Roman Reigns Opens Up About The Rock, Cody Rhodes, and WrestleMania 40; Tommy Fury Considers WWE Career; NXT Star Oba Femi Reportedly Absent
The WWE Universe has been buzzing with recent developments as top WWE superstar Roman Reigns shares insights about his WrestleMania 40 main event experiences, boxer-turned-celebrity Tommy Fury expresses interest in professional wrestling, and NXT talent Oba Femi’s whereabouts spark speculation.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Opponents and Potential Rock Match
During a recent interview on the Sports Illustrated podcast hosted by Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns discussed his mindset heading into WrestleMania 40 and the shifting plans regarding his opponent. Initially poised to face The Rock, the WWE icon and Reigns’ cousin, Reigns ultimately ended up battling Cody Rhodes amid a back-and-forth booking scenario.
Reigns downplayed any disappointment. “It didn’t matter who it was,” said Reigns. “I was the main event. I’m the guy everyone wanted to dance with. They are trying to stop history from happening… so it was the same task in hand for me.”
He also touched on the post-Royal Rumble changes when Rhodes originally declined to challenge him, making it appear The Rock would step into the title match. However, fan backlash led to a reversal, seeing The Rock turn heel as "The Final Boss" and ally with Reigns. Ultimately, The Rock and Reigns teamed up to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, before Rhodes won the WWE Championship from Reigns on Night 2. When asked about the long-anticipated Rock vs. Reigns match, Reigns said the possibility remains open if fans demand it. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.” The Rock had made a surprise return last month at WWE Bad Blood but has not made further appearances since.
Tommy Fury Visits WWE Backstage, Hints at Wrestling Ambitions
British professional boxer Tommy Fury, younger brother of former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, recently provided fans with a glimpse into his WWE backstage experience during the company’s UK tour. Posting a video to YouTube, Fury praised wrestlers including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther, thanking WWE for their hospitality.
“I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day,” Fury remarked, hinting at a potential future in professional wrestling.
Tommy Fury, who remains undefeated in professional boxing with a notable victory over Jake Paul, has close ties to the Paul family—making a crossover feud with WWE Superstar Logan Paul a tantalizing prospect. Such a storyline or tag match pairing the Fury brothers against the Paul brothers would likely attract mainstream attention.
Oba Femi’s NXT Absence Fuels Rumors
Meanwhile, NXT star Oba Femi has reportedly not been spotted at WWE NXT tapings for several weeks since his defeat to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. According to Fightful Select, there has been no backstage word on Femi’s status.
Femi had enjoyed a remarkable NXT run after debuting in April 2023, capturing the NXT Breakout Tournament and the North American Championship by defeating Dragon Lee. His reign lasted a record 272 days before he lost the title to D’Angelo. A subsequent rematch also went against Femi, after which he vanished from NXT television.
While the reasons behind his absence are unconfirmed—it could be for rest, injury, or creative recalibration—fans speculate he could be preparing for a main roster call-up or a significant new storyline. If he returns to NXT, Femi is considered a strong contender for the NXT Championship in future booking.
As WWE continues evolving storylines and talent direction, watchers eagerly await updates on all three fronts: Reigns’ next moves, Tommy Fury’s wrestling prospects, and Oba Femi’s NXT return.
Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth coverage on WWE and the broader pro wrestling scene.