5 Blockbuster Feuds For Roman Reigns As The Universal Champion

Despite being heavily criticized for his improper character work and push, Roman Reigns has finally ascended to the top of WWE Monday Night Raw.

Vince McMahon would try everything in his power to get something substantial out of this Universal Championship reign, and in that case, the Big Dog needs some credible challengers.

Brock Lesnar's feud with Roman Reigns might have ended, but there are plenty of opponents that could have an opportunity to demolish the Roman Empire.

Superstars who have remained directionless throughout might finally get their chance to get a taste of the main event scene, and with Hell in a Cell just around the corner, the company needs someone dependable to clash against the Big Dog.

With Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins already backing up the Universal Champion, them feuding with Roman Reigns won't feel logical at this very moment.

Therefore, here are the five opponents who can have a blockbuster feud with Roman Reigns as the Universal Champion.

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#5 Bobby Roode

This could be a classic

Despite being relegated to such an extent that he no longer seems credible, there's no denying that a fantastic character transformation could drastically alter Bobby Roode's career.

The former NXT Champion ascended to the top under Triple H's umbrella during his initial days with the company. However, his main-roster run has diminished his entire credibility as a performer.

Bobby Roode, if turned heel, could work wonders against Roman Reigns who could struggle to maintain his Universal Championship reign as a pure babyface.

Considering the fact that the fans already despise the Big Dog, a credible heel in Bobby Roode could convince them to think otherwise. Either way, this could definitely ascend the Glorious One back to the top of Monday Night Raw.

#4 Finn Balor

Did he really get his opportunity back?

Monday Night Raw concluded on a fantastic note last Monday with a sensational Universal Championship bout between Finn Balor and Roman Reigns.

While the Big Dog did give the longest reigning NXT Champion an opportunity, Balor delivered something exceptional in that bout.

Since Hell in a Cell demands an opponent for Roman Reigns, the First-Ever Universal Champion could step up and ask for another shot.

Judging by the storyline, this could certainly coerce Finn Balor to embrace his dark side further down the line and turn heel.

With Braun Strowman also roaming wild to cash-in his MITB briefcase, Finn Balor could stand as a roadblock in the Big Dog's reign as the Universal Champion.

#3 Drew Mcintyre

An already established heel yearning to get noticed

Since Vince McMahon would be looking to clash the Big Dog with a heel, an already established villain in Drew Mcintyre could step up and take WWE by storm.

His promising alliance with Dolph Ziggler has somehow stopped his push as a singles performer and the Scottish Terminator needs a credible moment to hijack the spotlight.

With Roman Reigns looking for a big fight, the former NXT Champion could take the Big Dog to the extreme and pull off something sensational with this feud.

The ideal possibility of seeing Drew Mcintyre as the Universal Champion could wait but pushing him now could certainly give him a taste of the main-event on WWE's flagship show.

Since the idea of Braun Strowman Vs. Roman Reigns could end up with the latter being rejected as the Champion, the company could be looking to save that feud for somewhere down the line.

The Scottish Psychopath needs to step up his game and vow to demolish the Roman Empire, once, and for all.

#2 Bray Wyatt

The Resurrection of a Cult Leader who deserves so much more

While a lot of the fans might not be pleased with the idea of getting Bray Wyatt into the main-event, there's no denying that his brilliant character has been demolished by poor creative directions.

It's a damn shame that the man losing to the B-Team on multiple occasions defeated the likes of John Cena and A.J. Styles on a single night.

Despite being one of the most unique dispositions in WWE history, the Eater of Worlds' push has been dreadful ever since he returned to WWE's flagship show.

However, this could change now. Matt Hardy's injury could come as a blessing in disguise for Bray Wyatt who desperately deserves a monumental change in his current direction.

A feud with Roman Reigns could backfire, but if booked correctly, this could be the start of something beautiful in the WWE.

Resurrecting Bray Wyatt could certainly assist in rebuilding the Wyatt Family which could lead into a thriller showdown between Braun Strowman and Bray Wyatt.

The Big Dog could carry on a cracker bout with the Cult Leader and might help the former WWE Champion in restructuring his forgotten WWE career.

#1 John Cena

This feud could get more personal than the last time

There's no denying that a lot of the WWE fans despised the idea of having John Cena feud with Roman Reigns. However, the creative team went in a different direction and delivered some of the finest segments of 2017 with these two.

John Cena's harsh criticism of the Big Dog's attitude made for some entertaining television and this could happen again if provided with some commendable storyline.

The Franchise is chasing his 17th World Championship reign and with Roman Reigns holding the gold, John Cena could return to reclaim his position to the top of the mountain.

Both the performers share dynamic personalities and Vince McMahon could definitely make a lot of money by having two of his biggest stars go at it, once again.

Since the Undertaker is rumored to be Cena's dancing partner at WrestleMania, this could also invite the possibility of the Phenom costing the Franchise a historic 17th Championship reign.