Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock Match Possibility, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE, and Oba Femi’s NXT Status
Roman Reigns recently opened up about his WrestleMania 40 main event experience against Cody Rhodes and discussed the potential for a future match against his iconic cousin, The Rock. Meanwhile, boxer-turned-potential WWE talent Tommy Fury hinted at a possible transition to pro wrestling, and NXT star Oba Femi’s absence from recent tapings has sparked speculation about his status.
Reigns Talks WrestleMania 40: Facing Cody Rhodes, Not The Rock
During an interview on the SI Media podcast with Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on the main event lineup at WrestleMania 40. Originally, it appeared The Rock would be Reigns’ opponent for the WWE Championship. However, after Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble and initially declined to challenge Reigns at WrestleMania, plans shifted multiple times amid fan reactions.
Reigns stated that it did not matter to him who he faced in the main event, emphasizing the importance of being the center of attention: “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… It was the same task in hand for me.” Ultimately, Rhodes challenged Reigns, and in Night 2’s WrestleMania 40 main event, Rhodes defeated Reigns to win the WWE Championship. On Night 1, Reigns teamed up with The Rock to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins.
When asked about the possibility of a future match with The Rock, Reigns noted that the company is attentive to fan demand. He said, “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 return at WWE’s Bad Blood event but has yet to clarify his intentions. With the ongoing storyline involving the new and original Bloodline factions, many anticipate that The Rock could reappear soon, possibly leading to a high-profile showdown with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Teases WWE Interest
Tommy Fury, the undefeated professional boxer and younger brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, teased a potential future in WWE. Posting a video from a recent WWE UK event backstage, Fury expressed appreciation for the company and the wrestlers he met, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
Fury commented, “I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?” His brother Tyson previously appeared in WWE, notably defeating Braun Strowman by count-out at Crown Jewel 2019 and causing a memorable Money in the Bank cash-in interference in 2022. Given Tommy Fury’s ties to the Paul family—he remains the only boxer to defeat Jake Paul—a potential rivalry or partnership involving WWE Superstar Logan Paul could generate significant mainstream interest. The prospect of a "Paul brothers vs. Fury brothers" storyline could make Tommy Fury a valuable asset to WWE in the future.
Oba Femi’s Recent Absence from NXT
Former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has reportedly been absent from NXT tapings since his loss at Halloween Havoc on October 27, where he dropped the title to Tony D’Angelo and suffered a subsequent defeat in the rematch. Though the exact reason for his absence is unknown, Fightful Select reports no sign of Femi backstage in recent weeks.
Since debuting in April 2023, Femi made a strong impact by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and holding the North American Championship for a record 272 days. His recent losses marked a turning point, and his current absence could indicate a break to reset—possibly due to injury, a forthcoming main roster promotion, or a strategic TV hiatus to rebuild momentum.
When Femi returns, many expect him to be a top contender for the NXT Championship, continuing his rise as one of NXT’s premier talents.
Roman Reigns remains a central figure in WWE’s ongoing narratives, with potential marquee matches still on the horizon. Meanwhile, promising prospects like Tommy Fury and Oba Femi keep WWE’s talent pipeline fresh, offering fans a glimpse of exciting developments to come.