Roman Reigns’ absence from WWE has left many storylines unresolved, but none more personal than his feud with Bronson Reed. The Australian powerhouse didn’t just defeat the Original Tribal Chief – he humiliated him by taking his expensive sneakers twice. With Roman currently sidelined due to injury, fans are wondering when he’ll return to settle this very personal feud.
The sneaker controversy began when Bronson Reed forcibly removed Roman’s Jordan Spizike sneakers after a brutal beatdown to Reigns and Jey Uso, with Bron Breakker by his side.
Reed didn’t stop there. On the 4th August episode of Monday night RAW, he struck again. This time, taking Roman’s custom Nike Air Jordan 1 Mid “Breds” worth over $1,000.
These weren’t random acts of aggression; they were calculated heel moves to establish dominance and break Roman’sRoman’s character. Reed later boasted about his actions, saying:
“These are mine now. These are mine”
Bronson Reed got him a new pair of “University Red” Jordan Spizikes for the free 🤣 @BRONSONISHERE https://t.co/uvXWKt0ioX pic.twitter.com/jpT6OB9Xun
— Nice Kicks (@nicekicks) July 29, 2025
Wrestling analyst Peter LaGreca on the Busted Open Podcast, said:
Last night was the greatest night of Bronson Reed’s career. I think he made a huge impact last night with just the taking of the sneakers…. I did not know what taking a man’s sneakers or taking a man’s shoes meant…. All I know is that when he did it, the gasp and then the sound that I heard came out of the audience, I was like, this is a big deal.” (Timestamp: 3:32-5:00)
Quick Facts About Sneakers That Bronson Reed Took off From Reigns
Jordan Spizikes:
- Premium hybrid basketball shoes ($200-250 retail).
- Unique design blending Air Jordan models 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, and 20.
- Created as a tribute to Spike Lee and his long-standing association with the Jordan brand (through Mars Blackmon ads), the Spiz’ike became a must-have for fans of both basketball and hip-hop culture.
- Roman was wearing the “University Red” colorway, size 15
Air Jordan 1 Mid “Breds”:
- Iconic black and red colorway from 1985.
- One of the most sought-after sneaker designs in history.
- Standard retail $110-170, but Roman’sRoman’s custom version is worth $1,000+
- Custom features likely included premium leather or personalized details.
Speculations About Roman Reigns Coming Back To WWE
Roman Reigns’ absence from WWE has left fans speculating about when the “Original Tribal Chief” will return to settle his unfinished business.
While Reigns has been sidelined due to injury, reports suggest that WWE is deliberately holding off his return to make it feel more impactful, especially with Clash in Paris 2025 on the horizon.
Historically, WWE has booked Reigns’ returns in a way that maximizes crowd reaction, such as his surprise comeback at SummerSlam 2024.
Things got interesting when WWE’s Chief Content Officer Triple H posted something that made fans lose their minds. On his Instagram, he shared a Clash in Paris 2025 banner featuring none other than Roman Reigns. Even better? He tagged “OTC” (Original Tribal Chief) in the post.
The caption read: “3 weeks until #WWEClash in Paris…are you ready? 🇫🇷.”
The sneaker-stealing storyline has generated genuine buzz among both wrestling fans and sneaker enthusiasts.
WWE analysts point out that moments like these blend pop culture with wrestling drama, making Reigns’ return not just about reclaiming dominance, but also restoring personal pride.
Based on how WWE has been booking their shows lately, Reigns’ comeback won’t just be about settling one feud. Fans are already speculating about potential matches with Seth Rollins and rising star Bron Breakker, potentially leading him to larger storylines.
