Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40, The Rock, and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Eyes WWE Future; Oba Femi’s NXT Status Uncertain
In the latest updates from the WWE universe, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts on his WrestleMania 40 main event experience with Cody Rhodes and the potential for a future showdown with The Rock. Meanwhile, boxer Tommy Fury has hinted at a possible wrestling career with WWE, and rumors swirl regarding Oba Femi’s absence from NXT programming.
Roman Reigns on WrestleMania 40 and Potential Rock Match
Roman Reigns recently appeared on the SI Media podcast, hosted by Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina, to discuss his WrestleMania 40 circumstances and his views on rivals Cody Rhodes and The Rock. Reigns addressed the uncertainty that circulated regarding whether he would face Rhodes or The Rock at the event.
When asked if he was disappointed to go up against Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns was unequivocal about the importance of being in the main event spotlight, regardless of the opponent.
"It doesn’t matter to me. I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with," Reigns said. "They’re trying to stop history from happening, trying to take us off the pinnacle. So it was the same task in hand for me."
Initially, after Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, he declared he would not challenge Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania, opening the door for The Rock to step in. However, fan dissatisfaction with the switch led to Rhodes reversing course, and The Rock turned heel, adopting the moniker “The Final Boss” and teaming with Reigns. Together, they defeated Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, only for Rhodes to capture the WWE title from Reigns on Night 2. Reigns also weighed in on the possibility of a future match against The Rock, emphasizing that fan enthusiasm 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," Reigns remarked. The Rock made an unannounced return last month at Bad Blood but has not revealed his intentions nor appeared since. With the ongoing build-up to the WarGames match between the original and new Bloodline factions at Survivor Series, speculation mounts that The Rock could re-emerge and set the stage for a clash with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Explores WWE Prospects
Boxer Tommy Fury, the younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has sparked interest in a potential WWE career. Sharing a backstage video from a recent WWE UK tour event on YouTube, Tommy met several WWE Superstars, including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
Fury expressed gratitude for the warm reception and hinted at his wrestling aspirations: "I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows? But it’s been a great night."
Tommy Fury, currently undefeated with a 10-0 boxing record, is notable for defeating Jake Paul, positioning him well for a crossover into wrestling, especially given his connections to the Paul family. Logan Paul, Jake’s brother, is a WWE Superstar and former United States Champion, suggesting that any future involvement by Tommy could lead to intriguing matchups or even tag team scenarios pitting the Fury brothers against the Paul brothers.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Sparks Speculation
Former North American Champion Oba Femi has not appeared in NXT television tapings or backstage since his defeat to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc on October 27. According to Fightful Select, there is no official explanation for Femi’s absence.
Femi, who made his NXT debut in April 2023, rapidly ascended by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship from Dragon Lee. He held the title for a record 272 days before losing it to D’Angelo and dropping the rematch at Halloween Havoc.
His recent disappearance has led to speculation about whether he is rehabbing an injury, preparing for a main roster call-up, or being temporarily sidelined to reset his character following two significant losses. Observers suggest that Femi has strong potential as a future contender for the NXT Championship upon his return, reinforcing his position as a key talent in WWE’s development system.
With WWE’s dynamic landscape continuing to evolve, fans will no doubt be watching closely for further developments involving Roman Reigns, The Rock, Tommy Fury, Oba Femi, and others shaping the future of professional wrestling.