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WWE prepares for transition as Roman Reigns edges towards retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

WWE prepares for transition as Roman Reigns edges towards retirement

Summary

WWE star Roman Reigns has dominated the organization's for several years, succeeding after initial fan backlash. With indications of Reigns potentially reducing his appearances, WWE is identifying Oba Femi as the future face of the franchise. Femi has already achieved notable victories, including a match against Brock Lesnar, which might mark Lesnar's final engagement in the ring. Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer confirmed WWE's plans to elevate Femi when Reigns vacates his top position, although Femi may need to enhance his promo skills moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Roman Reigns has been WWE's top star for years.
•WWE aims to position Oba Femi as the new face of the company.
•Femi won King of the Ring and defeated Brock Lesnar.
•Reigns is expected to reduce match appearances in the future.
•Dave Meltzer confirmed WWE's strategic plans for Femi.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Wrestling journalist says it’s clear who will be ‘new face of’ WWE after Roman Reigns

What they're saying

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Roman Reigns has been the top name in WWE for many years now, even if there were times when fans did not want that. After splitting from The Shield, Roman got a lot of backlash when he was positioned as ‘the guy’ in a babyface role.
— Yahoo Sports

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