All signs initially pointed to WWE moving forward with plans for a Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa match at WrestleMania 41. This direction was first reported by WrestleVotes, which stated that the match was finalized after WWE decided that Roman Reigns would face Solo Sikoa at the WWE Raw on Netflix premiere on January 6.
However, the plans for this bout are not yet locked in. In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported:
“Regarding rumors of Fatu vs. Sikoa, it is right now not booked, and one of them has a different booking, but of course this can change.”
Solo Sikoa made his main roster debut at Clash at the Castle in 2022, aligning with his cousins, The Usos and Roman Reigns, in The Bloodline. As the group’s enforcer, he was known for his silent but menacing presence. After WrestleMania 40, with The Usos splitting up and Reigns taking time off, Solo took on the role of Head of the Table and Tribal Chief.
To solidify his dominance, Solo brought in Jacob Fatu and The Tongas. Fatu has been presented as a powerful and unpredictable force, adding another layer of intensity to the group. Solo and Jacob Fatu are cousins, sharing a strong bond as members of the Anoa’i family.
WrestleMania 41 will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Jacob Fatu has caught the attention of many since his arrival in WWE in 2024, and John ‘Bradshaw’ Layfield would love the chance to work with him. Speaking to Monopoly Events at For The Love of Wrestling 2025, the WWE Hall of Famer shared his amazement at Fatu’s work.
“Jacob Fatu to me is, just that kid is, a kid, I’m almost 60 so everybody’s a kid to me. [Fatu] is unbelievable. He’s unreal, how good he is. I’d love to work with Jacob Fatu.”
Fatu isn’t the only member of the extended Bloodline that has caught the eye of the former WWE Champion. In the interview, JBL also praised the rise of Jey Uso and shared that he hopes Jey becomes World Heavyweight Champion at WrestleMania 41. JBL has “loved him and his brother since they came in” and will no-doubt be YEETing along with countless others should Jey dethrone GUNTHER this April.
As for Fatu, his WrestleMania debut could see a showdown with Solo Sikoa in a match that could prove to be another pivotal turning point for the Bloodline. Time will tell whether JBL ever gets to work with Fatu, but with such a bright future, anything seems possible for the Samoan Werewolf.
Jacob Fatu has been a dominant force since his WWE debut last year, and a reliable WWE insider says the company is discussing a prominent match for the “Samoan Warewolf” at WrestleMania.
According to WrestleVotes on Backstage Pass, WWE has had serious discussions about a high-stakes clash between Jacob Fatu and his cousin, Solo Sikoa, at WrestleMania 41.
Initially, there was speculation that Solo Sikoa might face Roman Reigns, but it now appears the focus has shifted toward a family rivalry between Solo and Fatu.
“I do know they’re gearing up towards Jacob versus Solo. fter months of speculation that Solo was going to wrestle Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, they shift that to Jacob Fatu, and we’ll see how it plays out. But I do believe that’s the direction,” WrestleVotes reported.
This development follows Fatu’s failure to qualify for the Elimination Chamber match on SmackDown, despite interference from Sikoa. The two also had a tense backstage confrontation, signaling growing tensions within The Bloodline.
While Fatu has long been loyal to Sikoa as part of the revamped Bloodline faction, their dynamic is changing. Fans have noticed the shift, and WWE appears to be leaning into this evolving storyline.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest WWE news on Road to WrestleMania 41, set for April 19-20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
WWE fans may have just gotten a glimpse of a future WrestleMania showdown.
Bron Breakker and Jacob Fatu came face-to-face in a tense moment on Raw, and the Intercontinental Champion wasted no time fueling speculation about a potential match between the two powerhouses. In an interview with with Muscle Man Malcolm on Muscle Memory, Breakker said:
“I think Jacob Fatu and I—that’s a match for WrestleMania. I think everyone will agree with that.”
