RAW and has earned a spot in the upcoming Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Will Reigns return to go after Rollins and get his revenge? Fans will have to watch Money in the Bank this weekend to find out.
Express Tribune
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Roman Reigns retirement timeline explained, claims he's a 'Trump supporter'
Roman Reigns has dropped a surprising hint about his future in WWE, just days before his highly anticipated Triple Threat match at WrestleMania 41. The Tribal Chief is set to face CM Punk and Seth Rollins in a thrilling contest at the annual event in Las Vegas, but it seems he may be nearing the end of his wrestling career. Speaking in an interview with Vanity Fair, Reigns, 39, revealed that his current WWE contract is nearing its conclusion, with less than two years left. "After I finish the contract that I'm in, we probably got another year or two max," he said. "Then it's time to take on a less physical form of entertainment." The six-time WWE Champion has significantly reduced his in-ring appearances since signing a lucrative new deal in 2022. In 2024, Reigns competed in only six matches, marking a noticeable shift in his schedule. With 1,373 career matches under his belt, it's clear that the veteran may be ready to explore other avenues. Reigns' mention of a "less physical form of entertainment" suggests a potential move towards acting, something he has already ventured into. He starred in The Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw alongside his cousin, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, furthering his Hollywood connections. Although his comments may come as a shock, they align with his past reflections on retirement. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Reigns considered leaving WWE when creative changes seemed difficult to implement. "I was prepared to walk away if we weren't going to be able to do what I felt was right for me creatively at the time," he admitted in the interview. In the same interview, Reigns also revealed he was a Donald Trump supporter. Reigns, a registered Democrat, described himself as a centrist and emphasized the importance of strong and competent leadership. He praised Trump's extensive background in entertainment, business, and politics, stating, "He's got a vast history and a huge background. He's been in entertainment. He's been in big business, politics." Reigns believes that such leadership is crucial for the United States to maintain its status as a world leader Reigns' current WWE contract is set to expire in April 2026, meaning he could continue to compete until at least WrestleMania 42. However, with his growing focus on other ventures, it remains to be seen how much longer the WWE legend will remain in the squared circle.
