Roman Reigns has been off WWE television since Clash in Paris, but he hasnt exactly been sitting still. The Tribal Chief has officially given fans their first look at his role in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, and its already turning heads.
Reigns posted a teaser video showing himself walking onto a stage before suddenly transforming into Akuma, the legendary fighter fueled by the Satsui no Hado.
In the video, you can see Roman Reigns standing in front of an arcade machine where Akuma and Ryu are ready to fight. The video then ends with Roman Reigns giving a smile and showing off red eyes, which makes it clear hell transform into Akuma.
The film, produced by Paramount Pictures and Legendary, is scheduled to hit theaters on October 16, 2026. The star-studded cast includes Roman Reigns as Akuma, Cody Rhodes as Guile, and several other big names taking on iconic Street Fighter characters.
Fans online are already saying Reigns is the perfect fit for Akuma, and the teaser only fueled the hype for this crossover between the world of pro wrestling and gaming. With the official release date locked in, wrestling fans and gamers alike now have their calendars marked for October 16, 2026.
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