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Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
UFC legend reveals Brock Lesnar's ‘banned' WWE status
The post UFC legend reveals Brock Lesnar's 'banned' WWE status appeared first on ClutchPoints. According to former UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier, WWE star Brock Lesnar is on the 'banned list' amid his indefinite hiatus. If this is true, this could spell the end of Lesnar's professional wrestling career. During an interview on the MIghycast podcast, Cormier debunked the idea of facing Lesnar in WWE (1:13:00 mark). He claimed Lesnar was on a 'banned list,' though he didn't specify if it was from WWE, UFC, or their parent company, TKO. 'I mean, Brock is on the banned list right now,' Cormier revealed. 'Brock got into so much trouble… I ain't telling you on-air what Brock did, [but] Brock is in so much trouble.' That makes it sound like Lesnar will not be coming back to WWE anytime soon. Whether he is 'banned' from WWE or TKO altogether, it does not look good for him. Why is WWE star Brock Lesnar on the 'banned list'? Lesnar has not been seen in WWE since August 2023. He faced Cody Rhodes in the rubber match of their feud at SummerSlam. Afterward, he raised Rhodes' arm, seemingly passing the torch to the 'American Nightmare.' While he was supposed to return at the Royal Rumble in January 2024, Lesnar was pulled from his plans. This was due to a former WWE employee, Janel Grant, filing a lawsuit against Vince McMahon. Initially, Lesnar was not specifically named in the lawsuit. However, it was heavily implied that he was involved, as McMahon tried to traffic Grant to Lesnar during his contract negotiations to return to WWE in 2021. Later, in February 2025, Lesnar was officially named in the lawsuit. WWE and TKO have continued to withhold Lesnar from returning to the ring. It is unclear if he will ever get back in the squared circle. It would almost be a surprise at this point. Since coming back to wrestling in 2021, Lesnar has predominantly been a babyface. This was a drastic change from his previous tenures, during which he usually played the heel. Lesnar feuded with Roman Reigns over the Universal Championship upon his return. Their longstanding feud culminated at the 2022 SummerSlam event. After that, he had matches with Bobby Lashley, Omos, and Rhodes. Related: WWE star Drew McIntyre trolls SummerSlam foes with viral Coldplay meme Related: WWE star Roman Reigns shuts down 6th kid rumors during hiatus Solve the daily Crossword
Newsweek
2 days ago
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- Newsweek
Roman Reigns Shuts Down Personal Rumor With Strong Message
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. "The Tribal Chief" Roman Reigns has taken to social media to personally address and shut down a recent rumor about his family life. In a rare, out-of-character video posted to his TikTok account, the former Undisputed WWE Universal Champion clarified his family plans. For several weeks, speculation had been circulating online that Reigns and his wife were expecting their sixth child. Reigns used his social media platform to directly put an end to that talk. "Five And Done" For Roman Reigns In the short video, Reigns addressed the rumors with his signature confidence, but in a lighthearted manner. He made it clear that his family is complete. "Five and done," Reigns stated. "They were saying like I was tryna catch up to Jacob [Fatu]. Five and done. I've done my job. I have procreated. No more." The joke about his real-life cousin, Jacob Fatu, was a nod to their large and ever-growing Anoa'i family wrestling dynasty. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation The Tribal Chief As A Family Man While Roman Reigns portrays one of the most dominant and intimidating characters in WWE history, the man behind the gimmick, Joe Anoa'i, is a dedicated family man. He has often spoken publicly about the importance of his wife, Galina, and their five children. His two public battles with leukemia have given him a deep appreciation for his life outside of the ring and have strengthened his family-first priorities. Roman Reigns and Kevin Owens wrestle during the WWE and Universal Championship match during the WWE Royal Rumble event the Alamodome on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. Roman Reigns and Kevin Owens wrestle during the WWE and Universal Championship match during the WWE Royal Rumble event the Alamodome on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. Alex BierensIn the modern social media era, it is common for superstars to use platforms like TikTok to connect with fans on a more personal level. This allows them to show a different side of their personality and control their own narrative, separating the performer from the on-screen character. Roman Reigns' Focus Turns To SummerSlam While he has set the record straight on his family life, Roman Reigns' professional life is about to get very busy. He made his shocking return to WWE at the Night of Champions premium live event in June after a multi-month hiatus. He brutally attacked John Cena, reigniting their legendary rivalry. The attack has set the stage for a blockbuster main event match at SummerSlam in August, where Reigns will go one-on-one with Cena. After months away from the ring, "The Tribal Chief" has returned to reclaim his spot at the Head of the Table, and his focus is now squarely on that massive showdown. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Newsweek
