WWE News Update: Roman Reigns on The Rock and Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE, and NXT Rumors Surround Oba Femi
By Mike Chiari, Bleacher Report – November 27, 2024
The WWE Universe is buzzing with recent developments as some of the biggest names in wrestling continue to make headlines. Roman Reigns reflects on his WrestleMania 40 main event with Cody Rhodes and the potential for a future showdown with The Rock, boxer Tommy Fury hints at a possible WWE career, and NXT star Oba Femi’s mysterious absence sparks rumors. Here’s a detailed look at the latest news.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Opponents and The Rock Possibility
At WrestleMania 40 held in April 2024 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Roman Reigns found himself in the main event spotlight once again — this time against Cody Rhodes. Recently, Reigns spoke candidly on the SI Media podcast with Jimmy Traina about his mixed feelings regarding his WrestleMania opponent.
When asked if he was disappointed not to face The Rock, his real-life cousin and WWE legend, Reigns stated that it didn’t matter to him as long as he was the main event star:
“I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with, you know… 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.”
Reigns explained that whether it was Rhodes or The Rock, the mission was to defend his title and reign supreme.
This WrestleMania build had its twists, especially after Rhodes’ Royal Rumble victory earlier in 2024, when he initially declared he would not challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship. The Rock was then set to face Reigns, but fan backlash led to Rhodes changing course, culminating in The Rock’s heel turn and alliance with Reigns as “The Final Boss.” On Night 1, Reigns and The Rock defeated Rhodes and Seth Rollins, while Rhodes won the WWE title from Reigns in the Night 2 main event.
Despite missing the chance for a Reigns vs. The Rock WrestleMania match, Reigns left the door open for a future clash:
“If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.”
With The Rock’s surprise return at the recent Bad Blood event and the looming WarGames battle between factions of The Bloodline at Survivor Series, speculation is mounting that The Rock could reappear to build towards an epic family showdown in WWE.
Tommy Fury Hints at WWE Ambitions
Tommy Fury, the undefeated British boxer and younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, teased his interest in professional wrestling after appearing backstage at a recent WWE UK tour event.
In a YouTube video filmed backstage alongside WWE Superstars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther, Fury shared:
“I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?”
His comments have certainly grabbed attention within the wrestling world, especially given Tommy’s direct connections to celebrities and fighters like the Paul brothers, who have their own roles in WWE. Tommy’s undefeated boxing record (10-0) and his victory over Jake Paul create a strong foundation for a crossover appeal.
Tyson Fury himself made a WWE appearance in 2019 but did not pursue a wrestling career. Tommy’s potential move to WWE could generate fresh matchups, including possibly clashing with Logan Paul, a WWE Superstar and former United States Champion.
NXT Star Oba Femi Reportedly Missing from Recent Tapings
On the NXT front, former North American Champion Oba Femi has been notably absent from recent NXT tapings, sparking speculation about his status.
Fightful Select reported that Femi has not been seen backstage since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27, 2024. The reasons for his absence remain unclear—whether it’s an injury, a rest period, or a possible main roster call-up.
After debuting on NXT television in April 2023, Femi quickly climbed the ranks, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee. His impressive title reign lasted 272 days before losing the belt to D’Angelo, followed by a subsequent loss in a rematch.
Given Femi’s dominance and athleticism, wrestling insiders believe he could soon be positioned for another significant run, potentially targeting the NXT Championship and rivaling current champ Trick Williams.
Conclusion
The WWE landscape continues to evolve with Roman Reigns maintaining his main event dominance while keeping door open for a future clash with The Rock, Tommy Fury flirting with the idea of joining the squared circle, and NXT’s Oba Femi quietly stepping back amid intriguing circumstances.
Fans are encouraged to stay tuned as these storylines develop, with the next WWE NXT episodes and upcoming pay-per-view events expected to provide clarity and exciting new angles.
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