WWE fans were shocked when Roman Reigns was left battered by Seth Rollins and The Vision on last week’s episode of RAW. After Seth retained the World Heavyweight Championship against LA Knight by disqualification, chaos broke out. Reigns ended up being Speared, Stomped, hit with a Tsunami, and even had his sneakers taken again.
Fans believed this would set the stage for a big return at the Clash in Paris Premium Live Event on August 31, 2025. However, his name is missing from the final match card. Here are the possible reasons why The Tribal Chief will not be in action that night plus a few extra thoughts on what might be next for him.
3. Busy Filming His New Movie Role
Roman Reigns is not just a WWE Superstar he’s also building a career in Hollywood. This August, he is in Australia filming the live-action movie based on the famous video game Street Fighter. He will be playing the role of Akuma, one of the most feared characters in the franchise.
This filming schedule clashes with WWE’s calendar, making it hard for him to appear live. Reigns has missed several WWE events in the past because of his acting commitments. His recent film, The Pickup, was released earlier this month on August 6, 2025, showing just how busy his non-wrestling career has become.
2. Could Be Saved for a Surprise Appearance
Not being on the official match card doesn’t always mean Reigns won’t show up. WWE has a history of keeping big names hidden for last-minute surprises. At SummerSlam 2024, Reigns was also not booked for a match, yet he appeared unexpectedly to help Cody Rhodes fight off Solo Sikoa and his crew.
At Clash in Paris, Seth Rollins will defend his title in a Fatal Four-Way match against LA Knight, Jey Uso, and CM Punk. Reigns could appear to interfere, possibly costing Rollins his championship and setting up a bigger storyline for the months ahead.
1. Working a Part-Time Schedule
Roman Reigns is now a part-time wrestler, choosing his appearances carefully. This allows him more time for movies, personal life, and special projects, but it also means he skips smaller shows.
Clash in Paris is considered a B-level Premium Live Event compared to major events like WrestleMania or SummerSlam. For Reigns, it may not be a big enough stage to make a return. He might be saving his next match for a grander moment that will have maximum impact.
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