Call-up insight, Royal Rumble buzz, and a major guest reveal
Summary
– Oba Femi discusses his call-up mindset and leaving NXT without being pinned for the title
– The Royal Rumble debut and Brock Lesnar face-off are framed as a long-term money tease
– A future in-studio John Cena appearance is announced as the show’s biggest booking yet
A new episode of the No-Contest Wrestling Podcast featured Oba Femi for a record-breaking third appearance, along with a major announcement that turned heads. The hosts framed the conversation around Femi’s rapid rise and the growing spotlight on the show’s guest lineup.
Femi explained that he knew the call-up was coming and said he had already signed a main roster deal before being assigned a brand. He credited NXT for building his confidence and said the stage feels the same once the bell rings, no matter how large the crowd is.
He also addressed leaving NXT without being pinned for the championship, calling it a rare honor that reflects where the company sees him. Femi added that he approaches creative decisions as part of the job and focuses on execution instead of reacting emotionally when plans change.
The discussion moved to his prime-time opportunities, including working with Cody Rhodes and participating in an event tied to John Cena’s retirement stretch. Femi shared that Cena’s advice centered on crowd connection and creating memorable moments, and he said those details have stayed with him.
Attention then shifted to Femi’s Royal Rumble debut, where he entered at number one and received a strong response. He said the Saudi crowd reaction was a surprise in the best way and noted that preparation in NXT helped him stay grounded in a massive stadium setting.
The Brock Lesnar face-off moment was treated as a clear business signal. Femi said the crowd reaction confirmed the matchup has value and explained why the segment was handled as a teaser rather than a full delivery in one night.
The episode also included a broader conversation about roster movement and injuries, but the biggest headline came at the end. The hosts announced that John Cena will appear in-studio on an upcoming episode, setting up what could be the most talked-about installment of the show to date.
