Roman Reigns Discusses The Rock and Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Future, and Oba Femi’s NXT Absence
In recent developments within the WWE Universe, several notable stories have emerged involving Roman Reigns, boxer-turned-wrestling hopeful Tommy Fury, and NXT standout Oba Femi. Here’s a detailed look at the latest updates as covered by Bleacher Report.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 and Potential Match with The Rock
During a recent appearance on the SI Media podcast hosted by Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on the WrestleMania 40 main event saga involving Cody Rhodes and The Rock. When questioned about whether he was disappointed about facing Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns expressed that the opponent did not matter to him as long as he was in the main event spotlight.
Reigns stated, “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’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. They are trying to take us off the pinnacle right now, so it was the same task in hand for me.”
The storyline at WrestleMania 40 initially saw Rhodes win the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, but he openly declined to challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship, leaving the door open for The Rock to step in. However, fan reaction led to changes: Rhodes reversed his stance, and The Rock turned heel as “The Final Boss,” aligning himself with Reigns. This culminated in The Rock and Reigns defeating Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1, with Rhodes capturing the WWE title from Reigns on Night 2. Looking forward, Reigns did not rule out a future clash with The Rock, saying that if fans remain enthusiastic and vocal, WWE will listen and potentially make it a reality. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” he added. The Rock made a surprise return to WWE programming last month at the Bad Blood event, though his future plans remain unclear as he has not appeared since.
Tommy Fury Hints at WWE Ambitions Following UK Tour Visit
Boxer Tommy Fury, known for his undefeated professional boxing record and notable victory over Jake Paul, suggested he may explore opportunities in WWE after appearing backstage at a WWE UK show. In a YouTube video documenting his visit, Fury met with several WWE Superstars, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
He remarked, “I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night.” Tommy Fury is the younger brother of heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury, who had a brief WWE appearance back in 2019. Given Tommy’s connections to the boxing and entertainment worlds, as well as the existing presence of Logan Paul in WWE, the prospect of a future crossover or storyline involving the Fury and Paul brothers holds significant appeal for mainstream audiences.
Oba Femi’s Recent NXT Absence Sparks Speculation
NXT fans have noticed the absence of former North American Champion Oba Femi from recent tapings. According to Fightful Select, Femi has not been seen around NXT since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. The reasons for his absence are unclear, fueling speculation about injury, a main roster call-up, or a strategic break.
Femi debuted on NXT television in April 2023 and quickly made an impact by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee. He held the title for a record 272 days before losing it to D’Angelo last month. His subsequent loss in a rematch at Halloween Havoc marked back-to-back defeats, after which he vanished from NXT programming.
When Femi returns, he could be positioned as a strong contender for the NXT Championship, continuing his rise as one of WWE’s promising young talents.
As WWE continues to shape storylines and build stars, these developments with Roman Reigns, Tommy Fury, and Oba Femi underscore the dynamic and evolving nature of the wrestling landscape. Fans will undoubtedly be watching closely to see what’s next for these influential figures in the world of professional wrestling.