On Friday Night SmackDown, former NXT Champion Oba Femi made a powerful impression by defeating Kit Wilson in an extremely brief squash match. The 6’4” powerhouse, known as The Ruler, responded to Wilson’s open challenge and swiftly overwhelmed him, capturing the attention of the entire SmackDown locker room during his main roster debut.
Prior to the match, Wilson had drawn attention by proclaiming himself “the tonic to toxic masculinity” and daring anyone to face him. However, when Femi’s entrance music played, the atmosphere changed instantly as he approached the ring with confidence, dismissing Wilson’s declarations without hesitation.
A Swift and Decisive Victory
The contest barely lasted a few minutes, with Femi delivering a devastating uppercut in the corner and dominating Wilson physically throughout. The match concluded quickly when Femi executed his signature Fall From Grace finisher, leaving Wilson with no chance to mount a response. This overwhelming performance reinforced why Femi is viewed as a top talent in the WWE.
This victory follows Femi’s standout showing at the Royal Rumble, where he eliminated five opponents including Solo Sikoa and WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio. His intense confrontations with Brock Lesnar during that event have sparked speculation about a possible WrestleMania matchup between the two.
Recognition from WWE Leadership and Career Trajectory
Femi’s recent achievements have not gone unnoticed by WWE’s higher-ups. Reports indicate that WWE President Nick Khan and Executive Triple H praised Femi’s Royal Rumble performance during a recent company town hall in Stamford, Connecticut. Alongside fellow NXT call-ups Je’Von Evans and Sol Ruca, Femi’s rise has drawn significant internal acclaim.
Currently a free agent, Femi has been appearing on both Raw and SmackDown, recently overpowering the War Raiders on Monday Night Raw with the same aggressive style that earned him two NXT Championship reigns before he vacated the title in early January.
At just 26 years old, Femi’s swift transition to the main roster signals WWE’s strong confidence in his combination of size, athleticism, and natural presence. Fans and management alike are watching closely as he continues to establish himself.
What Lies Ahead for The Ruler
With his commanding debut now complete, the focus turns to where Oba Femi will settle long term, whether on Raw or SmackDown. The certainty is that he has firmly arrived as a potent force in WWE’s main roster landscape. The critical question no longer revolves around if Femi will succeed, but rather how rapidly he can ascend to championship status and become a defining star.
