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  • Swerve Strickland Praises Oba Femi, Says He Belongs In Main Events

    Swerve Strickland Praises Oba Femi, Says He Belongs In Main Events

    Swerve Strickland would love to see Oba Femi continue to conquer big things in his career.

    Oba Femi’s rise in the WWE from NXT to Monday Night Raw has been everything he has dreamed of. From dominating the scene with the best up-and-coming wrestlers in NXT to opening up WrestleMania against Brock Lesnar, Femi is truly becoming the Ruler of the WWE.

    During an appearance on The Bootleg Kev Podcast, Swerve Strickland, a former All Elite Wrestling Men’s World Champion discussed meeting Femi once at the gym and how he praised the big man, telling him he would be booked to win championships in his debut if Strickland had the pen to make it happen in a different world.

    “I met Oba [Femi] at the gym and I said, ‘If I had the pen, your debut would be winning that belt.’ Put him in main events. Perception is everything. People will buy it, but they got to see it.”

    Femi has been rag dolling and destroying talent all over Monday Night Raw, proclaiming himself as the new Ruler of the brand.

    Strickland is set to battle Bandido in the First Round of the 2026 Owen Hart Tournament at AEW Double Or Nothing.

    h/t to WrestlePurists for the transcription.

  • The “Next Big Thing”: Analyzing WWE’s Main Event Landscape for Late 2026

    The “Next Big Thing”: Analyzing WWE’s Main Event Landscape for Late 2026

    Under Triple H, the move from NXT to the main roster is a calculated strategy to build “TV-ready” global brands for the Netflix era. As Shawn Michaels noted, the goal is to create stars capable of headlining from day one. This ensures that athletes like Oba Femi or Je’Von Evans arrive as established marquee attractions for a pre-conditioned global audience.

    The End of the Tribal Chief Era: Oba Femi

    One name stands above all others when discussing pure physical dominance. Oba Femi is not just a powerhouse; he is a tactical anomaly in the ring. His transition from NXT to the main roster in early 2026—following a historic victory over Brock Lesnar—proved that he can carry the weight of a brand. His “IT-factor” stems from a combination of elite Nigerian collegiate shot-put athletics and a calm, menacing charisma that feels authentic.

    Predicting the success of a newcomer in the main event scene can sometimes feel as unpredictable as hitting a winning combination in Bangla slots, but with Femi, the risk seems minimal. To understand why he is the betting favorite for a potential world title run after his King of the Ring campaign, look at these specific performance markers:

    1. Unmatched Presence: He possesses the rare ability to command a room without saying a word, filling the vacuum left by the legends of the past decade.
    2. Technical Evolution: Despite his massive frame, his timing and safety in the ring are remarkably advanced, making him a reliable main-event worker.
    3. Global Marketability: His background and unique presentation make him a perfect ambassador for WWE’s expanding international footprint.

    Tiffy Time is Forever: The Women’s Evolution 2.0

    By late 2026, the women’s division has evolved beyond the “Four Horsewomen” era. The focus has shifted to stars who blend world-class athleticism with cinematic character work. Tiffany Stratton has transitioned from a promising prospect to a pillar of the industry. Her “Center of the Universe” persona has become the definitive heel archetype for the Gen-Z audience.

    The landscape is also shaped by international dominance:

    • Giulia and Stephanie Vaquer: Their arrival brought a “hard-hitting” style that forced the entire roster to adapt or be left behind.
    • Sol Ruca: After returning from injury, her innovative offense has redefined what fans expect from high-flyers in the women’s division.

    The Charisma of the Netflix Era

    As WWE moves fully into its partnership with major streaming platforms, the requirements for a top star are changing. High-definition cameras and global audiences demand personalities that feel larger than life. The modern fan expects a seamless experience on their mobile devices, whether they are watching a main event or checking odds on MelBet iOS between matches. This digital-first environment favors stars like Trick Williams, who understands how to go viral through social media clips and cinematic entrance presentations.

    The Pillars of 2026: Key Candidates

    While many athletes show promise, only a few possess the resilience to stay at the top. The following athletes are currently the front-runners for the “Next Big Thing” status:

    • Bron Breakker: Currently on the road to recovery after a heroic performance leading into WrestleMania 42, Bron remains the bridge between the Steiner family intensity and modern explosiveness.
    • Trick Williams: He represents the “vibe” of the current generation, possessing a connection with the live audience that is almost impossible to manufacture.
    • Je’Von Evans: At 22 years old, Evans is already a mainstay on Raw, offering a high-flying style that brings a different dynamic to the heavyweight-heavy main event scene.
    • Tony D’Angelo: Having just secured the NXT Championship at Stand & Deliver in St. Louis (April 2026), “The Don” has proven that character-driven personas are vital for the streaming era.

