WWE News: Roman Reigns Nabs World Heavyweight Championship in 'RAW'
Roman Reigns nabbed the WWE World Heavyweight Champion title after defeating Sheamus in "RAW" on Monday night.
On Sunday, Roman Reigns did not have the support of the crowd and he even got booed when his image was flashed on the big screen in Boston at TLC. However, the tides turned when he managed to take out Triple H that night and the crowd flocked to his support on Monday for his match against Vince McMahon in Philadelphia, according to Den of Geek.
McMahon had told Reigns that he would be kicked out of WWE if he lost the match. But even after being headbutted by Sheamus, Reigns was able to win his second World Heavyweight Title that night, the report details.
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Reigns later appeared on ESPN's "WWE Off the Top Rope" segment to talk about his new title. The new champ recalled the time he won the Royal Rumble and his recent victories, saying everything was crazy and unexpected, the Wrestle Zone reports.
Coach of ESPN asked the wrestler about what he did during the match. For Reigns, the whole night was a blur and he was just trying to defend himself from every player who entered the ring. He added that he only did what he had to do, the report relays.
When asked what he wants to happen in 2016, Reigns said he only wants to maintain his health. He also talked about his emergency hernia surgery, which he said also came as a surprise. Right now, the wrestler said he wants to focus on keeping his place in the ring and defending his title.
At the end of the interview, Roman Reigns mentioned his daughter and dedicated all his matches to her. The new WWE World Heavyweight Champion said he is excited to celebrate his title at home and even joked that his daughter can choose the restaurant where they will eat.
