Nigerian Oba Femi stuns Lesnar at WrestleMania 42

LAS VEGAS, UNITED STATES — Nigerian wrestler Isaac Odugbesan, performing as Oba Femi, delivered a statement victory at WrestleMania 42 by defeating 10-time world champion Brock Lesnar in under five minutes.

NaijaChoice News reports the 27-year-old from Lagos dominated the opening match of Night Two at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He absorbed Lesnar’s F5, recovered instantly, and hit a chokeslam followed by his signature Fall From Grace sit-out powerbomb for the pin.

Lesnar left his gloves and boots in the centre of the ring after the loss. The gesture is widely seen in wrestling as a sign of retirement.

Oba Femi, a former shot put athlete, joined WWE in 2021 through the Name, Image and Likeness programme. He quickly became one of NXT’s most dominant performers, winning the North American Championship and later the NXT title.

Born and raised in Lagos, the young Nigerian has carried his athletic background into the ring. His power and presence have drawn comparisons to the biggest names in the business.

After the match, Oba Femi addressed the WrestleMania crowd during the post-show. He singled out Roman Reigns, the self-styled Original Tribal Chief, and declared that a new main event player had arrived.

The win has triggered widespread celebration back home. Nigerian fans on social media described it as a proud moment for the country’s growing presence in global sports entertainment.

Oba Femi’s rapid rise from the NIL programme to WrestleMania main card has already marked him as one to watch. Many expect him to challenge for major titles in the coming months.