Los Angeles, CA – December 2, 2025 – Bronson Reed, the hulking Australian powerhouse who’s been turning heads in WWE’s main event scene, isn’t shying away from his resume of upsets. On a recent appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show,” the 330-pound behemoth boasted about pinning two of wrestling’s all-time greats—Roman Reigns and Kazuchika Okada—during what he called their absolute peaks, cementing his status as a rare monster who’s toppled untouchable icons.
Reed, fresh off a career-defining 2025 that saw him join The Vision stable alongside Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins, dropped the mic-worthy reflection while discussing his Australian Street Fight victory over Reigns at Crown Jewel. The win, in front of his home crowd Down Under, wasn’t just personal redemption—it put him in elite company. “I got to return to Australia and go against Roman Reigns, who undoubtedly, the face of WWE for the last decade,” Reed said. “And not only did I face him in my home country, I beat him… It’s a cool achievement because I also beat Okada at his peak, he was unbeatable, untouchable that time in New Japan. And so I beat him in the G1 tournament as well. Like a big deal, and then the same with Roman Reigns, he’s at his peak right now.”
That G1 Climax upset over Okada? It happened back in 2022, during Reed’s brief stint in NJPW under the ring name Jonah, when he shocked the wrestling world by derailing “The Rainmaker” in the prestigious tournament. Okada, then at the height of his IWGP Heavyweight Championship reign and global dominance, was seen as invincible—until Reed’s senton splash proved otherwise. Fast-forward to this year, and Reed’s Tsunami off the top rope flattened Reigns, the “Head of the Table” who’s held WWE’s top prizes for over 1,300 days combined. Only one other wrestler, Finn Bálor, has pinned both men in singles competition, making Reed’s feat a feather in his cap that’s got fans buzzing.
From Aussie Indie to Global Destroyer: Reed’s Unlikely Path
Reed, born Jermaine Haley in Adelaide, South Australia, didn’t burst onto the scene overnight. After grinding on the independent circuit for over a decade—racking up titles in promotions like Wrestle Rampage and Professional Wrestling Alliance—he signed with WWE in 2019. His early NXT run was electric: He captured the North American Championship from Johnny Gargano in a brutal cage match, blending raw power with surprising agility that earned him “Most Improved Player” nods from fans.
A surprise release in 2022 could’ve derailed him, but it lit a fire. Reed reinvented himself as Jonah in NJPW, debuting by attacking FinJuice at Battle in the Valley and storming through the G1 Climax. That Okada win wasn’t a fluke—it showcased NJPW’s respect for his talent, as he held his own against Japan’s elite. “Beating Okada, who is arguably the best wrestler in the world, in NJPW, showed just how much the company and Okada himself respected his talent,” one analyst noted.
He returned to WWE later that year, debuting on Raw by aiding The Miz in a ladder match against Dexter Lumis. By 2024, he’d won the André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal, and 2025 exploded: Aligning with Paul Heyman’s new faction, Reed’s been pinning midcarders and main eventers alike. Recent victories include Jimmy Uso, LA Knight, and tag triumphs with Breakker over the Usos and Reigns. His signature Tsunami—a top-rope splash that crushes opponents like a tidal wave—has become must-see devastation, with fans on Reddit hyping his pin list: “One of the few men who won against Roman, Seth, Orton and Okada.”
Fan Frenzy and Industry Echoes
Reed’s brag hit like a Tsunami on social media, sparking debates across X and Reddit. One user gushed, “Reed tsunaming Roman is fucking peak. I love how they are pushing Bronson Reed,” while another reflected on his NJPW glory: “He was so good in NJPW. If only they could keep their non-native stars.” Critics, though, question his mic skills and ceiling: “He’s above average at best in the ring… not a main event guy,” one Redditor vented, though most agree his monster heel persona—complete with that intimidating singlet—draws legit heat, even booing crowds at PWG events.
Experts see Reed as a throwback giant in a sea of high-flyers. “Bronson Reed is the perfect throwback giant in WWE,” praising his NJPW respect and WWE resurgence. Bálor, the other dual-pinner, once called such wins “life-changing,” and Reed’s trajectory—from NXT jobber to faction enforcer—mirrors that grit. With The Vision feuding Bloodline remnants and Rollins, Reed’s poised for a world title shot, especially after WarGames showings where fans spotted his main-event potential.
For U.S. wrestling diehards, Reed embodies the crossover dream: An Aussie import thriving in WWE while honoring NJPW roots. His peaks boast—humble yet hype—fuels storylines blending international cred with American spectacle, proving monsters like him still rule the ring.
As Reed eyes bigger waves in 2026, one thing’s clear: Beating Reigns and Okada at their untouchable best? That’s not just bragging—it’s a legacy splash no one’s forgetting.
By Mark Smith
Mark Smith covers WWE, NJPW, and pro wrestling’s global stars for [Your News Site]. Reach him at mark.smith@newsite.com.
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