How Oba Femi Can Revitalize WWE And The World Title Scene
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- Sports Money How Oba Femi Can Revitalize WWE And The World Title Scene By Blake Oestriecher,
- Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights.
- (Credit: Andrea Kellaway/WWE via Getty Images)WWE via Getty ImagesWWE, after a few years of being scorching hot, is slowly but surely cooling off.
Sports Money How Oba Femi Can Revitalize WWE And The World Title Scene By Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Blake Oestriecher is a columnist covering WWE, AEW and pro wrestling.Follow Author Jun 21, 2026, 01:12pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.Summary WWE is cooling off after a recent boom, facing declining viewership and fan dissatisfaction over high ticket prices. The company currently leans heavily on established stars like Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns, who previously drove its success. The upcoming Night of Champions event is seen as a critical juncture. While a predictable outcome is anticipated—Rhodes retaining his title and Jey Uso winning the King of the Ring tournament against Oba Femi—the article advocates for a bolder strategy. It suggests pushing rising star Oba Femi, whose rapid impact and strong crowd reactions could re-energize the product. Crowned King of the Ring and eventually world champion, Femi could help WWE escape its creative rut and regain momentum, rather than adhering to predictable storylines.
Oba Femi has taken WWE by storm in 2026. (Credit: Andrea Kellaway/WWE via Getty Images)WWE via Getty ImagesWWE, after a few years of being scorching hot, is slowly but surely cooling off.