Roman Reigns Reflects on The Rock, Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Career; Oba Femi’s NXT Absence Sparks Rumors
The WWE Universe has been buzzing with the latest developments involving some of its biggest names. From Roman Reigns’ candid thoughts on his WrestleMania 40 opponents to Tommy Fury hinting at a potential WWE future and speculation surrounding NXT talent Oba Femi, here’s a comprehensive update on these storylines.
Roman Reigns on WrestleMania 40 Main Event and The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes
Roman Reigns recently sat down with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina for an in-depth interview on the SI Media podcast, sharing his perspective on the main event scene at WrestleMania 40. The Original Tribal Chief addressed the widely discussed shift between facing The Rock or Cody Rhodes in the show’s climax.
Reigns explained that it did not matter to him which challenger he faced as long as he was in the main event spotlight. “I was the main event. I’m the guy everyone wanted to dance with,” Reigns said. “It didn’t matter who it was. They are trying to stop history from happening, trying to take us off the pinnacle. It was the same task at hand for me.”
Initially, after Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, fans anticipated a showdown between Rhodes and Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40. However, Rhodes later opted not to challenge for the title, seemingly paving the way for The Rock’s involvement. Fan dissatisfaction with this change prompted a reversal; Rhodes committed to the title match, and The Rock turned heel, adopting the moniker “The Final Boss” and aligning with Reigns.
The Rock and Reigns teamed up to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, while Rhodes defeated Reigns for the WWE Championship on Night 2’s main event.
Regarding the possibility of a future one-on-one match between Reigns and The Rock, the Tribal Chief left the door open, emphasizing fan demand’s importance. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” he noted.
Tommy Fury Hints at WWE Aspirations During UK Tour
In other exciting news, professional boxer Tommy Fury has teased potential plans to explore professional wrestling with WWE. Fury, younger brother of heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury, shared his experience backstage at a recent WWE show during the company’s United Kingdom tour via a YouTube video.
Fury expressed admiration for WWE superstars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther while thanking WWE for the hospitality. “I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night,” he stated.
Tyson Fury previously had a notable WWE moment, wrestling Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel 2019 and famously knocking out Austin Theory in 2022 at WWE Clash at the Castle.
Tommy Fury, undefeated in professional boxing with a 10-0 record and the only boxer to have defeated Jake Paul, brings a crossover appeal that could create compelling storylines, potentially involving Logan Paul, a WWE Superstar and former United States champion. A tag team match pitting the Fury brothers against the Paul brothers could significantly attract mainstream fans to WWE.
Oba Femi’s Mysterious Absence from NXT Programming
Meanwhile, NXT star Oba Femi’s absence from recent tapings has spurred speculation about his status. After losing the NXT North American Championship to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27, Femi has reportedly not been seen backstage or in recent NXT episodes, according to Fightful Select.
Femi, a former University of Alabama shot put star, burst onto the WWE scene in April 2023 with a dominant run, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship, which he held for a record-setting 272 days.
While his current inactivity could suggest he is recovering from injury or being prepped for a main roster promotion, it might also be a strategic move by NXT officials to let the fallout from his recent losses subside. Upon his eventual return, Femi is widely regarded as a strong contender for the NXT Championship.
Looking Ahead
As WWE continues to evolve its storylines and cultivate new talent, these developments involving Roman Reigns, The Rock, Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury, and Oba Femi underscore the dynamic nature of the wrestling world. Fans eagerly await how these narratives unfold and what surprises the company has in store for upcoming events like Survivor Series and beyond.