Roman Reigns Opens Up About The Rock and Cody Rhodes; Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in WWE; NXT Updates on Oba Femi
The WWE Universe continues to buzz with developments involving top stars and rising talent. Bleacher Report recently compiled several key updates, including Roman Reigns’ reflections on WrestleMania 40, boxing star Tommy Fury’s budding WWE aspirations, and the current status of NXT standout Oba Femi.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Opponents and Future Prospects
In a candid interview on the SI Media podcast, Roman Reigns shared his thoughts surrounding his WrestleMania 40 main event experiences, particularly regarding The Rock and Cody Rhodes. When asked by Sports Illustrated’s Jimmy Traina about any potential disappointment in facing Rhodes instead of his cousin, The Rock, Reigns was clear in his perspective: the identity of his opponent was secondary to his position as the main event star.
"It doesn’t matter to me," Reigns explained. "I was the main event. I’m the guy that everyone wanted to dance with… It didn’t matter who it is. They are trying to stop history from happening. They are trying to take us off the pinnacle right now, so it was the same task in hand for me."
Early plans had Rhodes, fresh off his 2024 men’s Royal Rumble victory, stepping away from challenging Reigns for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40, paving the way for The Rock to reclaim the spotlight. However, fan backlash prompted Rhodes to reverse his position, leading to The Rock turning heel as The Final Boss and teaming with Reigns. At the event, The Rock and Reigns defeated Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1, while Rhodes captured the WWE title from Reigns in the main event on Night 2. Addressing the possibility of a future match against The Rock, Reigns suggested that the decision heavily depends on fan demand. "If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen," he said. The Rock, who made a surprise return at the Bad Blood event last month, has yet to clarify his intentions since.
With the upcoming WarGames match pitting the new and original Bloodline factions against each other at Survivor Series, speculation grows about whether The Rock might return again, potentially setting the stage for a long-anticipated showdown with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Hints at a WWE Career After Backstage Visit
In other news, British professional boxer Tommy Fury has teased a possible future in professional wrestling with WWE. During a recent UK tour of WWE, Fury posted a YouTube video showing behind-the-scenes moments alongside WWE Superstars like Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther.
"So guys, that is a night at the WWE complete. All the wrestlers showing love…Thank you to the WWE for showing us such appreciation. And I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day. Who knows?" Fury said in the video.
At 25, Fury is the younger brother of former world heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury, who had a brief WWE stint including a match at Crown Jewel 2019. Tommy currently holds an undefeated 10-0 boxing record and is notably the only fighter to have defeated Jake Paul, drawing interest in a potential crossover appeal with WWE, especially considering Logan Paul’s involvement as a WWE Superstar.
This sibling rivalry across professions could spark mainstream interest, with fans anticipating potential storylines involving the Fury brothers and the Paul brothers.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Raises Questions
Reports have emerged about the unexplained absence of former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi from WWE television. According to Fightful Select, Femi has not appeared backstage or at NXT tapings since his loss to Tony D’Angelo on October 27 at Halloween Havoc.
Femi, a powerhouse athlete with a background in collegiate shot put, quickly made a mark in NXT after his debut in April 2023 by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American Championship, which he held for a record 272 days before dropping it to D’Angelo.
Although the reasons for his absence remain unclear—ranging from potential injury to creative direction—the expectation remains that Femi is likely preparing for a future run. When he returns, many anticipate him targeting the NXT Championship, continuing his rise within WWE’s developmental brand.
Conclusion
The WWE landscape remains dynamic, with Roman Reigns demonstrating his commanding main event presence, Tommy Fury hinting at a wrestling career, and Oba Femi’s status prompting speculation among NXT fans. As these stories evolve, WWE audiences can look forward to new rivalries, returns, and breakout moments in the months ahead.