Roman Reigns Shares Thoughts on The Rock and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Future; NXT’s Oba Femi Absent Amid Rumors
In recent developments from the WWE Universe, several notable updates have emerged involving top-tier talent Roman Reigns, rising star Tommy Fury, and NXT standout Oba Femi. Here’s a detailed rundown of the latest news and inside perspectives.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Main Event and Potential Match with The Rock
Roman Reigns appeared on the Sports Illustrated Media podcast, hosted by Jimmy Traina, where he opened up about his WrestleMania 40 main event experience and the possible future matchup with his cousin, The Rock. The main event was initially expected to feature Reigns against The Rock, but ultimately he faced Cody Rhodes.
Reigns expressed that the identity of his opponent was secondary to being in the main event spotlight. He said, “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with. 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, trying to take us off the pinnacle right now.”
The WrestleMania 40 storyline took a dramatic turn when Rhodes, after winning the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, initially declined to challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship, hinting The Rock would get the shot. Negative fan reactions led Rhodes to reverse course, followed by The Rock turning villainous as “The Final Boss” and aligning with Reigns. Night 1 saw The Rock and Reigns defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins, while Night 2 featured Rhodes capturing the WWE Championship from Reigns.
Regarding the possibility of finally delivering the highly anticipated showdown between The Rock and himself, Reigns was optimistic but candid. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” he said. The Rock made an unannounced WWE return last month at Bad Blood, though his intentions remain unclear. With high-stakes matches such as the upcoming WarGames at Survivor Series involving The Bloodline, fans could see The Rock back in action soon, possibly gearing up for a future clash with Reigns.
Boxer Tommy Fury Hints at WWE Aspirations Following UK Tour Experience
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, surprised many by expressing interest in a WWE career. During a recent UK tour stop, he posted a YouTube video backstage with WWE superstars Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and others, sharing his positive experience.
“I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows?” Fury remarked, hinting at a wrestling future while thanking WWE and its talent for their warm welcome. Given Tommy’s undefeated 10-0 boxing record and connection to the Paul family—he notably defeated Jake Paul—a WWE debut could set the stage for intriguing matchups. His potential bouts might include Logan Paul, a current WWE Superstar and former United States Champion, opening doors for a Paul brothers versus Fury brothers feud that appeals beyond traditional wrestling audiences.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Sparks Speculation
Oba Femi, once the dominant NXT North American Champion, has reportedly been absent from NXT tapings since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. Sources from Fightful Select indicate no backstage sightings or involvement from Femi recently, though official reasons remain undisclosed.
Femi enjoyed a breakout run after debuting on NXT television in April 2023, winning the Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American title from Dragon Lee. His reign lasted a record 272 days before a surprising loss at the hands of D’Angelo, followed by a rematch defeat. His absence may be strategic, allowing him time to reset or recover, or it could hint at an impending promotion to WWE’s main roster.
If Femi returns to NXT programming, speculation suggests he could pursue the NXT Championship, potentially being the figure to dethrone current titleholder Trick Williams.
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