Oba Femi Makes WWE Debut During 2026 Men’s Royal Rumble Match

The 2026 Royal Rumble took place at Riyadh Season Stadium in the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Surprises were around every corner, but one huge debut was already promoted by WWE, and fans were expecting Oba Femi.

After Oba Femi shocked the pro wrestling world by vacating his NXT Title at New Year’s Evil, he’s been expected on the main roster. The company aired hype vignettes for Femi up until the Royal Rumble, when it was announced that he will be a part of the big match.

Oba Femi didn’t wait long to make his debut on the WWE main roster at the Royal Rumble. The Ruler made his way into the match in the first entry.

The fact that Oba Femi got the first entry gave him a chance to receive a full entrance in Saudi Arabia. Fans in the arena were all about Oba Femi as he received a tremendous reaction. It is still uncertain which brand Oba Femi will be on at this point.

We will have to see what happens for Oba Femi on the WWE main roster. He certainly got off to a big start with the first entry in the 2026 men’s Royal Rumble match.

What’s your take on Oba Femi’s WWE debut? Do you believe that he will be the same Ruler he was in NXT? Let us know what you think in the comments section!