7 Reasons Why The WWE Universal Championship Is Cursed

Is the title jaded?
Is the title jaded?

#6 Roman Reigns' heartbreaking exit

Roman Reigns was the latest champion
Roman Reigns was the latest champion

In one of the most horrific coincidences ever, Roman Reigns was robbed of his first Universal Championship and what looks like at least a lengthy period of his wrestling career this week after he delivered the heartbreaking news that he'd be relinquishing the Championship and taking a leave of absence to deal with the resurgence of his Leukemia.

While there are much more important battles for Roman Reigns to fight right now than defending the Universal Championship, it's incredibly sad when you take some time to absorb the news and realise that Reigns fought so hard to finally overcome The Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar, only to have to relinquish the title so quickly after winning it.

While Reigns has held the belt since SummerSlam, he didn't get to be the fighting champion he promised to be - something The Big Dog seemed genuinely upset about on RAW - due to The Shield's reunion.

Needless to say, this one is the most heartbreaking on the list and obviously Reigns' health is much more important than the belt, and we wish Reigns all the best in his recovery.

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