Fatu, a dominant force with deep ties to WWE’s famed Anoa’i family, has long been considered a dream opponent for Breakker, who comes from his own legendary lineage as the son of Rick Steiner and nephew of Scott Steiner. The staredown on Raw was brief, but it sent the WWE Universe into a frenzy, with many hoping WWE will capitalize on the moment and book the match for WrestleMania.
While Breaker didn’t reveal any official plans, his confidence in the matchup suggests that it’s more than just a fantasy booking scenario. If WWE pulls the trigger, this could be a clash of two of the most intense competitors in the company today.
And if fans needed another reason to believe in Breaker’s dominance? The guy has his post-show routine down to a science. When asked about his go-to Waffle House order, Breaker served up:
“All-Star special, eggs over medium, sausage, white toast, blueberry waffle,” he said. “Sometimes scrambled eggs with cheese, but I don’t know—Jay’s been trying to get me to switch it up lately. I don’t know if I trust him.”
Whether it’s in the ring or at the Waffle House, Braun Breaker knows exactly what he wants. Now, it’s just a matter of whether WWE makes the match happen. Please?
Catch WWE Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker’s appearance on Muscle Memory:
Jacob Fatu’s WWE arrival has already sent shockwaves through the locker room, and if you ask Nia Jax, everyone should be on high alert.
In an interview with Muscle Man Malcolm on Muscle Memory during Royal Rumble weekend, Jax didn’t mince words when discussing her cousin’s impact on WWE.
“You should be scared of Jacob. I am,” she said, before calling him “one of the most talented human beings I’ve ever seen step into a ring.”
Fatu, a dominant force in MLW before signing with WWE, has been tearing through the competition since his debut. Jax shared a personal story about his journey, revealing that before making it to WWE, Fatu had to overcome significant personal struggles.
“When he was going through his troubles, he was watching the boys on TV and changing his life around,” Jax recalled. “Look at him now—he had the opportunity, and he took it upon himself to get better. Now he’s almost at the top.”
Her words only add to the mystique surrounding Jacob Fatu, whose intensity and in-ring ability have made him an instant threat in WWE. Given his history of dominance and the backing of the legendary Anoa’i family, it seems only a matter of time before he re-claims championship gold.
Braun Strowman was left a bloodied mess after his encounter with Jacob Fatu on the January 2025 edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event.
The two monsters held nothing back when going up against each other in a singles match during the show. Neither of them got the decisive lead in the first half of the match and they kept countering each other’s attacks. The action went outside the ring towards the ending of the bout when Fatu rolled out to recover from an attack by Strowman.
The Monster Among Men followed the Warewolf and delivered a Strowman Express, knocking his opponent into the barricade. He sent Jacob crashing through the announce table with a second Strowman Express. The former Universal Champion then signalled the third repetition of the move but this time, Fatu caught him with a Samoan Drop on the announce table.
After sending Strowman through the steel steps, Fatu got him back into the ring and delivered a running hip attack. Fatu continued with the move delivering not one but six hip attacks. As he set up for the seventh hip attack, the referee tried to stop him but the Samoan star threw the ref out of the ring. He then delivered two more hip attacks as the bell rang.
The Samoan Warewolf did not stop even after disqualification and he introduced a chair as the security ran down to try and stop him. Fatu took out one guard by throwing a chair at him and delivered a clothesline to another. Nick Aldis came out with more officials to hold Fatu back as Strowman was shown bleeding from mouth.
Braun slowly rolled out of the corner but this allowed Jacob Fatu to catch him with a moonsault. Fatu delivered another moonsault before leaving the ring. The Bloodline members however was not done yet. He returned to deliver yet another moonsault on his opponent before finally walking off, leaving Strowman a bloody and broken mess.
A new match has been added to the lineup for WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event special, as Jacob Fatu is set to face Braun Strowman in singles competition.
The announcement follows a confrontation on this week’s episode of SmackDown, where Braun returned to back up LA Knight during an altercation with Fatu and Tama Tonga. This will mark the first-ever singles meeting between Fatu and Strowman, making it the most high-profile singles match of Jacob Fatu’s WWE career to date.
WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. The event will air live on NBC at 8 PM ET.
Updated Card:
WWE World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER vs. Jey Uso
WWE Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker vs. Sheamus
Jacob Fatu vs. Braun Strowman
The WWE on Peacock schedule previously revealed that there are Saturday’s Night Main Event specials planned for May 24th and July 12th. The latter of which is slated to go head-to-head with AEW All In: Texas at Globe Life Field. WWE will also present the Royal Rumble PLE on February 1st.
Jacob Fatu is said to be ok after his Survivor Series WarGames spot.
The Samoan Werewolf was the X factor for Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline going into the brutal WarGames match against Roman Reigns and his team.
Fatu was the third entrance from his side in the match and he proved his worth by taking out several members of the opposing team.
His dominance continued until Fatu missed a spot. The former MLW star landed awkwardly while attempting a moonsault off the top rope on CM Punk. He was seen favoring his leg for the rest of the match, making fans wonder if the spot was planned.
Corey Brennan of Fightful provided an update on Jacob’s status. He claimed that Fatu was not supposed to sell his leg so heavily, but he was not really hurt from the spot:
Jacob Fatu was not planned to sell his leg so heavily following his moonsault but is NOT hurt and is all ok.
— Corey Brennan Of Fightful.com (@CoreyBrennanFF) December 1, 2024
Jacob Fatu continued the match after this spot. In the end, he was taken out by the combined efforts of The Usos. The twins first delivered a 1D on Fatu and Jimmy then went on top of the cage for a Uso Splash on him through a table.
Bronson Reed was also effectively taken out of the match during one such spot. He attempted a Tsunami from the top of the cage on Roman Reigns but CM Punk pulled Reigns out of harm’s way at the last minute.
Solo Sikoa found himself at a disadvantage after both the powerhouses from his team were taken out. This allowed the OG Bloodline to finally pick up the victory.
WWE taped the November 29 episode of SmackDown after the November 22 episode of the show this week from the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. They had the Prime-branded canvas for the second taping. Below are the complete spoiler results:
Triple Threat Women’s US Title Tournament Match – Michin def. Piper Niven and Lash Legend: Legend replaced Jade Cargill in the match after the former AEW star was attacked by an unknown assailant this week. Chelsea Green was at the ringside for Niven and she attacked Michin during the bout. B-Fab came out to even the odds, allowing Michin to finally pick up the victory.
Singles Match – Shinsuke Nakamura def. Andrade: Nakamura entered with a new variation of his theme song. He defeated Andrade with a Kinshasa. US Champion LA Knight tried to attack the Japanese star after the bout but Nakamura sprayed black mist into his eyes.
Singles Match – Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes def. Carmelo Hayes: This match was made official after a backstage confrontation between the two at this week’s show. Rhodes beat Melo with a Cross Rhodes.
WarGames Segment: Bianca Belair, Naomi, Bayley, Iyo Sky, and Rhea Ripley all came out to promote the Women’s WarGames match. Bayley was there replacing Cargill into Ripley’s WarGames team. Rhea cut a promo before Liv Morgan, Nia Jax, Raquel Rodriguez, Tiffany Stratton, and Candice LeRae came out. Morgan said that it was suspicious for Bayley to join the team right after Jade was taken out. The two teams then got into a brawl before the security ran down to break the fight up.
Singles Match For Advantage In Men’s WarGames – Jacob Fatu def. Jey Uso: Fatu won the match with a springboard moonsault to get the advantage for his team.
WWE also taped a Speed match where Zelina Vega beat Chelsea Green in between the two SmackDown episodes. The advance taping will allow the talents to stay home for the Thanksgiving holiday instead of traveling.
Jacob Fatu and Jake’s Network Of Hope are addressing an issue head-on after the WWE Superstar was accused of ‘ghosting’ the charity. On November 3, a user of the /r/SquaredCircle subreddit asked for an update on the situation in which Fatu allegedly ghosted the charity. The organization reportedly spent $2,633 in 2023 for his appearance, plane tickets, and hotel accommodations. Fatu canceled his appearance due to what was called a family emergency and while Jake’s Network of Hope understood, they asked for the money to be returned.
