Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns: A statistical comparison

They had a titanic clash at WrestleMania 31, made even more memorable because of Seth Rollins cashing in his 'Money in the Bank' contract. And according to various sources, Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar are set to collide yet again, this time in the main event of WrestleMania 34 from New Orleans.

In many ways, both men mirror one another's journey. Both were protected since their main roster debuts, and thrust into a role they were not necessarily ready for. Both transitioned from other sports into sports entertainment; neither is exceptionally gifted on the microphone. But, both are household names, known even to those who may not necessarily be fans of WWE or professional wrestling.

Whatever your opinion on the booking may be, one must admit that this is a main event of gigantic proportions. Let's examine Champion and Challenger (provided Brock Lesnar holds the Universal Championship until that day), and provide you with a statistical comparison of the two powerhouses, before they clash once again.

Here are arguably the two most protected individuals in modern day WWE, side by side! Let's examine what happens when an irresistible force meets an immovable object.

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#5 Number of championships held

Who's won more gold in the WWE?

As it stands right now, Brock Lesnar has won the WWE Championship a total of four times and is now in his first reign as the reigning, defending and undisputed Universal Champion. What is surprising about Lesnar is that he's never won a mid-card championship.

He's always been booked at the top of the card, either competing for the title or in a high-profile program. Because of the way he's been booked, it's impossible to imagine Lesnar with the US or Intercontinental Championship.

On the other hand, Roman Reigns has done it all. Apart from being a three-time World Heavyweight Champion, he's also held the United States Championship in the past. He's also held the Tag Team Championship with his old Shield mate, Seth Rollins. Miz better watch out because the only thing Reigns hasn't done is hold the Intercontinental Championship.

Both men have won one Royal Rumble match each, Brock Lesnar in 2003 and Roman Reigns in 2014. Reigns has never held the Universal Champion through his time on the red brand.

#4 Win/loss record

Which of the two superstars has a better win % right now?

Of course, both Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar win more matches than they lose. This has been the case since they made their debut, and it will be the case going forward because WWE sees a lot of equity in both men.

Let's look at some numbers then. Brock Lesnar has a win percentage of 70.32%, having won 128 of his 182 matches, according to Pro Fight DB. Five of his matches have gone to draws. This is a very impressive number when you consider the longevity of the man.

While he may not have wrestled as many matches and some of the other superstars on the roster, he's always been portrayed as a Beast, across the fifteen years that he's been with the company. Not all big men have been this protected this long. Just ask Big Show!

Here is yet another statistic that should astound you. Despite the fact that it's difficult to remember Roman Reigns taking too many pins, he has a lower win percentage than "The Beast Incarnate".

Reigns has only won 67.24% of his matches on the main roster. Of course, his record in NXT is significantly better, where he won 14 of his 15 matches!

#3 Physical attributes

Which of the two men is more physically dominating, at least on paper?

Let's face it, most of us wouldn't want either Roman Reigns or Brock Lesnar on the opposite side if a bar fight breaks out. Most normal people don't look like they do, and they are both incredible physical specimens.

Brock Lesnar is billed in at 6'3" at 286 lb. According to Celebrity Inside, his chest size is 54 inches and his biceps are a staggering 20 inches. He's the prototypical WWE big guy, and is a freak athlete. For a man as big as he is, he moves very swiftly indeed.

You'll be shocked to hear how evenly matched Roman Reigns is, when compared, on paper. Standing in at 6'3" yet again, he weighs just a little under than Lesnar, at 265 lb. While he may be the smaller guy in this particular equation, he is by no means a small guy, with a 50-inch chest and 18-inch biceps.

Little wonder then, why Vince McMahon has always been high on both these men!

#2 Achievements outside WWE

Lesnar wipes the floor with Reigns, in this particular department!

Brock Lesnar gets far more leeway than Roman Reigns does, and this is because of everything he has achieved outside WWE. He is a certified multi-sport athlete, having been a NCAA Division I Champion, UFC Heavyweight Champion and also a defensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings. Of the three, football is the only sport where he did not really excel.

Oh did we forget his run with NJPW, where he became the IWGP Champion in his first match?

Roman Reigns, on the other hand, had a great run during his college football days, being named to the first team All-Atlantic Coast Conference, but not faring as well in the CFL and even less so, in the NFL. Brock Lesnar easily wins this round.

#1 Experience

Who has more experience? You decide for yourself!

It is difficult to say who has more experience of the two. While Brock Lesnar entered WWE developmental in 2000, and made his main roster debut in 2002, he has taken many leaves of absence from WWE, to pursue his other interests.

Therefore, despite the fact that he's only been with the company for so many years, Lesnar has wrestled less than 200 matches for the company, (and just over 200, if you count his developmental and NJPW run), according to Pro Fight DB.

Reigns, on the other hand, made his developmental debut in 2010 and became a part of the main roster, with The Shield, in 2012. He has already wrestled 879 matches in WWE, well over four times as many as Brock Lesnar.

To pick which man is more experienced depends on your perspective. Does a man who's wrestled for over fifteen years, but primarily as a special attraction, count as a bigger star than one who's wrestled for just over five, but has been in the trenches, every week?

So, there you have it. Here's your preview of the supposed Wrestlemania 34 main event. One where, by all accounts, "The Big Dog will claim the Universal Championship for the very first time.

Let us know your thoughts, in the comments.