WrestleMania XL marked a monumental shift in the WWE landscape as Cody Rhodes emerged victorious, claiming the title of Undisputed WWE Universal Champion from Roman Reigns, who had held the title for nearly four years. For Reigns, the loss marked the end of an era and left fans wondering about his next move.
The Bloodline saga, a decade-long storyline that began with the breakup of ‘The Shield’, reached its climax at WrestleMania XL. The epic showdown saw Rhodes triumph over Reigns with the unexpected assistance of Seth Rollins, Reigns’ former Shield ally turned rival. Outside interference was allowed under bloodline rules, leading to a dramatic finale involving iconic WWE figures like John Cena, The Undertaker, and even Reigns’ cousin, The Rock.
Reigns’ defeat came at the hands of Rollins, who sacrificed himself to aid Rhodes in bringing down the tribal chief. Despite having the opportunity to finish Rhodes with a steel chair, Reigns chose to attack Rollins instead, allowing Rhodes to capitalize and secure the victory.
Following the match, Reigns’ historic 1316-day reign as Universal Champion came to an end. Despite the disappointment of losing his title, Reigns displayed emotional resilience as he was seen embracing his manager, Paul Heyman, after the event. In a video shared on X, Reigns expressed determination to bounce back, captioning the post, “Yesterday I mourned. Today is Day 1.”
Reigns’ swift return to action indicates that his journey is far from over. Despite the setback, he remains focused on reclaiming the title and continuing his legacy as the tribal chief. As fans eagerly anticipate his next move, it’s clear that Reigns’ presence in the WWE landscape is far from diminished, and he may very well make his mark once again at future WrestleMania events.
