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Newsweek
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Absent WWE Star May Be Sent to Another Promotion: Report
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE Superstar Omos could soon be making his presence felt outside of the company once again. After a successful special run in Japan earlier this year, a new report suggests "The Nigerian Giant" may be heading to Mexico next. According to a report from WrestleVotes, WWE has had internal discussions about sending Omos to Lucha Libre AAA. The potential move would be part of a unique strategy to build him into a global, special attraction. The Plan To Build An Attraction The report from WrestleVotes indicates that WWE wants to mirror the success of Omos's brief but impactful run with Pro Wrestling NOAH this past winter. The goal is to continue to build his aura and mystique outside of the weekly WWE television grind. "WWE creative has discussed sending Omos to AAA for a run, similar to his brief NOAH stint this past winter," the report stated. "Per source, the idea is to further establish him as a true special attraction outside the WWE bubble." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation A Modern Day Giant The "special attraction" is a time-honored tradition in professional wrestling, with the most famous example being the legendary Andre the Giant. These larger-than-life superstars are often booked sparingly to protect their mystique and are presented as unbeatable, must-see forces of nature. WWE's reported strategy with Omos seems to follow this classic booking philosophy. Roman and Seth celebrate in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille, France. Roman and Seth celebrate in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille, France. PHILIPPE HUGUEN/AFP/Getty Images Omos's WWE career has seen him in high-profile spots, including a reign as Raw Tag Team Champion with AJ Styles and major WrestleMania matches against Bobby Lashley and Brock Lesnar. However, booking a superstar of his immense size on a weekly basis can be a creative challenge. Sending him on special "tours" to other promotions allows him to have dominant performances and build his reputation as a global monster. The potential move to AAA is made possible by the current, thriving partnership between WWE and the Mexican promotion. In recent months, this "forbidden door" relationship has seen an unprecedented talent exchange. WWE's Los Garza are the reigning AAA World Tag Team Champions, and NXT's Lola Vice recently competed on a major AAA show. This collaboration makes the idea of a main roster WWE star like Omos appearing in AAA a very real possibility. Despite his long absence from WWE television—his last match was in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal in April 2024—the company has shown its commitment to the giant. In a recent interview, Omos confirmed that he had signed a new multi-year contract with WWE and has been training hard for his return. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Omos Comments On When He'll Return To The Ring
The tallest Superstar in the current WWE roster is the Nigerian Giant, Omos. He has seen a lot of success in his short time in the Stamford-based promotion. He has not competed inside a WWE ring since April of last year. However, his last professional wrestling match was back in January at Pro Wrestling NOAH. While speaking to Chris Van Vliet on his Insight Podcast, Omos opened up about when he thinks he will return to the squared circle. The Nigerian Giant mentioned that he knows he is a kind of special attraction, and thus, he is just waiting for the right occasion. He also said that whenever the time comes, he will be ready. Advertisement 'I don't know. I'm just waiting. I'm kind of in a scenario where I'm kind of like a special attraction. Whenever that time comes, I'm ready.' Omos reveals what advice he received from The Undertaker During the same interview, the Nigerian Giant shared the advice he had received from The Undertaker. 'I've been blessed from the first day. I remember the first time I met him. I was at NXT, this is when we were still filming at Full Sail. I'm walking to Gorilla in the back, and I see Hunter. Hunter goes, 'Hey, I have a special surprise for you.' He [Undertaker] just walks out, and I rarely get star-struck. I just go oh it's The Undertaker! He goes, 'Hey big fella', and he just gave me a big hug. I was shocked. I was shook. Advertisement 'I couldn't believe my eyes, and from that day it just became like a bond. He's pretty much like a, because he can't be my dad, sorry Taker, but he's been such a great influence on me, and I appreciate him. We talk quite often. He gives me advice. Whenever I'm trying to figure out a match or a spot, I always ask, What would Undertaker do? Because I do admire how he's been able to transcend the business, because he has built one of those characters that, even after he passes, that character is going to be forever,' Omos said. Are you looking forward to seeing Omos make his WWE return? The post Omos Comments On When He'll Return To The Ring appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Omos Reveals Why NOAH Run Didn't Last Longer
