Latest WWE Updates: Roman Reigns Reflects on The Rock and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Career; Oba Femi’s NXT Absence
WWE fans have plenty to discuss recently, with key developments surrounding top stars Roman Reigns, The Rock, Cody Rhodes, up-and-coming boxer Tommy Fury, and rising NXT talent Oba Femi. Here’s a comprehensive update on the latest happenings in the WWE Universe.
Roman Reigns on WrestleMania 40 and Potential Clash with The Rock
Roman Reigns opened up in a recent interview on the Sports Illustrated Media podcast with Jimmy Traina, sharing his thoughts about the main event at WrestleMania 40 and the potential for a future showdown with his cousin, WWE legend The Rock.
Reigns was asked whether he was disappointed to face Cody Rhodes instead of The Rock at WWE’s biggest annual event. He expressed a focused mindset, stating that it didn’t matter who he faced as long as he was in the main event spotlight:
“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, so it was the same task in hand for me.”
The saga began after Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble and initially announced he would not challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship, leading to speculation that The Rock would take that spot. Due to fan backlash, Rhodes reversed his decision, and The Rock turned heel, aligning with Reigns as "The Final Boss." On Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, Reigns and The Rock defeated Rhodes and Seth Rollins. However, Rhodes ultimately captured the WWE Championship by defeating Reigns on Night 2. Despite not facing The Rock at WrestleMania, Reigns hinted that a future match could happen if the fans demand it:
“I think our fanbase and the company’s proven that if our fans are loud enough and passionate enough… If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen.”
The Rock, who made a surprise return last month at WWE Bad Blood, has yet to clarify his intentions, making an appearance at the upcoming Survivor Series WarGames match a possible platform for rekindling a feud with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Shows Interest in WWE Wrestling Career
Boxing star Tommy Fury teased a potential future in WWE following his recent backstage visit during WWE’s UK tour. In a YouTube video posted Sunday, Fury expressed enthusiasm after meeting WWE stars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther:
"Thank you to the WWE for showing us such appreciation. And I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night."
Fury, 25, younger brother of heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury—who had a brief WWE stint—has built his own boxing reputation with an undefeated 10-0 record and a notable victory over Jake Paul. Given his ties to the Paul family and his rising popularity in combat sports, Fury could be a compelling addition to WWE, possibly even in a storyline involving Logan Paul, a current WWE Superstar.
Oba Femi’s Recent Absence from NXT Programming
Reports have surfaced that former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has not been seen at NXT events or tapings since late October. According to Fightful Select, there has been no indication of Femi’s involvement following his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. Femi, known for his dominant run since debuting in NXT April 2023—including winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and holding the North American title for a record 272 days—lost his championship and a subsequent rematch to D’Angelo in recent weeks.
The reasons behind his absence remain unclear. It could be a strategic decision by NXT officials to give him time to regroup after back-to-back losses, or possibly a preparation period for a potential promotion to WWE’s main roster. Fans eagerly await his return, as Femi remains a strong contender for future NXT Championship opportunities.
Summary:
Roman Reigns remains focused on his legacy after WrestleMania 40 and leaves the door open for a future match with The Rock. Tommy Fury, building momentum as a professional boxer, is signaling openness to a WWE career. Meanwhile, NXT’s Oba Femi is currently off-screen following recent defeats, stirring speculation about his next chapter in WWE.
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