Roman Reigns Takes A Shot At CM Punk, Speaks On Strowman's Push, Best Talkers In WWE

Roman Reigns talks CM Punk & Brock Lesnar’s MMA careers

When asked if he would watch CM Punk’s next UFC fight, Roman Reigns told Alex McCarthy of the Give Me Sport podcast this week that he will watch, but only “if it lasts more than 30 seconds” this time.

Reigns was more supportive of Universal Champion Brock Lesnar’s possible return to UFC. Reigns said he thinks Lesnar should make the move now if he does in fact want to step back in the octagon. “Now is the time to pull the trigger, he’s not getting any younger,” Reigns said. “I fully support whatever [Lesnar] wants to do.”

The Big Dog on The Monster Among Men

The former World Heavyweight Champion praised relative WWE newcomer Braun Strowman for his progress in the company. Reigns says he’s proud of Strowman, and called their feud one of his favorites of his career so far.

Reigns added added “No matter what anyone says, I made a monster.”

Reigns on his favorite performers on the WWE roster

Roman had high praises for John Cena and The Usos, who he says are “heads and shoulders above everybody else on the mic.”

When asked about Daniel Bryan’s recent return to action, Reigns called him “one of the best to ever step in the ring.” He added “You want me to turn heel? Put me in with Daniel Bryan.”

Roman on his fellow members of The Shield

Reigns says there’s no timeline for Dean Ambrose’s return to the ring just yet. Reigns says they need him back, and adds that Ambrose is “rehabbing like a man man.” Reigns mentions that Ambrose has moved to Birmingham, AL full-time for injury rehab.

He praised Seth Rollins for developing into a real locker room leader in WWE. Reigns thinks Rollins has continually grown as a performer in every area.

The full interview with Reigns will be on the Give Me Sport podcast later this week.