Roman Reigns Reflects on The Rock, Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE; Oba Femi Absent from NXT
The WWE Universe has been buzzing with several intriguing developments involving some of its biggest names and emerging talents. Bleacher Report recently provided an in-depth update on Roman Reigns’ thoughts about WrestleMania 40, boxer Tommy Fury’s potential wrestling ambitions, and rumors surrounding former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi.
Roman Reigns on The Rock and Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40
During a recent interview on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns shared his perspective on the main event scenario at WrestleMania 40, where fans saw a highly anticipated match between Reigns and Cody Rhodes on Night 2, preceded by The Rock teaming with Reigns to face Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1. Reigns revealed that he was indifferent about facing Rhodes instead of The Rock, emphasizing that being in the main event was what mattered most to him. “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with," Reigns explained. He described the challenge as defending his championship against opponents determined to "stop history from happening" by knocking him off the top spot.
The back-and-forth booking that saw Rhodes initially winning the 2024 Royal Rumble but declining to challenge Reigns, then reversing that decision after fan backlash, led to The Rock’s return and eventual heel turn — rebranding as The Final Boss and aligning with Reigns. The Rock and Reigns triumphed at Night 1, but Rhodes ultimately defeated Reigns for the WWE Championship on Night 2. When asked about the possibility of a future Reigns vs. The Rock match, Reigns stressed the importance of fan interest in making it happen. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.” The Rock made a surprise appearance at WWE’s Bad Blood event last month but has yet to reveal his long-term plans. With Survivor Series featuring a WarGames match pitting the Bloodline’s old and new factions against each other, speculation remains about The Rock’s potential involvement and a future showdown with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Teases WWE Aspirations
Boxer Tommy Fury, younger brother of heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury who previously dabbled in WWE, hinted at a possible future in professional wrestling. After attending WWE’s recent UK tour, Fury posted a YouTube video recounting his experience backstage and interactions with stars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
He said, “I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows?” Fury, 25, boasts an undefeated pro boxing record and is noted for being the only fighter to defeat Jake Paul. Given his ties to the Paul family, a wrestling angle involving Tommy Fury and Logan Paul — a current WWE Superstar and former U.S. Champion — could attract mainstream attention. WWE appears to be keeping options open regarding Fury’s potential involvement.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Raises Questions
NXT watchers have noticed the absence of Oba Femi, the former North American Champion, for about a month since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. Fightful Select reports that Femi has not been seen at recent NXT tapings, and no public explanation has been offered.
Femi had an impressive run since his televised debut in April 2023, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and holding the North American Championship for a record 272 days before dropping the title to D’Angelo. The recent back-to-back losses and absence could indicate a number of possibilities, including time off to regroup, potential injury, or preparation for a main roster call-up.
When Femi returns, he is widely considered a contender to challenge for the NXT Championship, continuing his trajectory as one of WWE’s promising young talents.
These storylines highlight the evolving landscape within WWE, from established stars contemplating historic matches to fresh faces navigating momentum shifts in NXT. Fans will be watching closely to see how these narratives unfold in the coming weeks and months.