WWE Updates: Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Future, Oba Femi’s NXT Absence
Bleacher Report recently delivered a roundup of the latest news and developments from the WWE world, featuring insightful remarks from Roman Reigns about WrestleMania 40, a potential WWE career for boxer Tommy Fury, and updates on NXT’s Oba Femi. Here’s a detailed look at what’s happening inside the squared circle.
Roman Reigns on WrestleMania 40: Facing Cody Rhodes and the Prospect of a Match with The Rock
In an interview on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns opened up about the main event situation at WrestleMania 40, where he faced Cody Rhodes instead of The Rock. Reigns emphasized that the identity of his opponent did not matter to him as much as being in the main event and carrying the championship:
“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 didn’t matter who it is. They are trying to stop history from happening. They are trying to take us off the pinnacle right now, so it was the same task in hand for me.”
The post-Royal Rumble booking shuffle initially positioned The Rock to challenge Reigns, as Rhodes announced he wouldn’t cash in his 2024 Royal Rumble victory against him. However, due to negative fan reaction, Rhodes reversed course, resulting in The Rock turning heel—with the new moniker “The Final Boss”—and aligning with Reigns. The Rock and Reigns teamed to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, with Rhodes ultimately winning the WWE Championship from Reigns on Night 2. When asked about the possibility of a future Reigns vs. Rock match, Reigns highlighted that WWE pays close attention to fan demand:
“If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.”
The Rock made a surprise unannounced return at WWE Bad Blood last month but has yet to clarify his future plans within the company. With the ongoing storyline involving different Bloodline factions set for a WarGames match at Survivor Series, many speculate The Rock could reappear soon to build toward the dream clash with his cousin, Roman Reigns.
Boxing Star Tommy Fury Shows Interest in WWE
Tommy Fury, younger brother of former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, recently hinted at a possible future in WWE. Posting on YouTube from backstage during WWE’s UK tour, Tommy expressed enthusiasm about his experience meeting WWE Superstars and suggested he might step into the wrestling ring one day:
“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.”
The 25-year-old Fury has an undefeated professional boxing record (10-0) and notably defeated Jake Paul, placing him in a unique crossover position. His brother Tyson previously participated in WWE, having a match at Crown Jewel 2019 and making high-profile appearances, including interfering at WWE Clash at the Castle in 2022. Tommy Fury’s ties to the Paul family and own rising profile in combat sports could make him an appealing candidate for WWE, potentially facilitating intriguing storylines against Logan Paul, a current WWE Superstar and former United States Champion. Prospects like a “Fury brothers vs. Paul brothers” tag team match could broaden WWE’s appeal beyond traditional wrestling audiences.
Oba Femi Absent from NXT Following Recent Losses
Reports from Fightful Select note that former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has been noticeably absent from recent NXT tapings since his loss at the October 27 Halloween Havoc event. Femi lost the North American Championship to Tony D’Angelo after a record-breaking 272-day title reign and subsequently dropped a rematch.
Though the reasons for his absence remain unclear—whether injury, a strategic break, or a move toward the main WWE roster—the NXT creative team may be giving Femi time off to regroup after consecutive losses. The former University of Alabama shot put star enjoyed a meteoric rise since his April 2023 televised debut, highlighted by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and a significant championship run.
When Femi returns, many expect him to remain a top contender for the NXT Championship and a key figure within the brand’s competitive landscape.
Summary
- Roman Reigns embraces the main event spotlight regardless of opponent and leaves the door open for a future match with The Rock if fans demand it.
- Tommy Fury shows promising interest in a WWE future, potentially following in the footsteps of his brother Tyson Fury and leveraging his combat sports fame.
- Oba Femi has been off NXT TV since late October, with speculation about an injury, a reset, or a call-up to WWE’s main roster.
As WWE continues to evolve with new storylines and rising stars, these developments signal interesting possibilities for fans in 2025 and beyond.