Roman Reigns Opens Up on The Rock, Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Future; NXT Update on Oba Femi
In recent developments from the WWE Universe, top superstar Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on his WrestleMania 40 main event opponents, The Rock and Cody Rhodes, while boxer Tommy Fury hinted at a possible future in WWE. Meanwhile, NXT star Oba Femi’s recent absence has sparked speculation about his status within the company.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 and the Rock vs. Rhodes Dilemma
During a candid conversation on the SI Media podcast with Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns gave fans an inside look at his mindset leading up to WrestleMania 40, where the main event scenario shifted between a showdown with his cousin, The Rock, and rising star Cody Rhodes.
When asked whether he was disappointed about facing Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns made it clear that the opponent was secondary to his role at the event: "It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with, you know. I am the hot chick, everyone wanted to take me out. It’s where, we just need to get there and defend this thing. It didn’t matter who it is. They are trying to stop history from happening."
The storyline saw Rhodes win the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble but initially decline to challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania, prompting The Rock’s surprise return. However, fan backlash led Rhodes to reverse course, and The Rock turned heel, rebranding as The Final Boss and teaming with Reigns to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40. The second night saw Rhodes capture the WWE title from Reigns.
Regarding the potential for a future match against The Rock, Reigns expressed openness contingent on fan demand: "If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen." With The Rock’s recent appearances and the upcoming WarGames match at Survivor Series involving both versions of The Bloodline, anticipation is high for possible further interactions.
Tommy Fury Teases WWE Aspirations After Backstage Visit
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and younger brother of former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has indicated a possible interest in making a venture into professional wrestling with WWE.
In a YouTube video posted Sunday, Fury was seen backstage during WWE’s recent UK tour, mingling with stars such as Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther. Fury said, "Thank you to the WWE for showing us such appreciation. And I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night."
Given his undefeated boxing record of 10-0 and notable victory over Jake Paul, Fury’s name brings added star power. His connection with the Paul family could inspire intriguing matchups, especially against Logan Paul, who is a WWE Superstar and former United States Champion. The potential for a federation-crossing Fury brothers vs. Paul brothers storyline represents an exciting mainstream appeal angle for WWE.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Raises Questions
Oba Femi, the standout former NXT North American Champion, has been noticeably missing from NXT tapings since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27, as reported by Fightful Select.
Femi had a strong run in NXT after debuting on television in April 2023, capturing the Breakout Tournament and then dethroning Dragon Lee to win the North American Championship, which he held for a record 272 days. However, back-to-back losses to D’Angelo—including the title loss—have coincided with his absence from broadcasts.
While the reason for his time away is unclear—it may be recovery-related, a planned creative break, or preparation for a call-up to the WWE main roster—NXT officials appear to be managing his return carefully. Upon his comeback, Femi is viewed as a prime contender to challenge for the NXT Championship, given his impressive resume and in-ring prowess.
As the WWE landscape evolves with new storylines and emerging talents, fans eagerly watch for the next moves of these key figures. Roman Reigns remains a central pillar of the company, Tommy Fury’s curiosity hints at fresh crossover appeal, and Oba Femi’s future in NXT is ripe with possibilities. Stay tuned for further updates from the WWE Universe.