The organization has released a statement saying they’re addressing the matter privately and that Fatu apologized via phone call in May. The organization added that at this time, the money had not been repaid.
“Jacob Fatu and our organization are addressing this matter privately, beginning with a phone call and heartfelt apology back in May. While the full amount owed hasn’t yet been repaid, we appreciated Jacob’s acknowledgment. It can be tough to face up to your wrongdoings, and we commend him for taking steps toward confronting his.”
Jake’s Network of Hope is a nonprofit that aims to provide hygiene products and essential daily living items to people of all ages. The situation with Fatu made NBC 26 news when it first arose last year, with the nonprofit organizers stating they had heard of other concerning behavior from Fatu.
This update comes at a pivotal time for Fatu, who debuted for WWE earlier this year and has since become a fixture of SmackDown’s main event scene. At Crown Jewel, Fatu teamed with Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga to defeat Roman Reigns and The Usos. We will continue to monitor this situation for further updates.
In recent days, the wrestling world has been concerned over the whereabouts of Journey Fatu, a member of the famed Fatu family who had been ‘missing’ and unable to contact. Journey’s alleged situation had been shared online by fellow wrestler Juicy Finau, who has this week apologized to fans who have taken issue with what’s turned out to be an angle.
On Twitter, Finau shared that he was sorry for “any emotional damage and distress” caused by the angle, which has been in the works since early August. Finau said he wasn’t aware of “the situation that is currently happening in the real world,” likely referring to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene that has killed over 100 people and impacted countless others. Finau added that the ‘missing’ Journey storyline “blew up” and again apologized to those offended.
Unfortunately I wasn’t aware of the situation that is currently happening in the real world. I want to apologize for My ignorance to current world events. I am sorry
To those I have offended with this I apologize sincerely.
This angle raises the question as to what is the line in pro wrestling when an angle goes from a gripping, envelope-pushing work of fiction to an offensive way to make money. WWE is no stranger to controversial angles, such as the use of the passing of Eddie Guerrero in November 2005, with many heels using his death for heat. In 2003, Triple H and Booker T had a feud that many felt had racially offensive undertones, though Booker has said he approved of the entire angle and its verbiage at the time.
More recently, controversial angles were brought up in Netflix’s Mr. McMahon docuseries, such as Trish Stratus being forced to bark like a dog for McMahon in 2001. In the series, Stratus defended the angle, saying that the “sensitive scene” elicited the right response from fans who were angry at the evil Mr. McMahon character.
While Journey’s brother Jacob Fatu is making huge waves in WWE as part of The Bloodline, his career, and that of Juicy Finau, could be seriously impacted by this controversial angle. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from the world of wrestling and the angles that some believe go too far.
Bloodline member Jacob Fatu is no longer wearing a boot on his foot, a positive indication that he’s one ‘step’ closer to getting back in the ring. At Wednesday’s WWE live event from Stuttgart, Germany, the Samoan Werewolf was boot-free as he accompanied Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa to the ring for their match:
Jacob Fatu has been out of action since the August 2, 2024 edition of WWE SmackDown, when he and Tama Tonga captured the WWE Tag team championships from Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa. What looked to be the start of a fearsome title reign came to a screeching halt at SummerSlam, when Fatu was injured during a top-rope dive onto Cody Rhodes, who was laid-out on announcers’ table at ringside.
Due to Fatu’s inability to compete, Tonga Loa replaced him as Tama Tonga’s partner, in an effort to keep the gold in The Bloodline. He’s now one step closer to getting medically cleared, which should make Cody Rhodes and others very uneasy.
The Bloodline will be back in full force very soon after a recent injury scare threatened the group’s solidarity at a critical time. Jacob Fatu recently burst onto the scene as the newest member of The Bloodline.
