Roman Reigns Discusses The Rock, Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Career, and Oba Femi’s NXT Absence: Latest WWE Updates
As the WWE Universe continues to buzz with headlines, several noteworthy developments have surfaced recently, involving top stars Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury, and NXT standout Oba Femi. Here’s a comprehensive look at the latest updates from WWE and its development brand, NXT.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock, and Cody Rhodes
In an insightful interview on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns opened up about his experiences at WrestleMania 40 and the twists leading up to his matches. Reigns revealed he was indifferent to the uncertainty about whether he would face The Rock or Cody Rhodes in the main event, emphasizing the significance of simply being the centerpiece of the show.
Reigns stated, “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… 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.” He underscored the point that no matter the opponent, his focus remained on defending his position and championship status.
Originally, after Cody Rhodes won the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble, it seemed that The Rock would challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40. However, due to fan backlash over the booking changes, Rhodes reversed his decision to not challenge, which led to a character shift for The Rock, who turned heel as “The Final Boss” and allied with Reigns. At WrestleMania 40, The Rock and Reigns teamed up to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1, while Rhodes ultimately won the WWE Championship from Reigns in the Night 2 main event.
When asked by Traina about a potential future match between The Rock and Reigns, the Tribal Chief hinted that fan demand would heavily influence such a decision. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” Reigns said. The Rock, who made a surprise return last month at WWE’s Bad Blood event, has not publicly confirmed his long-term WWE plans, but speculation is rife, especially with ongoing Heat between the Bloodline factions at Survivor Series.
Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in WWE Career
Outside the squared circle, boxer Tommy Fury—brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury—has hinted at a possible future in professional wrestling with WWE. After attending WWE’s recent UK tour events and interacting with Superstars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther, Fury shared on YouTube, “I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day.”
At 25 years old and boasting a knockout victory over Jake Paul, Tommy Fury has begun carving out his own path in combat sports. His familial connection to Tyson Fury, who has made his own sporadic WWE appearances, adds an intriguing dynamic. Tyson famously wrestled Braun Strowman at WWE Crown Jewel 2019 and disrupted Austin Theory’s Money in the Bank cash-in attempt at 2022’s Clash at the Castle.
With Logan Paul actively competing in WWE and maintaining a prominent profile, a potential Fury brothers vs. Paul brothers storyline could appeal to mainstream audiences and broaden WWE’s reach.
Oba Femi’s NXT Status in Question After Recent Absence
Meanwhile, NXT star Oba Femi has reportedly gone missing from NXT tapings and programming over the past month. According to Fightful Select, there have been no backstage sightings of Femi since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. Femi had an impressive run since his televised debut in April 2023, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship with a dominant 272-day reign. His first and second losses—both to D’Angelo—have led to speculation regarding the reasons for his absence.
While the details remain unclear, possibilities range from a planned storyline hiatus intended to rebuild momentum, a potential main roster call-up, or even injury recovery. Regardless, insiders believe Femi remains a top contender to challenge for the NXT Championship, particularly against current titleholder Trick Williams.
Continuing Coverage and Future Prospects
As WWE evolves through high-stakes storylines and talent transitions, fans are encouraged to stay tuned to platforms like Bleacher Report and Ring Rust Radio for in-depth coverage and expert analysis of all wrestling developments.
With WrestleMania season on the horizon and fresh stars like Tommy Fury expressing interest, the WWE landscape promises exciting new chapters. Meanwhile, key names such as Roman Reigns and The Rock continue to shape the future of sports entertainment.
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