Roman Reigns is set to headline WWE’s Crown Jewel event in Perth, Australia. This match marks a significant return for the wrestling star, who will face local hero Bronson Reed.
Roman Reigns Returns for Major Match
Reigns, 40, has recently rejoined WWE programming. He made a notable appearance on Monday Night Raw, helping The Usos against Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker.
According to a report from Dave Meltzer of The Wrestling Observer, Reigns vs. Reed will serve as the “final match” for the Crown Jewel show. The specifics of whether this means it will be the main event remain unclear.
Match History and Upcoming Events
- Reigns defeated Reed at WWE Clash in Paris in August.
- He was sidelined through September due to a storyline injury.
- This match in Perth will be Reigns’ sixth in 2025.
For WWE standards, 2025 has been relatively light for the “Original Tribal Chief.” Reigns has competed in just five matches so far this year, including a notable bout at WrestleMania Saturday.
Film and Other Ventures
Recently, Reigns has been away from the ring, filming his role as Akuma in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, alongside Cody Rhodes, who will portray Guile.
Reigns did not appear in this year’s PWI 500 due to the limited number of singles matches he participated in within the eligibility window.
Including the upcoming match with Reed, Reigns will have wrestled a total of 12 matches since the beginning of 2024. This reflects his gradual shift towards projects outside of WWE.
Expectations for Crown Jewel
Reigns is expected to kick off a future edition of Raw, suggesting that further match details will be announced soon. As of now, it remains to be seen whether the match will feature stipulations or follow a traditional format.
Bronson Reed hails from Adelaide, Australia, only a short flight away from Perth, adding intriguing local interest to this highly anticipated matchup.