The former MLW World Champion immediately aligned with Solo Sikoa, adding another highly combustible element to the group. Fatu wasted no time, winning the World Tag Team Championships with Tama Tonga and playing a significant role in Sikoa’s WWE Championship match against Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam.
Jacob Fatu’s WWE Return
Unfortunately, Fatu’s high-risk offense backfired at SummerSlam when he dove off the top rope onto Cody Rhodes, who was sprawled on the announcer’s table at ringside. Fatu connected, but it was immediately apparent that something went wrong. He was writhing in pain, assisted backstage by WWE officials, and later spotted wearing a protective boot on his foot in the hours following the event.
According to PWInsider, Jacob Fatu is scheduled to return to WWE television by the end of this month. This is excellent news because a more serious diagnosis could have necessitated surgery, derailed storylines, and jeopardized his future mobility. Fatu and Tonga won’t have to surrender the tag titles, and The Bloodline will have ‘all hands on deck’ as they deal with Roman Reigns, the recently returned Original Tribal Chief (OTC).
The SummerSlam spot with Jacob Fatu that has been a matter of discussion among fans was something WWE had reportedly planned in advance.
The Bloodline member had seemingly hurt his foot while delivering a top rope splash to Cody Rhodes through the announce table during the main event of the show.
Fightful Select has since provided some more updates on Fatu. According to them, the spot with Jacob selling his leg following the move was pre-planned.
Contrary to popular belief, no audible was called during the bout. Neither Jimmy Uso nor Jey Uso was planned to be a part of the main event in any capacity. Talent and staff believed Jacob Fatu to be okay following the match.
What’s Next For The Bloodline?
Roman Reigns has already been making a big impact for WWE since his return. The YouTube video of his comeback has garnered over 2.5 million views in less than 24 hours, and the $600 custom WWE Championship belt announced after his appearance has already sold out.
The Original Tribal Chief, however, will need some help if he wants to take back his spot from Solo Sikoa and all the new members of The Bloodline.
The big thing to see will be if Reigns finds new allies in his fight against his own cousin or if old friends return to help The Head of The Table in his new quest.
Jacob Fatu’s SummerSlam foot injury has seemingly been confirmed with a new video of the WWE star that has surfaced online.
Social media influencers and YouTube creators The Haroon Twins posted a video with The Bloodline star on their Instagram account this morning.
In the video as seen below, Fatu was spotted wearing a walking boot, seemingly confirming that the WWE star was legitimately hurt at the PLE last night:
Jacob Fatu appears on a HaroonTwins IG Reel this Sunday Morning wearing a walking boot. ? pic.twitter.com/UFyD0KHTs4
Just went back and rewatched this and fuck man… my nigga Jacob Fatu is really hurt.. you can see the anger in his eyes.. this really sucks man.. fuck. #SummerSlampic.twitter.com/GRsOLT5BdM
AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland took on his Twitter to send wishes to the Bloodline star after hearing about his injury:
Heard the news Heal up Jacob????????
— The Realest Swerve Strickland (@swerveconfident) August 4, 2024
Jacob Fatu’s Injury
Last night’s WWE event saw Solo Sikoa challenging Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in the main event of the show in a Bloodline Rules match.
The members of Sikoa’s Bloodline all tried to help their Tribal Chief win this match. Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa both came out first but Kevin Owens and Randy Orton brawled them out of the arena.
Jacob Fatu was next in line and he appeared as Cody was looking to deliver a series of Cross Rhodes on Solo to win the match.
Fatu attacked the American Nightmare and took him out of the ring. He then delivered a top rope splash on Rhodes through the announce table.
The Wolf of The Bloodline seemed to have suffered an injury in this spot, however, as he clutched his foot immediately afterwards and looked to be in pain. He was taken out of the match after the spot and didn’t participate in the bout any further.
The post-show video also saw Fatu trying to avoid putting any strain on the injured foot while being helped to the back and Triple H confirmed that he was ‘banged up’ at the post show press conference.
