Roman Reigns Shares Thoughts on The Rock and Cody Rhodes, Tommy Fury Hints at WWE Ambitions, and NXT Update on Oba Femi
In the latest developments from the WWE Universe, several noteworthy stories have captured fans’ attention, including Roman Reigns’ reflections on WrestleMania 40 opponents, boxer Tommy Fury’s expressed interest in pro wrestling, and rumors surrounding the recent absence of NXT star Oba Femi.
Roman Reigns Reflects on WrestleMania 40 Opponents and Future Prospects
During a recent interview on the Sports Illustrated Media podcast with Jimmy Traina, WWE superstar Roman Reigns opened up about his experiences facing both his cousin The Rock and Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40. Reigns discussed how the promotion had initially appeared undecided about whether he would headline the event against The Rock or Rhodes.
When asked whether he was disappointed to face Rhodes instead of The Rock, Reigns made it clear that the identity of his opponent was secondary to being 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," Reigns explained. He emphasized his focus was on defending his championship and maintaining his position at the pinnacle of WWE.
The match card received some reshuffling following Rhodes’ victory at the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, initially signaling The Rock as Reigns’ WrestleMania opponent. However, after fan backlash, Rhodes reversed his stance on challenging Reigns, prompting The Rock to turn heel, adopt the moniker "The Final Boss," and form an alliance with Reigns. The Rock and Reigns teamed up to defeat Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on Night 1 of WrestleMania 40, with Rhodes capturing the WWE Championship from Reigns on Night 2. Looking ahead, Reigns suggested that a long-anticipated clash with The Rock remains possible if the demand from fans is strong enough. "If that’s what the people want and The People’s Champ is down, I’m sure we can make something happen," Reigns stated. With The Rock’s surprise WWE return at last month’s Bad Blood pay-per-view and the upcoming WarGames match at Survivor Series pitting members of The Bloodline against each other, speculation is growing that The Rock may appear again and potentially build toward a high-profile match with Reigns.
Tommy Fury Teases Potential WWE Career Path
In related WWE news, British professional boxer Tommy Fury has hinted at future involvement with WWE after attending one of the company’s recent shows in the United Kingdom. Fury posted a backstage video on YouTube, celebrating his interaction with WWE Superstars including Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, and Gunther. He expressed gratitude towards the WWE and suggested the possibility of becoming a wrestler himself: "I look forward to possibly climbing through those ropes one day. Who knows?"
Tommy Fury, 25, has gained recognition in boxing, boasting an undefeated record and standing out as the only boxer to have defeated Jake Paul. He is also the younger brother of Tyson Fury, former world heavyweight boxing champion, who previously made a WWE appearance at Crown Jewel 2019 and was involved in a notable incident at Clash at the Castle 2022. Given Tommy Fury’s boxing pedigree and connections within the entertainment world, WWE could potentially utilize him in future storylines, particularly involving the Paul brothers, including Logan Paul, who is an active WWE Superstar and former United States Champion.
Oba Femi’s Absence from NXT Sparks Speculation
Meanwhile, NXT fans have noticed the absence of former North American Champion Oba Femi from recent programming. Sources indicate that Femi has not been present backstage at NXT tapings since his loss to Tony D’Angelo in the Halloween Havoc event on October 27. Oba Femi rose swiftly through NXT ranks after debuting in April 2023, winning the NXT Breakout Tournament and securing the North American Championship by cashing in on Dragon Lee. He maintained a record 272-day title reign until he was unexpectedly defeated by D’Angelo last month. Following a failed title rematch at Halloween Havoc, Femi hasn’t appeared on television, leading to speculation about the reasons behind his hiatus.
While the cause of Femi’s absence remains unclear—it could be a period of rest following consecutive losses or a possible main roster promotion—many believe he remains a strong contender for future NXT Championship opportunities, potentially positioning him to pursue the title currently held by Trick Williams.
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