Roman Reigns Talks The Rock and Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE, and Oba Femi’s NXT Absence
In a recent wave of WWE news, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on The Rock and Cody Rhodes following WrestleMania 40, boxing star Tommy Fury hinted at a potential wrestling career with WWE, and reports emerged regarding Oba Femi’s unexplained absence from NXT programming.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Opponents and Future Plans
Roman Reigns appeared on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, offering insights about his WrestleMania 40 main event experience and future prospects related to The Rock.
Reigns addressed the speculation about whether he was disappointed to face Cody Rhodes instead of his cousin The Rock for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40. Reigns downplayed the importance of his opponent, focusing instead on the significance of being the event’s headliner. He 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. It was the same task in hand for me."
Initially, after Rhodes won the 2024 Royal Rumble, he declined to challenge Reigns at WrestleMania, which opened the door for The Rock’s anticipated return. However, strong fan reactions led to Rhodes reversing his stance and The Rock turning heel, becoming “The Final Boss” and aligning with Reigns. This culminated in The Rock and Reigns teaming up to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, with Rhodes capturing the WWE title from Reigns on Night 2. When asked if a future Reigns vs. Rock match is possible, Reigns emphasized the power of the fanbase’s voice: "If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen." The Rock quietly returned during WWE’s recent Bad Blood event but has yet to clarify his long-term intentions. With The Bloodline storyline evolving and a high-stakes WarGames match at Survivor Series, many speculate a Rock comeback might build towards a showdown with Roman Reigns.
Tommy Fury Considers WWE Opportunity
British professional boxer Tommy Fury, known for his undefeated 10-0 record and for handing Jake Paul his only loss, has hinted at exploring a WWE career. In a YouTube video recorded backstage at a recent WWE event in the UK, Fury expressed excitement about possibly stepping into the ring one day.
Fury thanked WWE superstars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther for their hospitality and stated, “I look forward to possibly climbing through these ropes one day. Who knows?”
Tommy’s elder brother, Tyson Fury, has prior WWE experience, having competed once at Crown Jewel 2019 and making notable appearances such as the 2022 Clash at the Castle event. With Tommy’s connections to the Paul family, a potential wrestling feud involving the Fury family and WWE’s Logan Paul could attract mainstream attention.
Oba Femi Absent from NXT Following Title Loss
Oba Femi, a rising star in WWE’s NXT brand and former North American Champion, has reportedly not been seen at NXT tapings or on television since his match at Halloween Havoc on October 27, 2024. Fightful Select reports that Femi’s absence follows consecutive losses to Tony D’Angelo — including relinquishing his long-held North American Championship after a record 272-day reign. The reasons for Femi’s off-screen time remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether it is due to injury, a planned break, or preparation for a main roster promotion.
Femi initially made a splash in NXT by winning the Breakout Tournament and defeating Dragon Lee for the North American title. Fans and analysts speculate that, upon return, Femi could be positioned to challenge for the NXT Championship, potentially dethroning current champion Trick Williams.
As WWE storylines and rosters evolve, fans continue to watch developments with great anticipation. Whether it involves the legacy clash between Reigns and The Rock, boxing star Tommy Fury’s possible transition into pro wrestling, or Oba Femi’s next move, the WWE Universe is sure to be buzzing with excitement in the coming months.
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Photo caption: The Rock and Roman Reigns share a moment after their victory against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40, April 6, 2024, Philadelphia. (WWE/Getty Images)