Roman Reigns Reflects on The Rock, Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Considers WWE Future; Oba Femi’s NXT Status Unclear
In recent developments within the WWE Universe, several notable figures have made headlines, sparking intrigue among wrestling fans. Roman Reigns opened up about his experiences facing Cody Rhodes and The Rock at WrestleMania 40, boxer Tommy Fury hinted at a possible future in WWE, and questions arose about NXT star Oba Femi’s recent absence. Here’s a closer look at these latest updates.
Roman Reigns Talks WrestleMania 40 Opponents and Potential Rock Match
During an insightful interview on the SI Media podcast with Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on the shifting plans leading up to WrestleMania 40. Initially, the main event seemed destined to be Reigns against The Rock, his famous cousin and WWE legend. However, fans ultimately saw Reigns in the ring against Cody Rhodes after Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble.
Asked whether he was disappointed not to face The Rock, Reigns emphasized that the opponent didn’t matter as long as he was headlining the event. He said: “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… They’re trying to stop history from happening. It’s the same task in hand for me.”
The storyline saw Rhodes initially decline to challenge Reigns at WrestleMania, leading to rumors that The Rock would step in. Following some fan backlash, Rhodes reversed his stance, The Rock turned heel adopting the moniker “The Final Boss,” and allied with Reigns. The duo defeated Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, but Rhodes reclaimed the WWE Championship by defeating Reigns on Night 2. When asked about the possibility of a future Reigns vs. Rock match, Reigns indicated it’s contingent on fan interest. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” he stated. The Rock made a surprise WWE return at the recent Bad Blood event, but his intentions remain unclear, fueling speculation about potential future clashes.
Tommy Fury Explores WWE Opportunity Following UK Tour
Tommy Fury, undefeated professional boxer and brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has teased interest in joining WWE. In a recent YouTube video backstage during WWE’s UK tour, Fury met with several WWE superstars, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther. He expressed appreciation for the experience and hinted at future involvement, saying: “I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?”
This revelation has sparked buzz given Tommy’s strong boxing background and connections to the Paul family—Jake and Logan Paul—who have wrestling ties. His potential WWE debut could provide intriguing matchups, especially against Logan Paul, who is an active WWE Superstar and former United States Champion.
Oba Femi’s Status Uncertain Amid NXT Absence
Meanwhile, reports indicate NXT’s former North American Champion Oba Femi has been absent from the brand’s tapings since late October. Following his loss of the North American title to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27, Femi has not appeared on television. While no official explanation has been provided, industry insiders suggest this could be a temporary break for recovery or storyline reset.
Femi’s run in NXT has been notable since his debut in April 2023, with a tournament victory and a lengthy title reign of 272 days before losing the championship. Upon his return, many expect him to be a key contender for the NXT Championship, potentially challenging current titleholder Trick Williams.
WWE fans are advised to stay tuned as these stories develop, with plenty of intriguing possibilities on the horizon for Roman Reigns, Tommy Fury, Oba Femi, and the wider wrestling world.
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