Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu challenge Reigns’ authority on SmackDown
Summary
– Roman Reigns deals with resistance from Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu
– Sami Zayn tries to make amends with Reigns and The Usos but is rejected
– Tensions rise as Jey and Jimmy Uso question Reigns’ decisions
SmackDown opened with The Bloodline’s arrival, led by Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, and Jacob Fatu. Accompanied by Jimmy Uso, Roman Reigns entered the ring to address recent events at WWE Crown Jewel. But before he could speak, Jey Uso interrupted, urging Reigns to hear out Sami Zayn, who sought to make peace.
Zayn explained that his actions at Crown Jewel were accidental, expressing his loyalty to The Usos and his desire to work alongside The Bloodline again. He requested Reigns apologize to Jey as a show of unity. Reigns instead mocked the request, dismissing Zayn as “not family” and declaring Solo Sikoa the true focus.
As Zayn exited, Jacob Fatu appeared on the screen, asserting that Sikoa now acted on his terms, further challenging Reigns’ authority. Later, Jey and Jimmy confronted Reigns backstage, hinting that The Bloodline’s unity may be jeopardized.
