Roman Reigns Reflects on The Rock, Cody Rhodes, as Tommy Fury Eyes WWE; NXT Star Oba Femi Reportedly Absent
November 27, 2024 — Bleacher Report catches up on the latest developments in the WWE universe, including insights from Roman Reigns on WrestleMania 40, boxer Tommy Fury’s hinted interest in WWE, and NXT rumors regarding Oba Femi.
Roman Reigns Talks The Rock, Cody Rhodes, and WrestleMania 40
Roman Reigns recently opened up about the headline decisions for WrestleMania 40 in an interview on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina. The discussion touched on Reigns’ journey through the biggest WWE event of the year and his thoughts on facing either his cousin The Rock or Cody Rhodes in the main event.
When asked if he was disappointed to face Cody Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns revealed that matchup specifics did not matter as long as he was the centerpiece of the event. “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… it’s the same task in hand for me,” he explained.
The night had seen some dramatic shifts. Rhodes won the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble but initially chose not to challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40. This opened doors for a potential dream match between Reigns and The Rock. However, fan backlash led Rhodes to reverse course, and The Rock adopted a new villainous persona, "The Final Boss," aligning with Reigns. Together, they defeated Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, while Rhodes later claimed the WWE title from Reigns on Night 2. Addressing the possibility of a future Reigns vs. The Rock showdown, Reigns emphasized the power of fan enthusiasm in WWE’s decision-making. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” Reigns said. The Rock, who returned unannounced at last month’s Bad Blood event, has not yet clarified his next steps.
With The Bloodline factions set to clash again in a WarGames match at the upcoming Survivor Series, fans speculate The Rock could make another impactful appearance, building momentum toward a potential reunion or rivalry with his cousin.
Boxer Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in WWE
In a surprising crossover hint, professional boxer Tommy Fury has suggested he might explore a future in professional wrestling with WWE. Fury, younger brother of former heavyweight champ Tyson Fury, posted a YouTube video documenting a night backstage during WWE’s UK tour.
In the video, Fury shared his admiration for WWE superstars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther while expressing openness to stepping into the ring himself someday. “I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?” he said.
Tommy Fury’s undefeated 10-0 boxing record and public profile, combined with his relationship to the Paul brothers—also involved in the wrestling world—make him a compelling prospect for WWE storylines. Speculation includes a potential feud or even tag team involving the Fury brothers and the Paul brothers, which could draw crossover interest from sports and entertainment fans alike.
NXT Star Oba Femi Missing from Recent Tapings
On the developmental front, former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has not been seen on NXT television or backstage since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. Fightful Select reported the absence, attributing it possibly to the need for Femi to reset following back-to-back losses or to potential main roster preparation. Since debuting on televised NXT in April 2023, Femi enjoyed a dominant streak—including winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and a historic 272-day reign as North American Champion before dropping the title.
While his current status remains unclear, Femi remains an intriguing candidate to pursue the NXT Championship and could be positioned to dethrone current titleholder Trick Williams when he returns.
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