WWE Superstar Oba Femi delivers a humbling performance, leaving a former champion in his wake on RAW! You might think you know the power of a WWE superstar, but Oba Femi is proving to be a force to be reckoned with on the main roster. This week on RAW, he was called out by a former three-time United States Champion, and Femi certainly didn't disappoint the eager crowd as he made his entrance.
Last week, Rusev, also known as The Bulgarian Brute, had an encounter with the Nigerian wrestler on the red brand. Femi had interrupted Rusev before Adam Pearce, leading to Rusev's desire for retribution. However, Rusev's quest for payback only led to him being further embarrassed by Femi's overwhelming presence.
Oba Femi Overpowers Rusev in a Stunning Display on WWE RAW
Rusev, seeking a match, called out The Ruler. Oba Femi answered the challenge, and while an official match didn't immediately commence, neither superstar held back in their intense exchange of blows. The excitement was palpable as they went toe-to-toe.
And this is the part most people miss... The peak of this heated confrontation saw The Bulgarian Brute charge off the ropes, only to be met with a devastating Chokeslam from Oba Femi. The 27-year-old sensation then followed up with a powerful Clothesline, sending Rusev soaring over the top rope and out of the ring. In a show of dominance, Femi then casually removed his t-shirt. A visibly frustrated and humiliated Rusev did not make an attempt to return to the ring to continue the brawl.
Be careful what you wish for, Rusev! 😬 @Obaofwwe is the RULER for a reason!
Interestingly, this encounter served as a stark reminder of how The Ruler had previously eliminated Rusev from the 2026 Royal Rumble. In that instance, The Bulgarian Brute's time in the ring lasted a mere 32 seconds before the former two-time NXT Champion swiftly ended his participation.
Later in the episode, it was officially announced that The Bulgarian Brute and The Ruler will clash in an official match on next week's RAW. It's worth noting that Oba Femi hasn't been officially assigned to a specific brand since his main roster call-up. Instead, he's been making appearances on both RAW and SmackDown, demonstrating his versatility and impact across the shows. He's already secured victories over Kit Wilson twice on SmackDown and also defeated The Miz last week. The burning question now is: will Rusev be able to break Femi's impressive winning streak on WWE RAW next week?
But here's where it gets controversial... Some might argue that Femi's dominance, while impressive, is being used to build him up too quickly at the expense of established stars like Rusev. Is this the right approach for long-term storytelling, or is it a sign of a superstar being pushed too hard, too soon? What are your thoughts on this rapid ascent? Let us know in the comments below!