The new video further supports the belief that Jacob Fatu was legitimately hurt from the spot. Stay tuned with SEScoops for more updates on his injury.
The Bloodline once again holds tag team championship gold after Jacob Fatu & Tama Tonga won the WWE Tag Team Championships on SmackDown. On the go-home show before WWE SummerSlam, the two teams competed in the main event of the show which also happened to be in Johnny Gargano’s hometown of Cleveland, Ohio.
As seen in previous Bloodline matches, this bout saw interference as Solo Sikoa hit Ciampa with a Samoan Spike at ringside while Gargano was trying to fight off everyone else. In the end, it was Fatu who got the win for his team to bring The Bloodline its first taste of gold since WrestleMania 40.
This marks the end of DIY’s time as WWE Tag Team Champions. The pair had held the gold since the July 5, edition of SmackDown where they dethroned A-Town Down Under. Ciampa and Gargano had just one successful title defense, that being against A-Town Down Under on the July 12, episode.
With the WWE Tag Team Titles now with the Bloodline, all eyes are on Solo Sikoa and tonight’s Undisputed WWE Championship match. Sikoa has vowed to win the gold Cody Rhodes captured at WrestleMania by defeating Roman Reigns. On this week’s SmackDown, it was announced that their title match will be under Bloodline Rules, and Sikoa once again had some choice words for Roman Reigns, calling his cousin “weak.” Comments like these and others have led many to speculate that Reigns will return tonight at SummerSlam.
WWE SummerSlam 2024
SummerSlam 2024 will take place on August 3, one day after the Priority Pass tryouts, from the Cleveland Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. The show will be the second SummerSlam from Cleveland and currently has seven matches announced.
September 3, 2022. A bevy of wrestlers, both independent and of the TNA ilk filter in and out of a conference room at The Hyatt Regency in Schaumburg, IL. A live stream of WWE Clash At The Castle plays on a projector. Conrad Thompson is there. As is David Crockett. As is Jeff Jarrett. As is Road Dogg. As is Jacob Fatu.
It’s main event time. Drew McIntyre looks to make music against Roman Reigns and Glasgow is the Scotsman’s soundtrack. Everyone, mark and mat expert alike are glued to the action, but an explosion of emotion comes from the right side of the room when Solo Sikoa debuts, infamously costing Drew his shot at WWE gold and adding another inning to The Bloodline story. That energy burst came from Fatu, elated for his cousin. His Uce.
Now that kinship is full circle. Jacob Fatu is in WWE and it’s been a long time coming. The son of The Tonga Kid is getting that chance to shine under Paul Levesque’s watch and we are all in store for something special.
The Samoan Dynasty Epitomized In Jacob Fatu
‘The Samoan Werewolf’ made a debut that would make Lon Chaney Jr. blush as he tore top babyfaces apart protecting Solo Sikoa on SmackDown. This further adds to the chaotic and violent element that Wiseman Paul Heyman has been so fearful of, but behind the scenes Roman’s main counsel has to be grinning like a butcher’s dog at Fatu’s limitless ceiling. Fatu carries the pure presence of Umaga, the cool factor of a “Main Event” Jey Uso, and the pro wrestling acumen of Afa and Sika. He’s got the x-factor to the extreme and will elevate anyone who works with him.
Fatu had the opportunity to show his versatility against an array of talent in Major League Wrestling, most notably feuding with Alex Hammerstone over that World Title gold. He was really put in that top position starting off as the head soldier in CONTRA Unit, dominant as Brock Lesnar was during that same time with no one taking the title off him until he clashed with Hammerstone. Anyone that fell to his wrath were lucky if they literally weren’t body-bagged by his Sentai Death Squad insurgents, but it was a great way to position a monster of many talents.
Fatu’s menace made his eventual babyface all the more meaningful. After his loss to Hammerstone, fans got to see the human side of the San Fran Samoan. Instead of shying away from it, Fatu and MLW embraced Jacob’s troubled past, diving in deep to what made the monster tick. The peeling back of the page put Fatu in an even better spot of connecting with fans. Aside from Cody Rhodes, there may not be one person better at it.