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Teases The Return Of Roman Reigns In A Big Way
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The specter of Roman Reigns loomed large over Monday Night Raw, as his former "Wise Man," Paul Heyman, delivered a scathing and personal message to the absent star. Standing alongside his new faction, Heyman made it clear that he has moved on, and he questioned the courage of his former client. During the show's opening segment, Heyman took the microphone after his enforcers, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, had laid out challenges to the Raw roster. Heyman then turned his attention directly to the man he guided for over three years. "Roman Reigns doesn't have the balls to come back and step up against us." - Paul Heyman ROMAN REIGNS IS RETURNING AT SNME 😭🔥#WWERaw — TribaI Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) July 8, 2025 Paul Heyman's Insulting Challenge In a stunning moment designed to provoke a response, Heyman directly challenged the manhood of "The Tribal Chief." He claimed that Reigns was afraid to return and face the new dominant force on Monday nights. "Roman Reigns doesn't have the balls to come back and step up against us," Heyman proclaimed. The deliberate and insulting call-out immediately sent the wrestling world into a frenzy. It has fueled intense speculation that Reigns' return to WWE television is not just imminent, but could happen sooner than anyone expected. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation A Collision Course: SummerSlam or Sooner? For weeks, reports have indicated that WWE officials are planning for Roman Reigns' return to take place in time for SummerSlam in August. However, Heyman's pointed comments have fans now speculating that Reigns could return as soon as this Saturday, July 12th, at the Saturday Night's Main Event premium live event. That show features a World Heavyweight Championship match between GUNTHER and Goldberg, a match where Seth Rollins, the current Mr. Money in the Bank, is expected to be lurking. An early return for Reigns at that event would throw WWE's summer plans into chaos. It would also be a direct response to Heyman's challenge on the biggest possible stage before SummerSlam. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Roman Reigns and Kevin Owens wrestle during the WWE and Universal Championship match during the WWE Royal Rumble event at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio,... SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Roman Reigns and Kevin Owens wrestle during the WWE and Universal Championship match during the WWE Royal Rumble event at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. More Alex BierensThe History Of The Wise Man And The Tribal Chief The alliance between Paul Heyman and Roman Reigns was the most dominant partnership in modern WWE history. As the "Special Counsel," Heyman was the strategic architect behind Reigns' record-breaking 1,316-day reign as Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. Their partnership ended in shocking fashion at WrestleMania 41, when Heyman betrayed Reigns, costing him a chance to win back his title. On the Raw after WrestleMania, Reigns was attacked by Heyman's new group and has not been seen since. Heyman's personal attack on Raw was a clear message that their business is far from over. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Newsweek
