Roman Reigns’ bid for a double victory over Cody Rhodes came to a halt at WrestleMania 40, as The American Nightmare emerged triumphant, putting an end to Reigns’ historic championship reign.
In the climactic moments of their showdown, Reigns found himself torn between targeting Rhodes or Seth Rollins with a steel chair.
Rollins, a key figure in the main event chaos, had earlier lost the World Heavyweight Championship and made a dramatic entrance to The Shield’s iconic theme, donning their trademark tactical vest.
Roman Reigns has actively been talking about how he didn’t want The Shield to disband in recent media.
This was the moment where Roman had a choice.
Those 2014 emotions hit him, and it ultimately cost him everything.
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— Wrestle Features (@WrestleFeatures) April 8, 2024
Ultimately, Reigns chose to strike Rollins with the chair, a decision that proved costly as Rhodes capitalized with three consecutive Cross Rhodes maneuvers, securing a monumental victory.
The Shield Connection and Loyalty
The bond between Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns traces back to their days in The Shield, where they rose to prominence as formidable allies.
However, in a pivotal moment in 2014, Rollins infamously betrayed the faction, mirroring Reigns’ recent steel chair attack.
Throughout their tenure in The Shield, Rollins and Reigns shared numerous triumphs, including capturing the WWE Tag Team Championships.
Despite suffering defeats at WrestleMania 40, Rollins remained true to his vow, standing by The American Nightmare’s side.
In this saga of loyalty and betrayal, WrestleMania 40 showcased the enduring impact of alliances forged in the crucible of competition.
