WWE considers blockbuster match between Reigns and Femi for WrestleMania 43
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026

WWE is reportedly building towards a highly anticipated match between Roman Reigns and Oba Femi for WrestleMania 43, scheduled for April 2026. Reigns, currently Raw’s World Heavyweight Champion, is expected to retain his title through the event. This match's delay raises concerns about the impact on other competitors in Raw’s main event scene, as Femi may face limited opportunities until the showdown. The dissatisfaction stems from the perception that WWE's booking lacks excitement compared to the more dynamic title scene on SmackDown, where multiple challengers are actively competing for the championship.
- •Roman Reigns is the reigning World Heavyweight Champion on Raw.
- •Oba Femi is set to challenge Reigns at WrestleMania 43.
- •Femi previously opted out of a SummerSlam title match for another storyline.
- •Current booking on Raw is criticized for lacking exciting developments.
- •SmackDown features a competitive title scene with multiple contenders.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Why WWE Should Avoid Roman Reigns Vs. Oba Femi At WrestleMania 43
"WWE has seemingly set the stage for Roman Reigns vs. Oba Femi at WrestleMania 43, but here's why the creative team should avoid it.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 6:00 AMCageside Community Wrestler Rankings, Season 15: Week 28 results & Week 29 vote
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 5:16 AMRey Mysterio suspended and accused of extramarital affair in AAA
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 3:32 AMAEW Collision results, discussion (Nov. 7, 2026): Live on Jericho cruise
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 3:30 AMWrestling Shuts Out LIU 51-0, Then Beats Navy by the Same 24-12 as a Year Ago
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 2:45 AMChelsea Green stays sad after Tiffany Stratton’s heel turn and cash-in
WWE•Nov 8, 2026, 1:30 AMWWE AAA Heroes Inmortales results, live discussion Week 3 (Nov. 7, 2026): Hall of Fame induction
