Oba Femi made a commanding impact during his WWE Raw debut on Monday, swiftly overpowering the War Raiders without an official match. His arrival followed his recent main roster introduction at the Royal Rumble, positioning him as a formidable force within WWE’s ranks.
Overwhelming Assault on War Raiders
The War Raiders appeared in the opening hour, ready for action, but their plans were cut short when Oba Femi stormed to the ring. He executed a devastating powerbomb on Erik, followed by a chokeslam on Ivar. Femi then delivered a second powerbomb to Erik, completing his swift and brutal take down of the former Tag Team Champions. After standing tall over his defeated opponents, Femi exited the ring, leaving no room for a contest.
Oba Femi’s Credentials and Royal Rumble Performance
Before ascending to WWE’s main roster, Oba Femi made his mark as a two-time NXT Champion and held the NXT North American Championship. He vacated the NXT title last month to transition fully to the main roster. At the recent Royal Rumble, Femi drew the #1 entry spot and lasted 39 minutes, eliminating five competitors including Bron Breakker, Solo Sikoa, Rey Mysterio, Rusev, and Matt Cardona. His mid-match confrontation with Brock Lesnar was intense, though Lesnar ultimately eliminated him.
Uncertain Future Following a Dominant Showcase
Oba Femi’s dominant debut emphasizes his readiness to challenge top names in WWE Raw and reshapes expectations about tag team and singles competition dynamics. The decisive manner in which he subdued the War Raiders creates anticipation for his upcoming matches and potential rivalries, especially with established stars like Brock Lesnar still active on the roster.
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Free Agent @Obaofwwe makes an example of The War Raiders! pic.twitter.com/zaPLdFDpBW
— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2026