    The NIL Gamble: Risk vs. Reward

    The recruitment process has shifted toward NIL (Next In Line) athletes, bringing in top-tier talent from various sports backgrounds. This has created a roster that is faster and more disciplined, but it also raises a vital question: is the “soul” of the business at risk? While these athletes are elite, the veteran presence of performers who “grew up in the business” remains essential to prevent the product from feeling too manufactured.

    By the end of 2026, the distinction between a “developmental wrestler” and a “main roster star” will be almost non-existent. We are moving toward a unified ecosystem where meritocracy ensures the main event landscape remains fresh and ready for the future.

  • WWE’s Future Runs Through Oba Femi

    WWE’s Future Runs Through Oba Femi

    From NXT standout to WrestleMania moment, Oba Femi’s rise signals WWE’s next dominant force.

    Oba Femi looks every bit like WWE’s next breakout star. The question is not whether he will become a main-event fixture, and future World Champion, but how quickly he will get there.

    The rise of Oba Femi is not built on hype alone. It is rooted in a background that mirrors many of the company’s most successful crossover athletes. Before stepping into the ring, Femi was a standout collegiate track and field athlete, specializing in the shot put. That foundation shows up immediately in his in-ring style. His power is not manufactured. It is real, explosive, and controlled. A once in a life time talent.

    Femi’s upbringing adds a layer of authenticity that cannot be taught. Born in Nigeria and later moving to the United Stares, he developed a blend of cultural discipline and adaptability that shows up every time he is on screen. There is a calm intensity in how he carries himself, rooted in lived experience rather than performance, and it translates into a presence that feels deliberate and controlled. He does not rely on over the top theatrics to sell dominance. Instead, his demeanor, pacing and body language project it naturally, giving him a credibility that many performers spend years trying to build.

    His journey to WWE came through the company’s NIL program, a pipeline designed to recruit elite athletes and mold them into performers. While many prospects take years to find their footing, Femi accelerated through the system. By the time he arrived in WWE NXT, he already looked comfortable under the bright lights.

    Femi’s NXT résume speaks for itself. He quickly established dominance, capturing gold and positioning himself as one of the brand’s most credible threats. More importantly, he did it with consistency. His matches told a clear story. His presence demanded attention. In a developmental system filled with potential, he separated himself as someone ready now. One would think he had 10 years of experience under his belt.

    That readiness led to his call-up, and WWE wasted little time placing him in a meaningful situation… Brock Lesnar. The defining moment came on the grandest stage of them all, at this past weekends WrestleMania 42. In a result that signaled a clear shift in direction, Femi defeated and surprisingly retired the living legend of Brock  Lesnar. If that’s not a new direction, then I don’t know what is.

    Moments like that are not handed out lightly. Lesnar has long been positioned as an attraction, a measuring stick reserved for only the most trusted talent. He is the most powerful and accomplished man in combat sports history. For Femi to be placed in that role, and to deliver, speaks volumes about how WWE views his ceiling.

    There is still work to be done. Charisma must continue to evolve. Storytelling will need to deepen. Those things will be fine tuned. But the foundation is already stronger than most at this stage.

    WWE has spent years searching for its next dominant force. In Oba Femi, it may have already found him.

  • WWE Raw Results – April 20, 2026

    WWE Raw Results – April 20, 2026

    On April 20th, 2026 WWE aired the 1,717th episode of Raw live in Las Vegas Nevada inside T Mobile Arena & can watch it on Netflix.

