As WWE prepares for Crown Jewel 2025, which takes place Saturday, October 11 in Perth, Australia, Roman Reigns has made headlines—not just for his upcoming match but for being brutally honest about how he’s feeling going in.
🗣 What Reigns Said
During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show (Oct 8, 2025), Reigns admitted he's not at his peak physically. Key quotes include:
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“I feel like crap. My body does not feel good.”
He said that traveling back and forth to Australia for the filming of Street Fighter has taken a toll.
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Reigns has been dealing with serious jet lag for about “four weeks in a row now.”
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Despite all this, he plans to go all-in. Reigns described his mindset as being ready to go “head against wall—Goldberg style,” saying he will still “give it his all,” even if he’s not 100%.
🔍 Match & Context
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Reigns will face Bronson Reed in an Australian Street Fight at Crown Jewel.
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The “Street Fight” stipulation typically means fewer restrictions, which plays into Reigns’ remarks about pushing through despite fatigue.
⚠️ Why This Matters
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Physical wear & tear. Balancing WWE’s live schedule with movie filming (Street Fighter) is demanding—even more so with cross-continent travel. Reigns mentions multiple flights, jet lag, and not feeling fully recovered.
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Storyline implications. WWE often incorporates real or semi-real health issues into storylines. Reigns being vulnerable could feed into narrative tension, especially with Bronson Reed being from Australia and having home-crowd momentum. A less than fully healthy Reigns could also justify dramatic storytelling beats like interference, upsets, or near-falls.
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Fan expectations. Many fans will watch closely—both for his physical performance and how he handles this “off days” scenario. A charismatic promo from Reigns sets tone and builds hype.
✅ Takeaway: What to Watch at Crown Jewel
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Does Reigns show signs of fatigue during the match with Bronson Reed? Look for slower sequences, visible struggle, or reduced mobility.
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Will WWE use this admission in promos or post-match segments to build further storyline? Possibly leveraging vulnerability, underdog narrative, or a comeback angle.
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Will Reigns’ condition affect the outcome? While he’s favored, if Reed wins, the “not 100%” disclaimer gives WWE some narrative buffer.