Why didn't Omos have a longer run with Pro Wrestling NOAH earlier this year? Back in January, Omos had a very promising month as a member of the Pro Wrestling NOAH roster and even captured championship gold. However, after a successful title defense on January 25, Omos announced that he was heading back to WWE and relinquished his title. Despite this, Omos hasn't been seen on WWE programming since. Advertisement WWE Superstar Omos recently spoke to WrestleZone via GamblingIndustryNews. When asked why his run in Pro Wrestling NOAH seemingly ended abruptly, Omos revealed the plan was always for him to only be there for a month. 'It was always the plan to spend one month there. I do hope I get to go back soon, but that was always the plan,' he revealed. 'I'm a married man, so being away from my wife for over a month was tough! I spent Christmas Day and New Year at home, then went to Japan for four and a half weeks. I loved it and had a blast in Japan, but still, I missed my wife, and I did want to be home, but I cannot wait to go back whenever that time comes.' READ MORE: Omos Comments On When He'll Return To The Ring What do you make of Omos' comments? Are you surprised his run with Pro Wrestling NOAH was only supposed to last a month? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Omos Reveals Why NOAH Run Didn't Last Longer appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Omos Provides Huge Update On His WWE Status
Omos hasn't been seen on WWE programming for quite some time. But what does that mean regarding his status with the company? WWE Superstar Omos recently spoke with GamblingIndustryNews. When asked what's next for him in his career, the former tag team champion revealed that he recently signed a new deal with WWE, and he'll be part of the roster for years to come. Advertisement 'Things are going very well. Can't complain. I'm really excited about what is to come,' Omos said. 'I've been training really hard and working on some new things. And I think it's going to be a really fun ride ahead. Especially because I just signed a renewal with WWE and will be there for years to come!' When asked how he approaches building his in-ring persona around his size, Omos said he's utilized acting classes to help him figure out his character. 'I think once I understood who Omos was, I was able to take acting classes, which helped a lot when shaping Omos as a character,' he said. 'I needed to work out what he did, what his mission was. So doing that on my own helped me with whatever WWE gave me, I was able to build on top of that.' READ MORE: Omos Reveals Why NOAH Run Didn't Last Longer Advertisement What do you make of Omos' comments? Are you excited to hear he's signed a new contract with WWE? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Omos Provides Huge Update On His WWE Status appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Omos is all set for an epic comeback after signing a new WWE deal
Omos (Image via WWE) Omos might have been missing from WWE TV for over a year, but that does not mean he is gone for good! The big superstar has signed a new multi-year deal with WWE, much to the surprise of many fans, and is now excited to make a strong comeback in the wrestling world. The 7-foot-3 superstar has not been on TV since the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania 40, but he has been busy training hard and adding new moves to his game. Some fans worried he might be let go by WWE, especially after many other Superstars were released in the last few months, but instead, Omos stayed with WWE, a big sign that the company still sees something special in him. What's coming next for Omos, though he is ready for it Omos has shared in a recent interview with Gambling Industry News about his future and what he has been up to during his break. He made it clear that he is putting in the hours to improve and come back even better. 'Things are going very well. I can't complain. I'm really excited about what is to come. I've been training really hard and working on some new things and I think it's going to be a really fun ride ahead, especially because I just signed a renewal with WWE and will be there for years to come!' Omos said. FULL MATCH — Bobby Lashley vs. Omos: WrestleMania 38 Sunday He also shared his experience wrestling in Japan with Pro Wrestling NOAH, which was a big turning point for him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo 'That was phenomenal, man. I was going through a little bit of a pause, just waiting around. I needed to go to Japan and I ended up finding myself as a performer and I needed to go to Japan for my personal and mental health. It was really good to go there and just kind of have this fresh restart again.' This shows Omos is not afraid to grow, learn, and come back much more prepared for WWE. Omos is happy for R-Truth's comeback While Omos prepares for his return, he is also happy for the comeback of another superstar, R-Truth . The veteran made a big return to WWE TV with a revamped character, adding to the happiness of fans. R-Truth: Ron Killings has arrived: Raw highlights, June 9, 2025 'Ron Killings… that guy. It was such a treat to see him on Monday Night Raw. That's probably one of the best promos I've seen in my entire life. It was just so raw. To see him have a resurgence and the backing of the people is just a treat to watch. I don't even think the audience was able to grasp the moment. But him and me being a black man, I was able to see beyond just the promo, sorry I'm getting emotional about it. I was able to see beyond the promo, understand what he was trying to get across. So dude I'm so beyond elated for him.' With Omos staying with WWE for years to come, it would be exciting to see what is up next for him, and for the stories that make WWE a must-watch show. Also Read: Omos Announces His WWE Return: A Giant Comeback
