Since news emerged that Roman Reigns was reportedly angry owing to an unplanned spot involving Kevin Owens at Survivor Series 2022, fans have been busy talking about the situation. While many believe it was just a one-off incident considering just how experienced KO is, some have demanded that he be punished.
In the main event of the Premium Live Event, The Bloodline defeated Owens, Drew McIntyre, and Brawling Brutes in a WarGames match. The bout's closing moments featured a heated brawl between The Tribal Chief and Kevin Owens, who hammered punches at each other. However, at one point, KO struck a slap at Reigns, which reportedly ruptured the latter's eardrum.
Though all the competitors wrapped up the match smoothly, backstage, Reigns went on an "expletive-filled rant" about the unplanned slap spot. Thankfully, the situation is said to have been diffused within 20 minutes. Since the altercation became public, fans have been sharing their opinions on Twitter.
A few users proclaimed that Owens must be punished for going off-script, with one going as far as to say he needs to be fired. However, the majority sentiment seems to be that it was a mere accident and need not be stressed.
Check out the reactions below:
Kevin Owens should be punished for this.
— JobberNationTV: THE REALITY CHECK FOR THE IWC (@JobberNationTV) November 30, 2022
Im a KO fan but you cant just put the biggest draw in jeopardy cuz you wanted to look tough.
This couldve had DRASTIC implications for Mania season
I would suspend KO for 30 days https://t.co/PKSR70wuCd
Should fire him tbh. Could have ended Roman's career
— mitch davies (@mitchdavies1996) November 30, 2022
What a ridiculous take
— Philip Arieth (@y2jackass) November 30, 2022
Suspend a man for 30 days… you act like the man got caught breaking the wellness policy. It was a mistake and heat of the moment, AT MOST just have a talk to both guys and settle it there.
Kevin Owens is rumored to face Roman Reigns at Royal Rumble 2023
If the recent rumors are anything to go by, Roman Reigns could put his Undisputed WWE Universal Championship on the line against Kevin Owens at Royal Rumble 2023. For those unaware, the duo also competed at the said Premium Live Event's 2021 edition, where The Tribal Chief won a Last Man Standing match.
Current plan for the 2023 Royal Rumble is for Roman Reigns to defend the Undisputed WWE Universal Title against Kevin Owens (WrestlingNewsCo). pic.twitter.com/STAxgGe2Uq
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) November 27, 2022
The build-up to the rumored match is already underway, with KO scoring a massive win over Jey Uso on this week's WWE RAW. While there's little to no chance Roman Reigns would drop his gold anytime before the much-anticipated WrestleMania 39, it's safe to say Owens could take him to the limits.