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Championship Lineage

World Heavyweight Championship

Current: Roman Reigns Won April 19, 2026 As of July 26, 2026

Roman Reigns is the current World Heavyweight Champion, having won the belt at WrestleMania 42 on April 19, 2026. WWE relaunched this title in 2023 with the Big Gold Belt design and Seth Rollins as inaugural champion. It is a separate lineage from the 2002 to 2013 World Heavyweight Championship that descended from WCW.

Notable Reigns

Seth RollinsNight of Champions, May 27, 2023Inaugural champion of the relaunched title
GuntherWon August 2024A reign past 300 days, following his record Intercontinental run
Roman Reigns (current)WrestleMania 42, Apr 19, 2026Adds the World title to a resume already full of world championships

The full 2023 to 2026 reign chain, including runs by Damian Priest and Drew McIntyre, is still being confirmed before the complete ladder is published here.

FAQ

Who is the current World Heavyweight Champion?

Roman Reigns holds the title as of July 26, 2026. He won it at WrestleMania 42 on April 19, 2026.

Who was the inaugural World Heavyweight Champion?

Seth Rollins, who won it at Night of Champions on May 27, 2023.

Is this the same as the 2002 World Heavyweight Championship?

No. This is the title WWE relaunched in 2023 with the Big Gold Belt design. It is a separate lineage from the 2002 to 2013 title that descended from WCW.

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