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Is Set To Return: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE Hall of Famer Bill Goldberg is set to make his return to WWE programming on this coming Monday's episode of RAW in Green Bay, Wisconsin. According to a new report from Goldberg will be appearing regularly on RAW to build towards his long-awaited retirement match. This return comes just one week after his likely opponent, GUNTHER, won back the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Goldberg's Final Match While not officially announced by WWE, it is heavily rumored that Goldberg's final match will take place at the Saturday Night's Main Event on July 12 in Atlanta, Georgia. His opponent is expected to be GUNTHER, finally paying off an angle that began at WWE Bad Blood in October 2024 when Goldberg hopped the barricade to confront him. Goldberg has been training intensely for his farewell match at the Black Diamond Martial Arts facility in Texas. On his podcast, he has been candid about dealing with several injuries during his training as he works to get into peak condition to deliver the full Goldberg experience one last time. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Speaking on WWE La Previa last year, GUNTHER spoke about the possibility of Goldberg wrestling again. Roman and Seth celebrate in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille, France. Roman and Seth celebrate in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille, France. PHILIPPE HUGUEN/AFP/Getty Images "I was invited out there to speak about the Crown Jewel Championship, and we had a lot of legends in the house, and I met a lot of them backstage. One of the very few I didn't meet that I just saw was there before was Goldberg. So when our eyes crossed, basically I was like, why not break some balls a little bit? [What] I've done [to] him, he doesn't seem to be able to take things lightly. I tried to lighten up the mood a little bit, but it' push comes to shove, and he thinks he wants to get back into the business and wrestle again, then I'm happy to teach him a lesson," Gunther said. Goldberg's Recent WWE Career Since returning to WWE in 2016, Goldberg has had several high-profile runs, often competing for world championships. He defeated Kevin Owens for the Universal Championship in 2017, leading to a match with Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 33. He won the same title for a second time in 2020 by defeating "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt at Super ShowDown. His last match in WWE was at the Elimination Chamber event in February 2022, where he unsuccessfully challenged Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship. His return to face the current World Heavyweight Champion, GUNTHER, sets the stage for a massive, cross-generational main event for his final bow. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
India.com
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Happy Birthday, Roman Reigns: A Legendary Career In 10 Iconic Records
photoDetails english 2905993 Updated:May 25, 2025, 01:36 PM IST Longest Single Universal Championship Reign 1 / 10 Reigns held the WWE Universal Championship for an unprecedented 1,316 days, making it the longest single reign in the title's history and the fourth-longest world title reign in WWE history. First Undisputed WWE Universal Champion 2 / 10 At WrestleMania 38, Reigns defeated Brock Lesnar to unify the WWE Championship and Universal Championship, becoming the first Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. Record for Most Consecutive Days as World Champion in the WrestleMania Era 3 / 10 With a reign surpassing 1,042 days, Reigns set the record for the most consecutive days as a world champion in the WrestleMania era, surpassing Hulk Hogan's previous record. Royal Rumble Record for Most Eliminations in a Single Match 4 / 10 In the 2014 Royal Rumble, Reigns eliminated 12 competitors, setting a new record for the most eliminations in a single Royal Rumble match at that time. Nine WrestleMania Victories 5 / 10 Reigns has competed in 12 WrestleMania matches, securing nine victories, including main event wins against top stars like Brock Lesnar, The Undertaker, and Cody Rhodes. Grand Slam and Triple Crown Champion 6 / 10 Reigns has achieved both the Grand Slam and Triple Crown in WWE, having held the WWE Championship, Universal Championship, Intercontinental Championship, United States Championship, and Tag Team Championship. Multiple "Wrestler of the Year" Awards 7 / 10 Reigns has been recognized as "Wrestler of the Year" by various publications, including Pro Wrestling Illustrated in 2022 and Sports Illustrated in 2021, acknowledging his exceptional performances and influence in the industry. Inspirational Return from Leukemia 8 / 10 In 2018, Reigns announced a hiatus to battle leukemia. His triumphant return in 2019 was honored with the ESPY Award for Best WWE Moment, symbolizing his resilience and inspiring fans worldwide. Leader of The Bloodline Faction 9 / 10 As the head of The Bloodline, Reigns led one of WWE's most dominant factions, elevating the careers of his cousins The Usos and Solo Sikoa, and delivering compelling storylines that captivated audiences. Elevating WWE's Storytelling and Viewership 10 / 10 Reigns' transformation into the "Tribal Chief" and his compelling narratives have been credited with boosting WWE's storytelling quality and viewership, contributing to some of the company's most successful periods.