    • -Kicking off this week’s Raw with a recap of WrestleMania 42.
    • -Oba Femi comes to the ring & said the ruler as arrived then leaves.
    • -A backstage segment featuring The Kabuki Warriors plays.
    • -Asuka says she aims to remind Iyo Sky how her relationship with Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley is working out for her.
    • -She says Sky not only made her own choice to turn her back on Asuka but tried to corrupt Kairi Sane against her too.
    • -Now she & Sane will teach her to rue that choice.
    • Tag Team Match
      Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky defeated The Kabuki Warriors (Kairi Sane & Asuka) via Over The Moonsault on Sane (11:37)
    • -Adam Pearce congratulated Intercontinental Champion Penta on his win and calls the Ladder match incredible.
    • -He wasn’t sure how Penta could possibly follow that performance.
    • -Je Von Evans congratulated Penta but said he planned to become the Intercontinental Champion soon.
    • -Penta said the title wasn’t leaving him any time soon then Penta left.
    • Pearce introduced Ethan Page to Evans as the newest member of Raw.
    • -Page mocks Evans for thinking he deserved another title shot.
    • -Page said he always gets what he wants and he wants the Intercontinental Title.
    • -Unlike Evans he wouldn’t need a 2nd shot at it.
    • Evans got in his face so Pearce put them in a singles match tonight.
    • -Evans told Page nobody was taking his spot especially not you.
    • -CM Punk said he’s dealing with a lot of loss over the past few months, name-checking Duke Roufus & Larry among several other colleagues and dear friends to have passed away.
    • -He uses that as a segue to his loss at WrestleMania on Sunday, although he admits the losses out of the ring stung him far more.
    • -He says that the support the fans provide him day in and day out is why he doesn’t just break down from all his losses and he knows with their support he’ll find a way to deal with this one too.
    • -He says he could have just stayed at home after losing the World Heavyweight Title the 1st time around but because he stayed ready he landed himself another opportunity and become the champion again.
    • -He says that if he had just broken down and given up then the crowd would be listening to Jey Uso in his position right now.
    • -The crowd boos and he says he doesn’t understand why, he likes to Yeet too.
    • He says he will not be taking vacation after this, because he never knows when an opportunity is going to fall out of the sky.
    • -Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes’ music hits & he comes to the ring.
    • -Rhodes gets in the ring and Punk can’t help but have a look at the eye.
    • -Punk offers to leave as to not step on his toes but Rhodes says this is Monday night Raw and this is his time.
    • Rhodes says he’s the one that feels and looks like a loser, Punk jokes around as to whether that was intended to be a dig at him.
    • -He continues to talk Rhodes and his victory up making the case that it was easier for him to beat Reigns than Rhodes beat Orton due to the nature of their relationships.
    • -Punk admits he was a loser and Rhodes wasn’t but he will stay ready.
    • -He turns his attention to the Undisputed WWE Title because you never know when an opportunity is going to fall out the sky.
    • -Hey Punk Rhodes calls after him as he leaves & said You say when.
    • -A vignette plays for Finn Balor after his victory over Dominik Mysterio on Night 1 of WrestleMania 42 .
    • -He says that he expected the betrayal from Mysterio but it was JD McDonagh that surprised him.
    • -He talks about their history together and how McDonagh had a choice and he chose Mysterio.
    • -He says that tonight, he will take him out.
    • Ethan Page defeated Je Von Evans via Twisting Grin (9:45)
    • -After the match Rusev enters the ring and puts a beat down on Evans.
    • -He cinches in The Accolade until Intercontinental Champion Penta’s music hits and he makes the save.
    • -He almost fights Rusev off before Page returns to help Rusev take him out as well.
    • -Page leaves Rusev to it as he cinches in The Accolade to Penta in the middle of the ring.
    • -Rusev picks up the Intercontinental Title and poses with it.
    • -New Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan says that is the smartest thing the Las Vegas crowd has said all day.
    • -She thanks the entirety of the Judgment Day for helping her get here and then she thanks Stephanie Vaquer for their match.
    • Sol Ruca’s music plays to cut Morgan off.
    • -Ruca says she has been watching Morgan and she is an inspiration to her congratulating her on the title win.
    • -Morgan says she has some nerve interrupting her championship celebration and says because she appreciates the comments she will give her some free advice: she is not Liv Morgan and she should get out of her ring.
    • Pearce comes out before things can boil over bringing Jessika Carr out to book a match between them right away.
    • Non Title Match
      Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan defeated Sol Ruca via ObLIVion (11:54)
    • -A package plays celebrating Brock Lesnar’s career after his seeming retirement at WrestleMania 42.
    • -It features old footage of his collegiate wrestling days, his UFC run complete with an old interview from Dana White and his return to WWE.
    • -Paul Heyman says his name is Paul Heyman.
    • -He says his favorite part about WrestleMania is that he should expect the unexpected and he did not expect what happened to Lesnar at WrestleMania and it will live in his heart forever.
    • -Heyman takes umbrage with the production team for having Lesnar in the Now section of the opening intro demanding that they change it and put him in the Forever section.
    • -Heyman says he wants to talk about the now, the resurgence in the tag team division thanks to Austin Theory & Logan Paul.
    • -Heyman hands the mic over to Paul for a personal message.
    • -Paul goes to speak but he stops as the boos louder when he starts again.
    • -He talks about IShowSpeed being a backstabber is the sole reason they lost at WrestleMania.
    • Heyman saids that he hates these outsiders.
    • -He says nothing that happened matters because IShowSpeed left with a piece of Paul’s fist in his face and he & Theory still left the World Tag Team Champions.
    • -Heyman then resumes and thanks Gunther for what he did at WrestleMania saying that his repayment is ready whenever and wherever he chooses to accept it. But the man he mostly credits is then introduced Bron Breakker making his entrance.
    • -Breakker says it is one year since he became the leader of The Vision, saying Seth Rollins was too weak and adds that his favorite part of WrestleMania was ripping away victory from beneath him.
    • -Rollins’ music hits and The Vision turn their attention to the ramp but he appears in the ring behind them and drops Breakker with a chair to the back.
    • -He falls prey to the numbers game of Theory & Paul before the Street Profits’ theme plays.
    • -They come down to the ring and make the save by taking out Theory & Paul taking them for a brawl into the crowd.
    • -Back in the ring and Breakker has Rollins lined up for a spear.
    • -Rollins catches him mid run with a superkick then sets up for the Curb Stomp but Breakker avoids it and cuts him in half with a spear at last.
    • -Breakker dials up with multiple rope rebounds and drops Rollins with another spear.
    • Finn Balor defeated JD McDonagh via Coup De Grace (6:15)
    • -After the match Dominik Mysterio emerges and attacks Balor from behind but Balor gets the better of Mysterio before McDonagh rescues him.
    • -A backstage segment airs with Gunther being interviewed by Jackie Redmond.
    • -He refuses to answer as to what the favor is he wants from Paul Heyman.
    • -He says people should get used to idea of the World Heavyweight Title around his waist.
    • LA Knight comes into frame and said he would also be pursuing the World Heavyweight Title too.
    • -We cut to Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky crying.
    • -Ripley makes it clear she is leaving for Smackdown but before she does, Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan is there to say I guess I’ll be seeing you around before Ripley turns to her and says I’m looking forward to it.
    • -New World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns says he was going to talk about the future but then he ran into his cousins and it just made sense that he would discuss some family business first.
    • -He says he misses this. He misses being The Usos.
    • -He says that separated and scattered they’re weak and they have people disrespecting them.
    • He says when they were together, they ran the business for 4 years straight.
    • -And he’s not asking them to serve him, he’s asking them to be his blood and stand with him.
    • -Jimmy says he speaks for his brother when he says it, Reigns is the OTC. The Usos stand by Reigns and put their ones up.
    • Then Jacob Fatu’s music hits & Reigns says it’s been a while since the last time he saw him.
    • -There can only be a couple of reasons he would come out here, and he assumes it is to acknowledge him.
    • -Nah, that ain’t it Fatu says.
    • -Reigns says he guesses it’s because he wants the title.
    • -Fatu says he doesn’t want it, he needs it And to be clear, I’m not here to be the Tribal Chief but I need everything the Tribal Chief has.
    • -He needs it, even if he has to go through him before he makes the challenge for Backlash.
    • -Reigns says he wants all those things for him too and maybe he can beat him.
    • -But can he handle the burden of the title. And if he loses, can he handle the burden of having to acknowledge him.
    • -He says he isn’t yes and he’s not saying no. He is giving Fatu until next week to come to a final decision, and he will see him then, little cousin.
    • -As the show goes off air, Reigns can be heard telling Jimmy to talk some sense into Fatu.
  • WWE RAW: Oba Femi Kicks Off Raw, Officially Arrives

