As the anticipation for WWE’s Elimination Chamber event in Perth, Australia, continues to build, a recent report has thrown a curveball into the mix, leaving fans questioning the status of the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, Roman Reigns, for the upcoming spectacle Down Under.
Roman Reigns is currently riding high as The Tribal Chief:
Roman Reigns is currently riding high as The Tribal Chief, set to defend his championship in a Fatal Four-Way match against Randy Orton, AJ Styles, and LA Knight at The Royal Rumble. The unique stipulation arose from Nick Aldis’ disciplinary action against Reigns for his interference in a triple-threat match on SmackDown.
Despite the Royal Rumble looming on the horizon, Reigns took to social media to promote the next major stop on The Road to WrestleMania, Elimination Chamber in Perth, Australia, on February 24. The Tribal Chief excitedly shared details about ticket sales, engaging with the WWE Universe and sparking speculation about his potential participation in the event.
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter has poured cold water on these speculations, reporting that Roman Reigns is not currently scheduled for Elimination Chamber 2024:
The report clarifies that The Tribal Chief was never officially advertised for the Australian extravaganza, and as of now, there are no plans for him to be part of the event.
This revelation has left fans buzzing with questions and theories about Reigns’ absence from the Elimination Chamber card. Many had speculated that a potential showdown between Roman Reigns and The Rock could unfold in Australia, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event. The reality, as per the latest report, appears to be different, leading to a mix of disappointment and curiosity among the WWE faithful.
‘What we did have confirmed is the Australia rumors aren’t accurate. Roman Reigns is not even scheduled for the show [Elimination Chamber]. He’s never been advertised and there are no plans for him for that date right now.’
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— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) January 12, 2024
Adding fuel to the fire, former WWE personality Jim Cornette shared his perspective on the recent events surrounding Reigns. On an episode of the Jim Cornette Experience podcast, he weighed in on SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis’s role in handling The Bloodline’s interference in last week’s main event. Cornette expressed the belief that Aldis should have taken a more proactive approach, potentially calling for security to prevent The Bloodline members from attacking Orton, Styles, and Knight.
“To have him (Nick Aldis) stand out there as the authority figure of the program and the General Manager, the guy that’s in charge of this TV show and wants to make money with it, and do absolutely nothing while this gang of thugs (The Bloodline) completely destroy his three of his top name stars? Imagine if it was Dana White. There would be some chaos going on. I’m not saying don’t let the heels get heat in front of him, I’m saying don’t have him standing out there watching the whole thing and put up with it, and then tell Paul (Heyman) that he’s (Roman Reigns) bought himself a four-way,” Cornette said.
As the WWE Universe grapples with the uncertainty surrounding Roman Reigns’ presence in Australia, the absence of the Tribal Chief from Elimination Chamber is poised to add a layer of intrigue to an already highly anticipated event. With questions lingering and speculations running wild, the Road to WrestleMania takes an unexpected turn, promising twists and turns that will captivate fans worldwide.
