Triple H confirms Roman Reigns pulling out of WrestleMania 36 due to coronavirus?

Just over a week out from WrestleMania 36, news broke that one of WWE's biggest superstars - Roman Reigns - had pulled out from show due to health concerns amid coronavirus outbreak. Big Dog was scheduled to face Universal Champion Goldberg in a high-profile clash at pay-per-view. While WWE is yet to confirm Reigns decision to miss WrestleMania 36, WWE executive Triple H addressed situation during a recent interview.

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Roman Reigns pulls out of WrestleMania 36: Triple H provides update

Speaking to ESPN, Triple H revealed that WWE superstars were all working during coronavirus outbreak in a voluntary capacity. He furr ackwledged that y did t have to compete if y didn't feel comfortable doing so, and said Roman Reigns' situation is understandable.

"So right at get-go, if y don't want to be a part of this, if y feel re's a risk - for whatever reason, be it mselves or somebody around m - y don't have to be here and thing is held against m for that," Triple H was quoted as saying by ESPN. "Same with our crew and everybody else. But we don't want to take chances on that, and with Roman having a pre-existing condition that would make him more susceptible to something, it's understandable," he added.

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Roman Reigns pulls out of WrestleMania 36: Triple H interview

United States has been one of worst-affected nations with coronavirus, according to reports. confirmed number of cases in country has already crossed 150,000 with a death toll rth of 3,000. country-wide lockdown meant WWE was forced to cancel all ir shows and air ir weekly episodes from Performance Center. WrestleMania 36 endured same fate as it was moved out of Raymond James Stadium in Tampa to empty arena at Performance Center. 

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Triple H admitted that few superstars like Roman Reigns have chosen to skip WrestleMania 36 due to various reasons. While 50-year-old kept names of superstars under wraps, he did address fact that wrestlers will be forced to perform in an empty arena, which is t an easy thing for a wrestler. However, according to Triple H, last few weeks of shooting RAW, SmackDown and NXT shows have been fun as wrestlers have found a way to enjoy working during lockdown. 

Triple H added, "I think y just feel a sense of purpose. y're all laughing, y're smiling, y're having a blast. se have been some of most fun days of television, of everybody just staying within rules and trying to do it, but happily going out re and trying to perform a service. And I don't think people should look at it as anything more than that. We're trying to put a smile on your face. If you enjoy it, hopefully, you do, and that's great."

Roman Reigns pulls out of WrestleMania 36: What next for Universal title match

It is expected that WWE will address Roman Reigns' plans in regards to WrestleMania 36 on final episode of SmacDown before big show. Several reports have almost confirmed that Braun Strowman will be superstar to replace Reigns for Universal Championship match against Goldberg. 

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