Full Match – Roman Reigns vs. Titan Atlas | Iron Man Match 2024 | WWE Dec 12, 2024
On December 12, 2024, WWE fans witnessed one of the most highly anticipated matches in recent memory: an Iron Man match between two of the most dominant forces in the industry, Roman Reigns and Titan Atlas. The atmosphere was electric, as the two heavyweights squared off in a contest of endurance, power, and strategy, with 60 minutes on the clock.
The feud between Reigns and Atlas had been simmering for months, with both men exchanging brutal words and vicious attacks. Roman Reigns, the “Tribal Chief,” had been on an unrelenting path of destruction, having held the WWE Universal Championship for over three years. Titan Atlas, on the other hand, was an emerging powerhouse, known for his sheer size, strength, and raw intensity. The animosity reached its boiling point when Atlas challenged Reigns to an Iron Man match, promising to dethrone the “Head of the Table.”
As the bell rang, the intensity was palpable. Reigns immediately took the offensive, utilizing his signature ruthless aggression to punish Atlas with devastating strikes. However, Titan Atlas wasn’t intimidated. He countered Reigns’ early offense with his unmatched strength, tossing the champion around the ring like a ragdoll. The opening minutes were a back-and-forth affair, with both competitors scoring near falls, each one trying to establish dominance.
The match quickly escalated into an all-out war. Reigns, ever the strategist, began to target Atlas’ legs, hoping to neutralize the powerhouse’s base. With calculated attacks, he delivered a brutal Superman Punch followed by a Spear, but Atlas kicked out just in time. The clock was ticking, and neither man had managed to secure a fall yet.
As the minutes passed, both competitors grew increasingly fatigued. The toll of the match began to show, with bruises and cuts marking their bodies. Just past the 30-minute mark, Roman Reigns finally gained the first fall after hitting Atlas with a Spear followed by a Guillotine Choke. Atlas, struggling to break free, was forced to tap out, putting Reigns up 1-0.
But Atlas wasn’t finished. He unleashed a series of brutal Titan Bombs and Big Boots, slowly wearing down Reigns. At the 40-minute mark, Atlas hit Reigns with a massive Titan Clash, pinning the champion for the three-count, evening the score at 1-1. The crowd was on its feet, knowing that the final 20 minutes would decide everything.
The Final Moments
As the match neared its final moments, both men had one fall apiece, but fatigue and injury had taken their toll. Roman Reigns looked to be in control after landing another Superman Punch and setting up for a final Spear, but Titan Atlas countered with a surprise Titan Slam. Atlas quickly went for the pin, but Reigns kicked out at the last possible second.
With just 3 minutes left on the clock, the match reached a fever pitch. Reigns and Atlas exchanged brutal strikes, with each man desperately fighting to secure a final fall. In the final minute, Reigns managed to hit a second Spear and followed it up with a Superman Punch to get the pinfall, leading 2-1.
In the last seconds of the match, Atlas gave everything he had left, hitting Reigns with another Titan Slam, but it was too little, too late. The clock expired with Reigns still leading 2-1, marking his victory in this epic Iron Man contest.
Roman Reigns’ victory cemented his legacy as one of the greatest WWE Universal Champions of all time. Despite his hard-fought battle, Titan Atlas showed that he could hang with the best in the business, earning the respect of fans and the locker room alike.
As the two warriors lay exhausted in the ring, the crowd gave them a standing ovation, recognizing the immense effort and passion that both men put into the match. Roman Reigns, now with his hand raised in victory, stood tall, but it was clear that this rivalry was far from over.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to cover the aftermath of this monumental showdown!
