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6 days ago
- 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
6 days ago
- 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.
Newsweek
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Signs New Contract
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 has ended speculation regarding his future with the company. He confirmed that he has signed a new contract extension. Fans had been questioning "The Nigerian Giant's" status for months. His last televised match in WWE took place in April 2024. Omos Confirms WWE Contract Extension The 7'3" superstar's future became a topic of discussion following a recent tour in Japan. He competed in seven matches for the Pro Wrestling NOAH promotion. In a new interview with Gambling Industry News, Omos revealed he is not going anywhere. He has signed a new deal to remain with WWE. Omos On His WWE Future He expressed excitement for what is to come under his new agreement. Omos stated he has been training hard on new skills. "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!" HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: A general stadium view during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: A general stadium view during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. The Nigerian Giant's WWE History Omos first appeared on WWE programming in 2020. He was initially a bouncer for Shane McMahon's Raw Underground concept. His career gained significant momentum when he aligned with AJ Styles. He served as Styles' imposing associate and tag team partner. The duo captured the Raw Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 37. They defeated The New Day for the titles. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation After an eventual split from Styles, Omos began a singles run. He later formed an alliance with veteran manager MVP. This partnership led to several high-profile matches for the giant. He faced Bobby Lashley at WrestleMania 38 and Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 39. Recent Activity And Return To WWE In more recent times, Omos has been positioned as a special attraction. He has been a formidable presence in battle royals. His recent tour with Pro Wrestling NOAH saw him gain more valuable in-ring experience. It is currently unknown when Omos will make his return to WWE programming. The Undertaker has spoken highly of Omos in the past and questions why WWE doesn't use him more often as a special attraction. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Omos to return to WWE programming soon? Nigerian star has this to say
It's been a while since fans last saw Omos in a WWE ring. Known for his towering presence and powerhouse style, the Nigerian Giant has quietly stepped out of the weekly spotlight in recent months. His last WWE appearance came in April 2024, when he featured in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal on SmackDown. Since then, Omos has been off the radar, sparking questions, speculation, and plenty of curiosity among fans and wrestling insiders. Now, in a new interview on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, Omos has spoken openly about his situation. He's not injured. He hasn't been forgotten. He's waiting for the right time to make an impact again. The 7-foot-3 WWE star also opened up about his time in Japan, why he sees himself as a special attraction, and how WWE legend The Undertaker continues to guide him through key moments of his career. His comments give fans a rare look behind the curtain and make it clear that Omos is far from finished. 'I'm just waiting': Omos on being absent from WWE programming Omos must have the best laugh ever WWE fans would love to see him back Omos made it clear that his absence is part of a bigger picture. He called himself a 'special attraction' in WWE, someone who appears for big moments, not every week. 'I don't know. I'm just waiting,' he told YouTuber Chris Van Vliet. 'I'm kind of in a scenario where I'm like a special attraction. Whenever that time comes, I'm ready.' That kind of role isn't new in wrestling, but for someone still early in their career, it's unique, and it speaks to how WWE views his presence. During his break from WWE programming, Omos spent time competing in Japan's Pro Wrestling NOAH. He teamed up with Jack Morris to win the GHC Tag Team titles at the beginning of 2025, a huge moment in his career. Although their reign was short-lived, the trip meant a lot to Omos. He shared how excited he was just to be there, especially after hearing Great Muta name-drop him in an interview as someone he wanted to see wrestle in Japan. He also credited The Undertaker as a massive influence during this time. Omos explained how 'Taker has become a mentor figure, someone he speaks with often for advice. 'He can't be my dad, sorry Taker, but he's been such a great influence on me,' Omos said. 'I always ask, what would Undertaker do?' Right now, there's no clear date for his return. But Omos made it clear that he's not idle; rather, he's just being patient. Whether it's another showdown with a top name or a surprise return on a major stage, the Nigerian Giant sounds ready. And when the moment comes, he wants to make sure it's unforgettable.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Report: Update On Omos' WWE Status
Photo Credit: WWE Did WWE bench Omos after a successful stint in Pro Wrestling NOAH? Back in January, Omos had a very promising month as a member of the Pro Wrestling NOAH roster. He even captured the GHC Tag Team Titles with Jack Morris. Advertisement However, after a successful title defense on January 25, Omos got on the microphone and announced that he was heading back to WWE and handed his title over to Daga. Despite this, Omos hasn't been seen on WWE programming since. As a matter of fact, Omos hasn't competed inside a WWE ring since last April. Leaving him seemingly benched by the company without any rhyme or reason. So what's going on with the big man? According to Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp (via Fightful Select), Omos isn't injured and is ready to work and perform for the company when called upon. Despite that, he hasn't been brought up recently in any creative discussions. A source from NOAH whom Sapp spoke with said Omos made a good impression there, and they believe the company would be happy to have him back if the opportunity arose. Advertisement Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more information as it becomes available. READ MORE: Nick Khan: We're Always The Underdog At WWE, We Don't Sign And Bench Talent What do you make of this report? Does it make any sense for WWE to pull Omos from his run in Pro Wrestling Noah just to bench him? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comment section below. The post Report: Update On Omos' WWE Status appeared first on Wrestlezone.