Connection With Legacy & With Fans
Jacob Fatu is as real as a real one comes. Back in 2022, Fatu was in the aforementioned Shaumburg (a suburban purgatory outside of Chicago) for Josh Shernoff’s Premier Wrestling Showcase, a tournament highlighting a who’s who of indie names. Fatu didn’t win, but the fans sure did. The event was paired in tandem with Conrad Thompson’s AdFreeShows’ Top Guy Weekend while also being the same weekend of the infamous All Out 2022. Fatu went out of his way to make himself apart of the festivities in the surrounding area. Instead of partying with the boys, Fatu partied with the fans. He invited them to do whatever he was doing, made them feel included and apart of something special.
Fatu didn’t just respect the fans that weekend, but the legacy of the business as well. In addition to Jeff Jarrett being in the building, so was his father, the late Jerry Jarrett. Fatu had me track down Jerry to make sure he got his photo taken with the Memphis legend. Jerry was grateful and Jacob was beaming. There was no cooler moment to witness seeing two names in the business, separated by several generations make that unique connection – one that will never happen again.
Schaumburg, IL, September 2002. Jacob Fatu stands with the late great Jerry Jarrett. (Photo Credit: Dominic DeAngelo)
From a locker room perspective, Fatu is one to lead by example. He never rah-rahed the troops, but he didn’t need to. Everything he did seemed effortless yet always full of passion and energy. His sense of humor kept the busy environment light-hearted and fun to be around. He should fit right in with what WWE is aiming to cultivate.
Something that will always stand out too is Fatu’s instinct within the ropes. During a match in Philadelphia, Fatu appeared to legitimately hurt his leg doing a move, but worked the whole bout nonetheless. It wasn’t until after the fact where everyone discovered he just did that to sell the match even further. It’s in his blood.
When it’s all said and done, that “Head Of The Table” designation in WWE could very well go to Jacob Fatu. And he’s earned it.
The Bloodline saga remains one of the most compelling aspects of WWE television, despite Roman Reigns being cast into exile at WrestleMania. With Reigns off in Hollywood and legitimately calling his shots from afar, Solo Sikoa has emerged as The Bloodline’s on-screen figurehead.
The latest incarnation of WWE’s most dominant faction is comprised of Sikoa, the recently-added Tama Tonga & Tonga Loa, and of course, the ‘Wise Man’ Paul Heyman. Our readers know there’s additional enforcements on the way. Over WrestleMania 40 weekend, we reported exclusively that ‘Bloodline’ family member Jacob Fatu was in Philadelphia amid reports that he was WWE bound. Multiple sources have confirmed to SEScoopsthat Fatu is signed and “big plans” are in place for the former MLW World Champion. However, the creative is being kept close to the vest by Triple H Bruce Prichard, Ryan Callahan, Paul Heyman and Roman Reigns.
Jacob Fatu is coming
The Bloodline’s Next Chapter
Everything is not fine with The Bloodline and there’s no saying Jacob Fatu will align with Solo Sikoa and company. He very well could be brought in aligned with one of The Usos, who are bound to reunite eventually. Jacob Fatu would be a combustible element added to the showdown involving the Bloodlines rich lineage, including The Rock, Roman Reigns, The Usos, Solo Sikoa, Fatu, Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa.
The fact Roman Reigns’ name was mentioned to us as one of the few people in the loop about Fatu’s creative direction indicates involvement with The Bloodline in some fashion. As for Heyman, he’s been caught in a few very uncomfortable positions over the past few months as the Bloodline’s leadership has undergone drastic changes. The Wise Man has been part of the group’s foundation since its inception, and has been the greatest influence on the rise of the Tribal Chief Once Fatu debuts, when Reigns and The Rock eventually return, and the Bloodline storyline reaches its ultimate conclusion, you can be sure Heyman will be there
The Bloodline may be welcoming a new family member into the mix very soon. Over the past month, there’s been a lot of talk that Jacob Fatu is headed to WWE and may have even inked a deal already. The latest update comes from PWInsider, which states the former MLW World Heavyweight Champion is slated to debut within the week. Unless he turns up on Tuesday’s NXT, Friday’s 4/26 edition of WWE SmackDown would be the setting.
