Why Roman Reigns Was Written Off at WWE Clash in Paris 2025
WWE’s Clash in Paris 2025 Premium Live Event turned into absolute chaos for fans of Roman Reigns. The show, held at the Paris La Défense Arena in front of 30,000+ fans, saw The Tribal Chief score a big win over Bronson Reed in the opening match. But the celebration didn’t last long, as a shocking post-match attack left Reigns broken and stretchered out of the arena.
The brutal assault was delivered first by Reed, and then intensified when Bron Breakker stormed the ringside area, spearing Roman through the announce table in one of the night’s most talked-about moments. Fans in attendance were stunned, and speculation immediately began about whether Reigns had suffered a legitimate injury or if WWE was writing him out of storylines.
Real Reason Behind Roman Reigns’ Exit
According to a new report from PWInsider, the stretcher angle was not due to injury but rather a storyline decision. The real reason? Roman Reigns is set to begin filming the upcoming Street Fighter live-action movie next week.
“Roman Reigns will officially begin filming Street Fighter next week, which is why he was written out of WWE storylines after being beaten down by Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker before being stretchered out,” PWInsider reported.
The report also noted that Reigns is expected to remain on set until the end of September 2025, with shooting likely wrapping up during the week of September 26—if everything goes according to schedule.
Roman Reigns Balancing WWE & Hollywood
Roman Reigns has become one of WWE’s biggest crossover stars, following in the footsteps of names like The Rock, John Cena, and Batista. His role in Street Fighter adds another Hollywood milestone to his growing résumé.
This isn’t the first time Reigns has stepped into Hollywood projects, but the timing is significant. With WWE aggressively expanding into international markets, including a successful event in Paris, Reigns’ absence leaves a temporary gap in storylines. Still, WWE made sure to write him out in a dramatic fashion, giving fans a shocking angle they won’t soon forget.
What’s Next for WWE Storylines?
With Reigns out until late September, fans are now wondering how WWE will move forward. His sudden exit opens doors for new rivalries and main-event pushes for stars like Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, and possibly Jey Uso.
The post-match attack may also serve as the seed for Roman’s next major feud when he returns. Many believe WWE will revisit his rivalry with Breakker once Reigns is back from filming.
For now, The Tribal Chief’s focus will be on Hollywood, but WWE has made it clear—when Reigns comes back, the spotlight will once again be firmly on him.
Final Take
Roman Reigns being stretchered out at WWE Clash in Paris wasn’t an injury scare but a carefully planned exit. With his Street Fighter role about to begin, WWE used the opportunity to create buzz and storyline drama. Fans may have to wait at least a month to see him again, but his eventual return promises to be one of the most anticipated moments of 2025.
