Roman Reigns added the 2026 Crown Jewel title to his collection on Saturday, defeating former Bloodline ally Sami Zayn in a champion vs. champion match. With his World Heavyweight Championship not on the line, attention now turns to who will step up to challenge "The Tribal Chief" next. Reports indicate Reigns is expected to hold the title until WrestleMania 43, but he will need credible opponents in the meantime.
Royce Keys
The leader of the faction known as 946, Royce Keys, is a likely candidate for a title match at Wrestlepalooza in December or the Royal Rumble in January, as the Bloodline's feud with 946 may continue beyond Survivor Series WarGames.
Rey Mysterio
With 2027 reported as Rey Mysterio's final year as an active wrestler, a championship bout against Reigns could feature on his retirement tour. Reigns' respect for the Hall of Famer makes a matchup on the road to the Royal Rumble a plausible scenario.
Bron Breakker
Long-speculated spear vs. spear clash between Reigns and Bron Breakker could materialize after Breakker lost the tag titles at Crown Jewel, potentially shifting him back to singles competition. A No. 1 contenders tournament or battle royale win would position him for a title shot, and a loss to Reigns might even lead to a realignment with Paul Heyman.
Dominik Mysterio
The company sees significant upside in Dominik Mysterio following his victory over John Cena at last year's Survivor Series. A title match against Reigns would elevate the young star as a future main event player, even in defeat.