    WWE RAW: Oba Femi Kicks Off Raw, Officially Arrives

    WWE RAW after Wrestlemania is always a big time show coming off of the biggest pay-per-view of the year. Tonight’s edition kicked off with the man everyone is talking about after last night, Oba Femi.

    Oba Femi defeated Brock Lesnar and sent him into retirement at WrestleMania 42. Now, The Ruler kicked off tonight’s episode of Monday Night RAW and made it very simple. The Ruler has arrived. That’s all.

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    Oba Femi has been up on the main roster for weeks, but after this huge victory at Wrestlemania, he’s truly come into his own as The Ruler. BodyslamPlus.net had the report that Oba Femi would kick off Raw. You can subscribe to find out full Raw details.

  • The Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition

    The Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition

    Wrestlemania 42 is officially in the books and.. boy did it fly by! It came and it went. What a weekend. Welcome to the Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition. Where I give my thoughts and opinions and you either agree or disagree. Let’s get into it!

    I want to get this out of the way. In my humble opinion, night 2 saved the weekend. Night 2 had the star power, the matches, and the build for these matches were better than half of the matches on night 1.

    So let’s start from the top. John Cena comes out and welcomes everyone back for night 2 of Wrestlemania after a historic and incredible night 1. Now I don’t know what show Cena watched. But I don’t think we watched the same one. He hyped up Oba VS Lesnar and then walked away.

    First up, was the match I have been looking forward to since it was announced, Oba VS Lesnar. Now I’ve seen a lot of people say that the match was way too short. Here’s the thing. For me it lived up to the expectations. This match was made to make Oba Femi look strong and it did just that. It gave Oba his mania moment. It was chaos, it was fun, and the people love Femi. The talk of the night was the ending. When the match was over, Lesnar stayed back and took his gloves and boots off and laid them in the ring. Heyman and Lesnar were very emotional to close it as he left the ring. So is he retired? I don’t think so. But we shall see. Rating: 8/10

    Next up, the 6 man ladder match for the Intercontinental Championship. The attires? On point. The match? Incredible, this match was everything I expected it to be and more. It had the athleticism, the crowd was in it, it had the spots, and the moments. It was a true Wrestlemania style ladder match. I truly didn’t expect Penta to win but to my surprise he did and I was very okay with it. Rating: 9.5/10

    Up next, Trick Williams VS Sami Zayn for the United States Championship. This match was good. I wish I had more and Trick got showcased more than he did, this match seemed to of flew by. Trick is over and Vegas HATED Sami. Trick winning the title was the right call. WWE needs to continue pushing him to the moon. Rating: 7/10

    Next was the return of the alter ego. The Demon. Dirty Dom Mysterio VS Finn Balor. Before I go into the match I just wanna say. These entrances were fantastic. The king of the luchadores entrance was great and the return of the demon was excellent. I said out loud during Finn’s entrance “he actually looks happy and looks like he’s having fun”. The match itself lived up to the story. It had everything. The addition of the street fight stipulation was a welcomed one and I feel like added a little more excitement. However I wish I had more. More outside of the ring moments and maybe even some in the crowd moments. But this match was great. I would say this was probably my 3rd favorite match of the night. 8.5/10

    Next was the Woman’s Championship match. First things first. I hated that Rhea came out last with no special entrance. I get that they may of done that for a reason but I just didn’t enjoy it. This match was pretty good. Another match I think we needed more of. The addition of IYO got a huge pop and I was very happy with that. Rhea winning was okay. We knew it would happen. I was hoping for a swerve and they kept building Jade up and getting her better but I guess not. Let’s see what’s next for her. Rating: 7/10

    The Danhausen segment was incredible. I loved everything about it and I love that they are going all in on Danhausen. He is incredible and very good for WWE.

    The main event. The match to end the weekend. Incredible, outstanding. I have so many words I could use but you would be reading this for a while. This match was everything. We knew that Roman would most likely be winning this one and at the end of the night. He ultimately did. I’m interested to see what they do with Punk now. How often is Roman going to show up? Is this ultimately leading to Riyadh for the rumored Rock VS Roman match? I guess we will wait and see. Rating: 9/10

    That’s it! Mania is over and in the books. The build now begins for the next one. Obviously we still have the Raw after Mania which is normally a very big show as well as the Smackdown after Mania. What’s in store? Who knows! It’s post Wrestlemania season.. anything can happen! But for now I give Wrestlemania 42 an overall rating of 7/10.

    Thank you for joining me on the Wrestlemania Rundown: The Cody Edition. Maybe this will become a thing for all PLE’s. Who knows! But until then remember to subscribe to Bodyslam.net and follow us for all things wrestling.

     

  • Night 2 Entrances Longer Than Several Matches Across WrestleMania

    Night 2 Entrances Longer Than Several Matches Across WrestleMania

    WrestleMania has faced growing criticism from fans due to the heavy presence of commercials and the overall match length across both Night 1 and Night 2.

