Roman Reigns Discusses The Rock, Cody Rhodes, and Potential Future WWE Matches; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Run; Oba Femi’s NXT Status Uncertain
Bleacher Report brings the latest updates from the WWE universe, featuring insights from Roman Reigns, rumors surrounding Tommy Fury’s possible wrestling career, and speculation about former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi’s current absence from the show.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock, and Cody Rhodes
In a recent appearance on the SI Media podcast, Roman Reigns opened up about his WrestleMania 40 main event experience, where he faced Cody Rhodes instead of The Rock as originally speculated. Addressing whether he was disappointed not to face The Rock, Reigns emphasized that it didn’t matter to him who was in the ring as long as he was the main event, stating:
“It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… It was the same task at hand for me.”
The switch in WWE’s plans, sparked by fan reaction and storyline developments, saw The Rock turn heel and align with Reigns as "The Final Boss," leading to their tag team victory over Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40. Cody Rhodes then defeated Reigns the following night to win the WWE Championship.
Looking ahead, Reigns hinted at a potential future match against The Rock if the fans demand it and The Rock is willing. He told Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina:
“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 return at WWE’s Bad Blood event last month but has yet to clarify his intentions or reappear. With the ongoing Bloodline story progressing into a WarGames match at Survivor Series, there’s speculation The Rock could return to build toward a dream showdown with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in Joining WWE
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, recently hinted at exploring pro wrestling with WWE after attending a live WWE event in the UK. Posting a YouTube video backstage alongside WWE stars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther, Tommy said:
“I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night.”
Tyson Fury previously had a brief stint in WWE, highlighting a match at Crown Jewel 2019 and making a high-profile appearance interfering in a WWE match at Clash at the Castle 2022. Given Tommy’s undefeated boxing record and connections to the Paul family—who have strong WWE ties, especially Logan Paul—he could be positioned as a future opponent or ally in storylines involving the Paul brothers.
WWE could capitalize on a potential tag or singles matchup pitting the Fury brothers against the Paul brothers, which would attract mainstream sports and entertainment attention.
Oba Femi’s Recent NXT Absence Sparks Speculation
Former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has reportedly been absent from NXT tapings since his loss at Halloween Havoc on October 27, where he dropped the title to Tony D’Angelo. According to Fightful Select, Femi has not been seen backstage or featured on recent episodes, though no official explanation has been given.
After debuting on NXT in April 2023, Femi quickly rose to prominence—winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and holding the North American Championship for a record 272 days before losing it last month. His recent back-to-back losses and absence have led to speculation about his future. Possibilities include a main roster call-up, an injury-related hiatus, or WWE’s creative team giving him a break to reset his character away from television.
Fans expect Femi’s strong presence and athleticism could make him a top contender for the NXT Championship upon his return, potentially challenging reigning champion Trick Williams.
In Summary
- Roman Reigns remains open to Dream Matches, including a future bout against The Rock, emphasizing fan demand’s role.
- Tommy Fury shows interest in WWE after meeting key performers during a UK tour, hinting at a possible wrestling career.
- Oba Femi’s absence from NXT fuels rumors of injury, creative breaks, or a main roster promotion after his recent losses.
Stay tuned for more updates on these stories and other WWE developments as the wrestling world continues to evolve.
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