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With his appearance on Saturday Night’s Main Event, Oba Femi’s move beyond NXT feels increasingly tangible. From his beginnings as a shot put standout at the University of Alabama to his steady rise through WWE’s Performance Center and NXT ranks, his path has been defined by preparation and consistency.
Oba Femi has achieved notable success in WWE's developmental brand since joining the company, securing victories in most of his matches. Given his potential, fans speculated about his promotion to the main roster after previously dropping the NXT Championship to Ricky Saints at No Mercy. But the authorities didn't pull the trigger.
The story of John Cena is the story of a wrestling era, a generation of WWE connecting to a younger audience through the story of a hero that would never give up.
Oba Femi says that there's nothing personal between he and Drew McIntyre, but that McIntyre did rob WWE fans at Saturday Night's Main Event.
WWE has hinted at a big surprise entrant for the men's 2026 Royal Rumble match. WWE will be taking its annual over-the-top-rope spectacle to Riyadh on Jan. 31. As is the case with every "Royal Rumble" show, some surprises are to be expected.
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Cody Rhodes wins WWE SNME opener vs. Oba Femi by DQ after Drew McIntyre interferes
Cody Rhodes emerged victorious in his match against NXT Champion Oba Femi at Saturday Night's Main Event, thanks to interference by Drew McIntyre.
WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque speaks highly of the NXT Champion Oba Femi after Saturday Night's Main Event.