    The conversation intensified during the Night 2 main event, where the entrances for Roman Reigns and CM Punk lasted a combined 12 minutes and 26 seconds. Reigns’ entrance clocked in at 6:29, while Punk’s entrance lasted 5 minutes and 57 seconds.

    Notably, a commercial break lasting nearly 8 minutes aired right before the main event, further adding to fan frustration regarding the show’s pacing.

    When compared to match times across both nights, the entrances alone were longer than several bouts on the card:

    • Women’s Fatal 4-Way Tag Team Match: 8 minutes
    • Becky Lynch vs. AJ Lee: 8 minutes
    • Liv Morgan vs. Stephanie Vaquer: 7 minutes
    • The Usos & LA Knight vs. Vision/Speed: 7 minutes
    • United States Title Match: 7 minutes and 6 seconds
    • Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill: 10 minutes and 9 seconds
    • Finn Bálor vs. Dominik Mysterio (Street Fight): 10 minutes and 25 seconds
    • Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar: 4 minutes and 48 seconds

    The issue, however, is not necessarily presentation over substance, but rather the amount of time allocated to advertising. Many fans pointed out that commercials and non-wrestling segments significantly impacted how much in-ring action each match received.

    With WrestleMania being WWE’s biggest annual event, the balance between commercial commitments and match quality has become a major point of discussion coming out of the weekend.

  • WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 2 Results – April 19, 2026

    WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 2 Results – April 19, 2026

    On April 19th, 2026 WWE aired the 2nd & final night of the 42nd annual WrestleMania live in Las Vegas Nevada inside Allegiant Stadium & can watch it on ESPN (United States) & Netflix (Everywhere else).

    • Oba Femi defeated Brock Lensar via Fall From Grace (4:48) (Recommend)
    • Intercontinental Title Fatal 6 Way Ladder Match
      Penta (c) defeated JD McDonagh, Rey Mysterio, Je Von Evans, Dragon Lee & Rusev (15:16) (STILL CHAMPION!!!!) (Recommend)
    • United States Title Match
      Trick Williams defeated Sami Zayn (c) via Trick Shot (7:06) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!)
    • Street Fight
      Finn Balor defeated Dominik Mysterio via Coup De Grace (10:25)
    • Women’s Title Match
      Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill (c) via Riptide (10:09) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!)
    • World Heavyweight Title Match
      2026 Royal Rumble Winner Roman Reigns defeated CM Punk (c) via Spear (33:57) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!) (Recommend)
  • WrestleMania: Brock Lesnar Retires From WWE Following Loss

    WrestleMania: Brock Lesnar Retires From WWE Following Loss

    Brock Lesnar is no longer an active member of the WWE roster, as he has retired at WrestleMania 42 following his opening match loss to Oba Femi.

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    Brock Lesnar versus Oba Femi kicked off WrestleMania Night 2 on ESPN. In what was a fun sprint match, Oba Femi ultimately picked up the victory. But, the aftermath is what surprised all, when an emotional Brock Lesnar took his gloves and boots off, placing them in the center of the ring and signifying his retirement. Brock waved to the crowd, hugged Paul Heyman, and then celebrated with the fans while going up the ramp.

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    For Brock, this is the end of a career that started on March 18, 2002 when he debuted in WWE on Monday Night Raw. Brock was in a class at OVW with the likes of John Cena, Batista and Shelton Benjamin. Now, all except the latter are gone.

    In his career, Brock Lesnar became a 10-time world champion in WWE and has had huge moments, such as ending the Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak. Now, it’s all over. You can see highlights to Brock’s last match here.

  • WrestleMania: Oba Femi Crushes Brock Lesnar

    WrestleMania: Oba Femi Crushes Brock Lesnar

    Oba Femi versus Brock Lesnar kicked off night two of WrestleMania 42 and the anticipation was at an all-time high. Both of these beasts stood toe-to-toe and the crowd was loving it.

    The match kicked off with a simple collar and elbow tie-up, but it came to a stalemate and both men backed off. Then, Brock ran at Oba and couldn’t take him down, that’s when he realized this was going to be a tough night.

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    This match did not last long, Brock hit Oba with a couple suplex’s, threw him into the ring post, but Oba took it all with ease.

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    In the end, Brock Lesnar hit Oba Femi with an F-5, and he popped right back up, hit a Chokeslam, followed by a Fall From Grace, and won. Beat Brock Lesnar definitively with one giant power bomb!

    After the match, Brock Lesnar took off his gloves and boots and placed them in the center of the ring, retiring. Truly the end of an era.

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