Roman Reigns reached a pinnacle in his career with his recent run as the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, solidifying his status as a true icon of the sport. However, his reign came to an unexpected halt at WrestleMania 40, where Roman faced Cody Rhodes in a match that marked the end of his historic run.
In the aftermath of this momentous bout, WWF Legend The Undertaker provided insight into the emotional atmosphere backstage. Reflecting on Reigns’ accomplishments, The Undertaker commended him for navigating the unique challenges of the modern wrestling landscape.
Comparing Reigns’ tenure to the legendary reigns of icons like Bob Backlund and Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker highlighted the evolution of the industry, noting the increased scrutiny and media exposure that Reigns contends with.
Here’s what The Deadman had to say about WrestleMania XL:
“Man, there was a lot of really emotional moments backstage. You can imagine Roman coming back and after just, what an amazing run as champion. If you look at it, and put it in today’s market, what a phenomenal run.
It’s not going to go down to the record books as the longest World Title run but when you look at it in actuality with as much coverage, as much media, as much exposure that you have now.
I mean, you have to go back to someone like Bob Backlund’s run and Hulk Hogan’s early run. They didn’t have social media. They didn’t have as much live TV or they didn’t wrestle at all on TV.”
Despite the ever-changing nature of professional wrestling, Roman Reigns has garnered the respect of his peers and predecessors—a testament to his unwavering dedication and talent. For Roman, the validation and acknowledgement from legends like The Undertaker serves as the ultimate affirmation of his contributions to the sport.
Looking ahead, fans eagerly anticipate Reigns’ return to the spotlight, with his next televised appearance slated for the SmackDown before SummerSlam 2024. As he prepares to embark on the next chapter of his storied career, Roman’s legacy as a future WWE Legend continues to inspire generations of fans around the world.
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