Roman Reigns’ absence looms large following his loss of the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania XL. On the latest episode of SmackDown, The Tribal Chief made a pivotal decision, voluntarily withdrawing from the 2024 Draft.
Reigns’s monumental reign came to an end at WrestleMania 40, culminating in a historic victory for Cody Rhodes. Despite The Bloodline’s triumph on Night 1, Reigns’s reign as the Undisputed WWE (Universal) Champion concluded after an impressive 1,316 days.
Confirming his withdrawal from the draft, Reigns took to Instagram to share the announcement made by Paul Heyman during the show. Heyman clarified that Reigns wasn’t eligible for drafting this year, a decision Reigns reiterated on social media. Notably, The Bloodline’s absence from the draft included Reigns and The Rock.
As Reigns takes a hiatus from television, The Bloodline undergoes significant changes under Solo Sikoa’s leadership.
The Enforcer introduced Tama Tonga as a new member, replacing Jimmy Uso following his loss to Jey Uso at WrestleMania XL.
With The Bloodline’s resurgence comes renewed animosity with Kevin Owens, who incited the faction on SmackDown. Randy Orton’s intervention during a brawl against Sikoa and Tonga signals a potential alliance against the formidable faction.
As the dynamics within The Bloodline evolve and Reigns’s absence creates a power vacuum, the WWE Universe braces for the repercussions of these seismic shifts on SmackDown.
