Roman Reigns Reveals Ongoing Cancer Battle

Roman Reigns has revealed he is still actively battling chronic myeloid leukemia, an incurable blood cancer, while preparing for a major World Heavyweight Championship defense. The Tribal Chief will face LA Knight at WWE's Money in the Bank event on October 10, a match set after Knight attacked Reigns following a successful title defense in Mexico City on September 14.

Roman Reigns Provides Candid Health Update

In a recent podcast appearance, Reigns shared a sobering update on his long-term health. He confirmed he is "still to this day, down to the wire, fighting CML" and must be extremely careful with any invasive treatments or supplements. Reigns explained his goal is molecular remission, where the cancer is nearly zeroed out, but minute traces remain. He also discussed his struggles with body dysmorphia, a mental health condition where he worries about physical flaws, but stated he believes he is in his physical prime at 41 years old.

The Road to Money in the Bank: Reigns vs. Knight

The championship clash was made official after Reigns' last televised match, a successful title defense against Penta in Mexico City. LA Knight's post-match assault with his BFT finisher set the stage for a high-stakes showdown. Speculation is rampant about the finish, with possibilities ranging from a clean Knight victory to a Reigns retention, potentially influenced by the ongoing storyline involving the mysterious group 946 and its attacks on The Bloodline. A former world champion has publicly stated they want Knight to win the title.

Reigns Details Rigorous Training for Hollywood Role

Outside the ring, Reigns is preparing for his role as Akuma in the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie. He told Men's Health that his existing physique helped, but the role demanded extensive new disciplines. "There's so much isometric work," Reigns said, describing the need for body control akin to a ballerina. He noted the martial arts footwork was extensive but found parallels to his professional wrestling training that helped the transition.

The Discipline Behind the Champion's Physique

Reigns attributes his condition to relentless discipline in diet and workout plans, calling the process a "marathon." He admitted the challenge of staying on track, joking about moments where he'd prefer to order bad food and have a beer. His regimen is a careful balance, especially given his medical history. Reigns said he tells himself to keep working even if a goal isn't met, extending the timeline and continuing to push.

• Key Title Defense: Roman Reigns defends the World Heavyweight Championship against LA Knight at Money in the Bank on October 10.
• Health Battle: Reigns continues treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), aiming for molecular remission.
• Hollywood Prep: He underwent specialized martial arts training for his role as Akuma in the Street Fighter movie.
• Physical Prime: At 41, Reigns believes he is in the best shape of his career, maintained through strict diet and workout discipline.