Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Rivalries; Tommy Fury Shows Interest in WWE; Oba Femi’s NXT Absence Sparks Speculation
In recent developments from the WWE Universe, Roman Reigns has opened up about his experiences facing Cody Rhodes and the possibility of a future match against The Rock. Meanwhile, boxing star Tommy Fury has hinted at a potential wrestling career with WWE, and NXT competitor Oba Femi has been notably absent from recent tapings, sparking curiosity about his status.
Reigns on WrestleMania 40 and The Rock Match Prospects
During an interview on the Sports Illustrated Media podcast, Roman Reigns discussed the main event dynamics of WrestleMania 40. Originally, it appeared Reigns might face The Rock, his cousin and WWE legend, but the main event shifted to a match against Cody Rhodes following Rhodes’ Royal Rumble victory.
Reigns expressed that the opponent was secondary to his role in the main event, stating, “It didn’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.” After fan backlash prompted Rhodes to challenge Reigns after all, The Rock turned heel and aligned with Reigns, teaming together to defeat Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40. On Night 2, Rhodes claimed the WWE Championship from Reigns.
Addressing the missed opportunity to face The Rock at WrestleMania, Reigns indicated that such a match could happen in the future if fans demand it. “If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen,” Reigns said. The Rock made an unannounced appearance at WWE’s Bad Blood event but has not indicated his next steps. With the ongoing Bloodline storyline and upcoming Survivor Series WarGames match, speculation remains high about a possible future showdown.
Tommy Fury Expresses Interest in WWE Career
Tommy Fury, a professional boxer and younger brother of Tyson Fury, has hinted that he may pursue a career in professional wrestling. Posting from backstage at a recent WWE UK tour event, Fury praised several WWE Superstars including Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes and expressed gratitude to WWE for their hospitality. “I look forward to possibly climbing through them ropes one day,” he said.
With an unblemished 10-0 boxing record and notable victory over Jake Paul, Tommy Fury’s potential crossover into wrestling could attract mainstream interest, particularly given his family ties and the ongoing prominence of the Paul brothers in WWE. This has led to speculation that a tag team or rivalry involving the Fury and Paul siblings could be a compelling storyline in the future.
Oba Femi’s Recent NXT Absence Raises Questions
Former NXT North American Champion Oba Femi has not been seen at NXT tapings since late October, following his loss to Tony D’Angelo at Halloween Havoc. Femi, who made a strong debut in April 2023 by winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and capturing the North American title with a then-record 272-day reign, has been notably absent.
The reason for his hiatus remains undisclosed. It could be a strategic break following consecutive defeats, a possible injury, or preparations for a main roster call-up. When he does return, industry insiders consider Femi a prime candidate to compete for the NXT Championship.
These developments highlight a dynamic period in WWE, with top stars reflecting on past battles, new talents contemplating their futures, and rising stars temporarily stepping back—each shaping the evolving landscape of professional wrestling.
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