Why TKO Doesn’t Have To Renegotiate Roman Reigns’ WWE Contract

Roman Reigns continues to be a central figure in WWE despite working a reduced schedule.

With his current contract reportedly expiring after WrestleMania 42 in 2026, many have speculated that WWE’s parent company, TKO Group Holdings, might look to renegotiate his lucrative deal. However, those rumors have been widely dismissed by both insiders and wrestling veterans.

The OTC is currently the highest-paid WWE performer, with an annual base salary reportedly around $5 million. This doesn’t include bonuses, merchandise sales, endorsements, or royalties, which likely push his income significantly higher.

While some questioned whether such a contract was sustainable for a part-time performer, especially with Roman Reigns appearing less frequently in recent months, WWE’s business model appears to justify the cost. A key factor is WWE’s fixed long-term streaming deal with Netflix.

Veteran Dismisses Rumors Of Roman Reigns’ Contract Renegotiation

Veteran wrestler Disco Inferno addressed this during an episode of the Keepin’ It 100 Official podcast. He explained why rumors about reducing Reigns’ salary don’t hold up under scrutiny.

“The Netflix deal is fixed income. They get paid the same check from Netflix every week for a five-year period or however long it is. Might be 10 years. But they’re getting paid the same. So why would Roman’s contract be a concern? If you’re factoring in Roman’s contract, you’re factoring in that money that you’re getting, not less. They’re not receiving anything less. That to me sounds ridiculous. I would doubt this story. I would definitely doubt this,” he said. [5:35 – 6:10]

In essence, WWE has the financial stability and long-term revenue streams to support Roman Reigns’ massive deal without needing to restructure it. His star power alone justifies the investment.

Every time The Tribal Chief appears on television, ratings spike and ticket sales increase. His limited appearances are treated as special attractions, making them even more valuable.

For now, WWE has no urgent reason to renegotiate his deal. Reigns remains a top draw and the face of the company as it marches toward SummerSlam and beyond.

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