Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock, and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Opportunity; Oba Femi’s NXT Absence Sparks Speculation
In recent WWE news, top star Roman Reigns shared insights on his WrestleMania 40 main event opponents and teased a possible future showdown with his cousin, The Rock. Meanwhile, boxer Tommy Fury hinted at exploring a pro wrestling career with WWE, and NXT’s Oba Femi has reportedly been absent from television following recent setbacks. Here’s a detailed update from the WWE Universe.
Roman Reigns Opens Up About WrestleMania 40 Main Event Choices
On the SI Media podcast, Roman Reigns was candid about the lead-up to WrestleMania 40, where fans debated whether he would face WWE legend The Rock or rising star Cody Rhodes. Reigns expressed that the identity of his opponent mattered less than being in the main event spotlight itself. “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with,” Reigns remarked.
The storyline leading into WrestleMania 40 saw Cody Rhodes winning the 2024 Royal Rumble but initially declining to challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship, which seemingly opened the door for The Rock to take the spot. However, fan reaction prompted a reversal with Rhodes deciding to challenge Reigns, and The Rock turning heel as “The Final Boss,” aligning with Reigns.
On Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, The Rock and Roman Reigns teamed up to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. The following night, Rhodes captured the WWE Championship by defeating Reigns in the main event. Despite the much-anticipated matchup between The Rock and Reigns not taking place, Reigns hinted at the possibility of it happening in the future 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,” Reigns stated, emphasizing WWE’s attentiveness to fan response. The Rock made a surprise return at WWE’s Bad Blood event last month but has not yet clarified his intentions or made subsequent appearances. With Survivor Series featuring a WarGames match involving different Bloodline iterations, speculation is mounting that The Rock could resurface and reignite the rivalry with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in Joining WWE
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and younger brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, recently shared excitement about potentially diving into WWE. In a YouTube video from backstage at a WWE UK show, Fury praised WWE Superstars such as Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther. He also thanked WWE for their hospitality and teased the possibility of “climbing through those ropes one day.”
Tyson Fury made a notable WWE appearance in 2019 at Crown Jewel, defeating Braun Strowman by count-out, and was involved in a dramatic moment at Clash at the Castle in 2022. Tommy Fury’s boxing record of 10-0, including a win over Jake Paul, positions him well as a crossover star. Given Logan Paul’s status as a WWE Superstar and former United States Champion, a Fury vs. Paul storyline—or even a tag team involving both sets of brothers—could generate mainstream interest and boost WWE’s appeal to broader audiences.
Oba Femi Absent from NXT After Consecutive Losses
On the NXT front, former North American Champion Oba Femi has not appeared on NXT programming or backstage since late October, following his defeat to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc and a subsequent rematch loss. Fightful Select reported his absence without providing a clear explanation.
Femi, who debuted on televised NXT in April 2023, quickly made an impact by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee. He held the title for a record 272 days before his recent losses to D’Angelo.
While no official word has been given on whether Femi’s hiatus is due to injury, a main roster call-up, or a creative reset, his future remains promising. Given his dominance prior to these setbacks, he is widely viewed as a strong candidate for a significant push whenever he returns.
WWE Universe Awaits Next Moves
As WWE continues to evolve its storylines and roster, fans are eagerly watching for developments around Roman Reigns and The Rock, potential new talent like Tommy Fury entering the fold, and the comeback of established stars within NXT such as Oba Femi. The coming weeks and months are shaping up to be an exciting period for WWE fans worldwide.