Roman Reigns Talks The Rock, Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Career; NXT Rumors on Oba Femi
Bleacher Report’s latest coverage has brought exciting updates from the WWE Universe, featuring insights from Roman Reigns, developments regarding boxer-turned-wrestling hopeful Tommy Fury, and intriguing rumors surrounding NXT star Oba Femi. Here’s a detailed look at the recent news shaping WWE’s landscape.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 and Potential Future Match with The Rock
Roman Reigns recently appeared on the SI Media podcast hosted by Jimmy Traina to discuss his WrestleMania 40 experiences and thoughts on facing legends and contemporaries alike. During the interview, Reigns opened up about the main event situation at WrestleMania 40, where he ultimately faced Cody Rhodes instead of his cousin, The Rock.
When asked if he was disappointed that his WrestleMania 40 opponent was Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns was clear: his focus was on being the main event and defending his title against anyone challenging him. He 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… It was the same task in hand for me.”
The storyline leading up to WrestleMania 40 was notably fluid. After Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, he initially declared he would not challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship. This opened the door for The Rock to be the challenger. However, fan backlash resulted in a switch back to Rhodes issuing the challenge, prompting The Rock to turn heel and align with Reigns as "The Final Boss." The Rock and Reigns teamed up to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, with Rhodes eventually defeating Reigns to win the WWE Championship on Night 2. With the anticipated cousin vs. cousin match not taking place at the event, a question remained about whether such a bout might happen in the future. Reigns suggested it’s a possibility if fans vocalize their interest loudly 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 an unannounced WWE appearance at last month’s Bad Blood event without revealing his intentions, could re-enter the WWE scene soon—possibly at Survivor Series during the ongoing feud involving The Bloodline, setting the stage for a future showdown.
Boxer Tommy Fury Teases WWE Ambitions
Tommy Fury, 25-year-old professional boxer and younger brother of former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has hinted at a potential future in WWE. In a recent YouTube video posted after attending a WWE UK show, Fury expressed enthusiasm about the wrestling world and the superstars he met backstage, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
In his video, Fury said, “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.”
His brother Tyson Fury previously worked with WWE, having competed in a single match at Crown Jewel 2019 and drawing attention again in 2022 when he knocked out Austin Theory from the audience at WWE Clash at the Castle.
Tommy Fury is noteworthy for his undefeated professional boxing record (10-0) and for being the only boxer to have defeated Jake Paul. With Logan Paul now an established WWE Superstar and former United States Champion, a potential rivalry or partnership involving the Fury brothers and the Paul brothers could be an intriguing storyline that appeals beyond traditional wrestling fans.
Oba Femi’s Recent Absence from NXT Sparks Speculation
Oba Femi, a former NXT North American Champion, has not appeared on NXT programming since his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27, prompting speculation about his status.
According to Fightful Select, Femi has been absent from NXT tapings for roughly a month. While the exact reason remains unclear, possibilities include a needed break following two significant losses or preparation for an eventual main roster call-up.
Femi had an impressive run after his televised debut in April 2023, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee, enjoying a title reign lasting a record 272 days. His sudden losses to D’Angelo could be part of a storyline reset.
Fans and insiders anticipate that when Femi returns, he will likely be positioned as a strong contender for the NXT Championship, potentially challenging current titleholder Trick Williams.
Final Notes
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As WWE continues to evolve its storylines with seasoned legends like The Rock, rising stars like Oba Femi, and crossover athletes like Tommy Fury, the coming months promise plenty of drama and action inside the squared circle.
Stay tuned for more updates on WWE and the broader sports world.