Roman Reigns Discusses The Rock and Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Career, and Oba Femi’s NXT Absence
WWE fans have plenty to follow as Roman Reigns shares his thoughts on WrestleMania 40 opponents The Rock and Cody Rhodes, boxer Tommy Fury hints at a future in WWE, and NXT’s Oba Femi has reportedly been missing from recent programming. Here’s a comprehensive look at the latest developments from WWE’s evolving landscape.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Main Event and Future Matches
Roman Reigns recently appeared on the SI Media podcast hosted by Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina to discuss his WrestleMania 40 experience and shed light on potential future matchups. When asked about facing Cody Rhodes instead of The Rock in the main event of WrestleMania 40, Reigns emphasized that the opponent didn’t matter as much as being the center of attention on WWE’s biggest stage.
Reigns explained, “It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with. It’s where, we just need to get there and defend this thing.” He noted that both Rhodes and The Rock represented challengers trying to topple him at the pinnacle of WWE.
The WrestleMania 40 storyline featured some late changes: Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble and initially said he wouldn’t challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship, opening the door for The Rock. However, fan backlash led Rhodes to reverse course, culminating in The Rock turning heel as “The Final Boss” and forming an alliance with Reigns. The Rock and Reigns teamed to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1, with Rhodes defeating Reigns for the WWE title on Night 2. Asked if a Reigns vs. The Rock singles match remains a possibility, Reigns was optimistic but clear that fan demand would play a decisive role: “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.” The Rock surprised fans with an unannounced WWE appearance at Bad Blood last month but has quietly stayed out of WWE shows since. With the Bloodline storyline heating up heading into Survivor Series and a WarGames match scheduled, speculation grows about whether The Rock will make another appearance and build toward a marquee showdown with his cousin.
Tommy Fury Teases Potential WWE Wrestling Career
British boxer Tommy Fury, younger brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has revealed an openness to exploring pro wrestling, potentially with WWE. A recent YouTube video posted by Tommy showcased his experience backstage during WWE’s UK tour, meeting stars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
Fury expressed gratitude for WWE’s hospitality and reflected on a possible future in wrestling: “I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?”
Though primarily known for his undefeated 10-0 boxing record and notably as the only boxer to have defeated Jake Paul, Tommy’s family connections and combat sports background could lend themselves well to WWE’s entertainment style. Tyson Fury had a brief WWE stint in 2019 and has remained involved in wrestling storylines as a spectator and occasional participant.
Additionally, Tommy Fury’s ties to the Paul family—Logan Paul is a WWE Superstar and ex-United States Champion—hint at potential high-profile rivalries or tag matches involving the Fury and Paul brothers, which could attract mainstream attention.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Raises Questions
Reports from Fightful Select indicate that former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has not been seen at NXT tapings for the past month following his losses to Tony D’Angelo. Since dropping the North American title on October 27 at Halloween Havoc after an impressive 272-day reign, Femi has remained absent from television.
Femi debuted on NXT in April 2023 and quickly made an impact by winning the Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee. The recent string of losses, including a rematch defeat at Halloween Havoc, may have prompted WWE officials to put him off TV, possibly to let his momentum reset.
While no official reason for his absence has been announced, speculation ranges from injury concerns to preparations for a main roster call-up or a refreshed storyline. When Oba Femi returns, many believe he will contend for higher NXT titles, continuing his rise as a cornerstone of WWE’s developmental brand.
Conclusion
Roman Reigns remains WWE’s dominant “Tribal Chief,” with the door open for future epic matches against stars like The Rock. Meanwhile, Tommy Fury’s backstage WWE visits and comments suggest a potential new crossover talent entering the wrestling world. NXT fans keep an eye on Oba Femi’s status as he navigates his career following recent setbacks. WWE’s unfolding stories continue to engage a passionate fanbase eager for action in both the main roster and developmental systems.