By Our Correspondent

National News – Nigerian professional wrestler Isaac Odugbesan, popularly known as Oba Femi, stunned the global wrestling world after defeating 10-time WWE Champion Brock Lesnar in under five minutes during his WrestleMania 42 debut on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Oba Femi, a former NXT Champion and ex-shot put athlete from Lagos, Nigeria, entered the match as the underdog but quickly shifted momentum after absorbing early attacks from Lesnar.

Brock Lesnar initially controlled the match with his signature F5, but Femi recovered, countered with a chokeslam, and sealed the win using his “Fall From Grace” sit-out powerbomb for a decisive pinfall.

The shocking defeat, achieved in less than five minutes, sparked widespread reactions from WWE fans across the world, with many interpreting Lesnar’s act of leaving his gear in the ring as a possible retirement signal.

The victory marked a breakthrough moment for the 27-year-old Nigerian wrestler, who joined WWE through the NIL programme in 2021 and has rapidly risen through the ranks, winning multiple NXT titles and tournaments.

Oba Femi’s performance positions him as a rising global force in WWE, with post-match comments hinting at a potential future challenge against Roman Reigns before the end of the year.

The match highlights the growing influence of African athletes in global wrestling entertainment and solidifies Femi’s status as a top contender in the heavyweight division.

Analysts say the WrestleMania 42 upset could redefine WWE’s heavyweight storyline heading into the next season, positioning Oba Femi as a potential main-event star while intensifying speculation over Brock Lesnar’s future in professional wrestling.

Fans worldwide continue to debate the outcome across social media, with many praising the Nigerian athlete’s strength, resilience, and rapid rise from Olympic-style athletics to global wrestling stardom under WWE’s developmental system.