Roman Reigns Receives Custom Wrestling Air Jordans For WrestleMania 42

BY Ben Atkinson
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Feb 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Roman Reigns during the Men’s Royal Rumble match during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
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Roman Reigns has shared a closer look at the custom Air Jordan wrestling boots Jordan Brand made exclusively for WrestleMania 42.

Roman Reigns has shared a closer look at the custom Air Jordan boots he wore to the ring for WrestleMania 42. Reigns wore the boots during his main event match against CM Punk on Night Two in Las Vegas. Jordan Brand worked on his boots for the occasion.

Unlike his WrestleMania 40 care package, which featured custom Air Reigns apparel and Air Jordan 11 Bred-inspired wrestling boots, Jordan Brand focused exclusively on the boots this time around. The result is a pair of custom wrestling boots that blend Jordan Brand DNA with Reigns' Tribal Chief identity.

The boots feature a predominantly black build with striking gold and iridescent detailing throughout the panels. The pattern draws from Polynesian-inspiration, tying directly into his cultural identity and character. A red Jumpman logo appears on the outsole, confirming Jordan Brand's involvement throughout.

Reigns competed in the custom boots during the main event, while saving the Air Jordan 12 "Bloodline" for appearances on WWE following WrestleMania. Furthermore, Reggie Saunders, VP of entertainment marketing at Jordan Brand, delivered both the boots and the early pair of Bloodline 12s to Reigns before the show.

The custom boots are not available for public purchase. However, they serve as another reminder of how seriously Jordan Brand takes its ongoing relationship with Reigns. The partnership continues to make some of the most important sneaker moments in sports entertainment.

Roman Reigns Custom Air Jordans

Custom Jordan Brand wrestling boots are rare by design. Jordan Brand has produced them for Reigns on select occasions, treating each pair as a bespoke piece tied to a specific moment rather than a retail product.

The WrestleMania 42 pair leans into a blacked-out base with iridescent gold detailing across the panels, referencing Samoan cultural patterns throughout. The contrast between the dark base and the reflective gold creates a dramatic visual effect under arena lighting.

A red Jumpman on the outsole provides the only overt Jordan Brand branding visible from the outside. The overall execution feels premium and intentional, sitting closer to a fashion collaboration than a standard wrestling boot.

About The Author
Ben Atkinson is a sneaker content writer at HotNewHipHop, where he has been covering the latest sneaker releases and industry news since 2023. With a deep understanding of the sneaker market, Ben regularly reports on exclusive sneaker drops, collaborations, and trends shaping the footwear world. From covering the return of top Nike releases to writing about Travis Scott's famous Air Jordan collaboration, Ben delivers in-depth content for the sneakerhead community. He also brings valuable insights from his former sneaker reselling business, Midwest Soles, which sharpens his expertise on the market.

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