Oba Femi has quickly become one of the most dangerous stars on WWE RAW. Last week the powerhouse continued his dominant run as he defeated Otis in a hard-hitting match. Akira Tozawa was originally supposed to face him, but Otis stepped in for him to try and stop The Ruler. Oba showed again why many fans consider him the future of WWE.
Now the former NXT Champion is ready to continue his open challenge on RAW. “The challenge is there for anyone. Literally any superstar could walk out and challenge him tonight. Some names may pose a serious challenge to him, while others may just be another victim of his dominance.
Here are five WWE superstars that could respond to Oba Femi’s open challenge on RAW this week.
5. Los Americanos Could Try Their Luck
WWE could use the open challenge to create a quick but entertaining segment by having both Rayo and Bravo Americano step up together.
The masked duo has mostly been helping El Grande Americano in recent weeks, but tonight they could try to make a name for themselves by targeting Oba Femi. Of course, taking on someone like The Ruler is not an easy task.
This could easily turn into a handicap match where Oba destroys both superstars and continues his monster push. Even though it may only be a short filler match, it would still make Oba look even more unstoppable on RAW.
4. Dragon Lee Could Bring Speed Against Power
Dragon Lee has not been featured heavily since his rivalry with Gunther ended. The former tag team champion is one of the fastest and most exciting wrestlers on the roster, and he could be a very interesting opponent for Oba Femi.
Unlike some of Oba’s previous challengers, Dragon Lee could actually push the big man with his quick offense and fearless style. Fans would likely enjoy seeing the contrast between Lee’s speed and Oba’s raw strength.
Even if Dragon Lee loses, a competitive match could help both stars look strong while giving RAW another exciting showdown.
3. LA Knight Might Return to RAW
LA Knight remains one of the loudest crowd favorites in WWE today. Since WrestleMania, however, he has not been involved in any major storyline.
Tonight could be the perfect time for Knight to return and answer Oba Femi’s challenge. The crowd reaction alone would instantly make the segment feel important.
Knight’s charisma and confidence could create some entertaining moments before the match even begins. While Oba is currently being booked as a dominant force, WWE may still allow Knight to give him a tougher fight than most opponents.
A short rivalry between the two could also help keep both stars busy heading into the next premium live event.
2. Omos Could Finally Return
One of the biggest surprises WWE could deliver tonight is the return of Omos.
The giant superstar has not appeared regularly on WWE television for a long time, but many fans still remember his intimidating presence. Seeing Omos stand face-to-face with Oba Femi would instantly create a massive moment on RAW.
Both men are known for their incredible power, and their clash could turn into a true battle between giants. WWE could easily build this into a longer storyline if the crowd reacts positively.
Even though Oba is heavily protected right now, Omos might still be one of the few stars physically capable of matching him.
1. Ilja Dragunov Could Start a Huge Rivalry
Ilja Dragunov may be the most exciting possible challenger for Oba Femi tonight.
The former United States Champion has not been involved in a major storyline for quite some time, and fans have been waiting for WWE to give him another big opportunity. An open challenge would be the perfect way to bring him back into the spotlight.
Dragunov’s intensity is unmatched. Every match he competes in feels brutal, emotional, and unpredictable. Against a powerhouse like Oba Femi, the chemistry could be incredible.
This matchup also feels different from the others because it has real long-term rivalry potential. WWE could easily stretch this feud over several weeks and turn it into one of RAW’s biggest attractions.
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