Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns has been untouchable in many different senses. The Tribal Chief’s title reign is approaching 1,000 days, and his presentation is pretty much perfect. However, one key aspect might be lost following the 2023 Draft.
Samantha Irvin’s iconic introduction
Over the past year, on SmackDown, fans have grown to notice and appreciate how ring announcer Samantha Irvin introduces Reigns. Her delivery fits the might and ferocity of The Head of the Table, and her call has become iconic, even considered one of the greatest-ever introductions by a WWE ring announcer.
Possible move to RAW
Samantha Irvin is engaged to Ricochet, who was drafted to RAW alongside Braun Strowman. As the company ensures that couples remain on the same brand, it’s likely that Samantha Irvin will move to the red brand too, meaning she would no longer introduce Roman Reigns. Taking her place as SmackDown’s ring announcer could be Mike Rome.
Fresh feuds ahead for Roman Reigns
Even if Samantha Irvin isn’t around to add gravitas to The Tribal Chief’s television appearances, Roman Reigns has an interesting few months ahead of him. He is WWE’s top champion and can feud with old rivals like AJ Styles and Bobby Lashley. The American Nightmare, Cody Rhodes, remains the optimal option to dethrone The Tribal Chief, potentially at SummerSlam or WrestleMania 40.
