Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock, and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Shares Potential WWE Ambitions; Oba Femi’s NXT Absence Sparks Rumors
In recent developments from the WWE Universe, Roman Reigns opened up about his WrestleMania 40 experiences involving The Rock and Cody Rhodes, boxer Tommy Fury hinted at a possible wrestling future with WWE, and rumors swirl around the absence of NXT’s Oba Femi. Here’s a detailed look into these noteworthy updates:
Roman Reigns’ Take on The Rock and Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40
Roman Reigns sat down for an interview on the SI Media podcast, where he discussed the evolving match scenarios for WrestleMania 40 and his thoughts on facing either The Rock or Cody Rhodes. The WWE champion revealed that, regardless of opponent, his primary focus was on being the main event and defending his title.
Reigns stated, "It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with. They are trying to stop history from happening, they are trying to take us off the pinnacle—so it was the same task for me." This comment came in response to fans wondering if Reigns was disappointed to face Rhodes instead of The Rock.
Leading into WrestleMania 40, after Rhodes won the Royal Rumble, he initially claimed he would not challenge Reigns, suggesting The Rock might take that spot. However, negative fan reactions led to a reversal, with The Rock turning heel and joining Reigns as part of The Bloodline’s complex storyline.
The Rock and Reigns teamed together on Night 1 to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, while Night 2 saw Rhodes capture the WWE Championship from Reigns. Despite no one-on-one match between Reigns and The Rock taking place at the event, Reigns acknowledged the possibility for such a high-profile match in the future: “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.”
The Rock recently made a surprise return at the WWE Bad Blood event but has yet to clarify his long-term plans. With upcoming high-stakes matches such as The Bloodline WarGames at Survivor Series, many anticipate The Rock could emerge to continue the familial saga and possibly set up a blockbuster match against his cousin Reigns.
Tommy Fury Teases WWE Interest Following UK Tour Experience
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and younger brother of former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, sparked interest in WWE after attending a recent WWE event in the United Kingdom. In a YouTube video, Fury, 25, shared his enthusiasm about the wrestling atmosphere and his interactions with WWE Superstars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
He commented, “I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night.” Given Tommy’s undefeated 10-0 boxing record and his notable victory over Jake Paul, along with his famous family ties, WWE fans speculate he could be a natural fit for the company, perhaps even involved in storylines with the Paul brothers, especially Logan Paul who is an active WWE Superstar.
This potential crossover could bring a fresh dynamic to WWE programming, connecting boxing fans with professional wrestling audiences and continuing the legacy of Tyson Fury’s prior involvement in WWE.
Oba Femi’s Recent Absence from NXT Sparks Speculation
Oba Femi, the former NXT North American Champion, has not appeared on NXT programming since October 27’s Halloween Havoc event, where he lost his title to Tony D’Angelo and subsequently lost a rematch. This prompted speculation about the reason behind his absence.
According to Fightful Select, there has been no backstage word or appearance of Femi at recent NXT tapings. Whether this break is due to injury, a creative reset following his losses, or preparation for a main roster call-up remains unclear. Femi had a strong run since debuting on television in April 2023—winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and holding the North American title for a record 272 days before his recent setbacks.
Industry watchers consider Femi a strong contender for future NXT Championship angles and a logical challenger to current titleholder Trick Williams once he returns.
Wrap-Up
As WWE continues to evolve storylines and scout for new talent, Roman Reigns’ candid thoughts on WrestleMania 40, Tommy Fury’s flirtation with wrestling, and Oba Femi’s hiatus from NXT represent just a few of the exciting narratives shaping the wrestling world today. Fans can expect further developments in the coming weeks, especially with major events like Survivor Series and the ongoing saga of The Bloodline.
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Photo Caption: Roman Reigns and The Rock share a moment after their victory against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia on April 6, 2024 (WWE/Getty Images).