Upcoming Appearance of Previous WWE Title Holder, Slated for Debut in Japan
Upcoming Appearance of Previous WWE Title Holder, Slated for Debut in Japan
Omos, standing at an impressive 7-foot-4, hasn't stepped into a WWE ring since his participation in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal on April 5. However, it seems he's edging closer to a comeback. Reports surfaced on Friday that this colossal figure is set to make his debut with Pro Wrestling Noah, a Japanese promotion.
Omos will be partnering up with Jack Morris and aiming for the GHC tag-team titles, as per the promotion's official X account. Here's his introduction clip.
Other than his brief stint as AJ Styles' bodyguard, leading to a 133-day tag-team reign alongside the Phenomenal One, Omos' WWE tenure has been quite low-key.
WWE frequently pitted Omos against powerhouses such as Bobby Lashley and Brock Lesnar, only for him to end up on the losing side, which helped bolster these formidable superstars. Omos embodies the classic WWE giant persona: he's massive and knows how to project an intimidating aura.
However, his on-screen persona couldn't be more dissimilar to his true character. Off-camera, Omos is an artist, is always cheerful, and demonstrates exceptional intelligence and thoughtfulness.
You can get a feel for his real self in the interview below, recorded for a recent episode of The Undertaker's podcast.
Regrettably, WWE hasn't been able to successfully market him beyond capitalizing on his size. It's hard to ignore his remarkable size in the world of pro wrestling.
Perhaps, it's not accidental that Omos was a guest on The Undertaker's podcast, and sheds light on his sudden appearance at Pro Wrestling Noah.
Maybe WWE is readying him for a reinvention of his character, and it could tie in with the promotion's imminent debut on Netflix.
Despite not yet being officially announced for the Raw streaming platform launch on January 6, we can expect a plethora of surprises as WWE seeks to establish a presence on the platform.
Regardless, I genuinely hope Omos' second stint in WWE programming is a success, and that he's presented as the multi-dimensional giant he truly is.
Other WWE News - Smackdown Reactions
The build-up to the Royal Rumble is now in full swing. In a thrilling finale, Kevin Owens managed to secure his place in a ladder match against Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship.
Rhodes's reign as champion might be coming to an end soon. WWE has been very selective about allowing Rhodes to be pinned. In a ladder match, Owens could win the title without having to pin Rhodes.
Imagine if Owens emerged victorious due to an unexpected RKO by Randy Orton, sparking a feud between the longtime friends! What a spectacle that would be!
In another major storyline, an intriguing mystery is unraveling regarding the hit-and-run incident involving Jade Cargill. Nia Jax accused Bianca Belair of the crime, leading to a six-woman tag team match. Team Belair (Bianca, Naomi, and Bayley) triumphed over Team Jax (Nia, Candice LeRae, and Tiffany Stratton).
Stratton was just about to cash in her Money in the Bank briefcase when LeRae intervened. I'm definitely looking forward to watching these threads unfold.
Omos' return to WWE could be on the horizon, given his upcoming debut with Pro Wrestling Noah. This might indicate a potential character reinvention for the colossal figure, as seen in his appearance on The Undertaker's podcast.
The WWE Smackdown results saw Kevin Owens secure a spot in a ladder match against Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship, an opportunity that could lead to an unexpected title win if Randy Orton's RKO intervenes.
Andre the Giant, being a legendary figure in WWE, continues to inspire, with Omos embodying the classic giant persona and projecting an intimidating aura in the ring, much like his predecessor.