This potential debut would only be around two weeks removed from when Tama Tonga, a longtime keystone in New Japan Pro-Wrestling, made his WWE debut on SmackDown. He and Solo Sikoa viciously attacked Jimmy Uso, eliminating him from the group. Last week, Sikoa and Tonga set their sights on Kevin Owens, and left the prizefighter a bloody mess.
It would make sense for Jacob Fatu to align himself alongside Sikoa and Tonga as Solo seems to be seeking control of the faction while Roman Reigns is away and that has started with the debut of Tonga. However, with The Usos having their back against the wall, Fatu could be a family member that Jimmy or Jey align themselves with.
In addition to a lengthy run with MLW’s top title Fatu has been a force on the independent wrestling scene for years. Known as the Samoan Werewolf, Fatu is notorious for having amazing athleticism, a hard-hitting style and a visually impressive leaping top rope moonsault as his finisher.
Jacob Fatu has spoken about wanting to wrestle for WWE. During an interview with SEScoops correspondent MuscleManMalcolm, he said, “All of my family has been there. If I ever had the chance to go there, absolutely. I would love to go there. My father, my uncle, my cousins, are there, so absolutely. If I had the chance, I would go.”
WWE could have a ton of surprises for fans as the biggest show of the year approaches its second night. Now, it appears that Jacob Fatu is even closer to the company.
Jacob Fatu was seen in Philadelphia ahead of WrestleMania 40. We have eyewitness confirmation of this.
This morning while on-site at Mania weekend, SEScoops observed a gathering of fans surrounding someone who appeared to be an Uso, with a hoodie covering their head in an attempt to remain inconspicuous, outside Marriot Downtown this morning.
This person was Jacob Fatu, who proceeded to take photos with a group of fans. They snapped the photo while mimicking the Bloodline’s signature finger pointing gesture.
This sighting took place shortly before reports surfaced that he has been telling friends that he signed with WWE. He’s also not keeping an incredibly low profile.
Can confirm Jacob Fatu is in Philadelphia, saw him outside the Marriot Downtown this morning taking photos with fans.
Fatu may be an addition to WWE’s plan, especially if the Bloodline’s evolution continues. After all, Tama Tonga is rumored to be in WWE’s sights as well.
There’s a chance Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga may not be involved in the main event at WrestleMania XL. It may be a historic moment if they debut on Monday during the RAW after WrestleMania to bolster the Bloodline, reminiscent of when X-Pac and the New Age Outlaws joined DX after WrestleMania XIV.
I could be wrong, but it wouldn’t surprise me if Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga don’t get involved in the #WrestleMania XL main event. I could see them debuting tomorrow night to reload the Bloodline similar to the Raw after WrestleMania XIV where X-Pac & New Age Outlaws joined DX.
The RAW after WrestleMania 40 is set to take place in the Wells Fargo Center on April 8, wrapping up the company’s takeover of the City of Brotherly Love.
Roman Reigns is reportedly taking a long break after WrestleMania 40 is over. Only time will tell what happens next, but this certainly amps up the intrigue as we get even closer to WrestleMania Sunday.
WrestleMania Sunday is tonight, and fans may see the Bloodline grow very soon. Now, Jacob Fatu is telling people that he signed with WWE.
There are rumblings within the wrestling world suggesting another member of The Bloodline may soon make their way to WWE.
As reported by Fightful Select, Jacob Fatu has reportedly informed acquaintances of his recent signing with WWE. However, official sources within WWE have yet to confirm this story, and Fatu himself has remained silent amidst requests for comment.
Fatu’s absence from the ring has been noted since his last appearance at GCW’s event on March 24 in Rochester, NY. Many fans expected to see him there, but he was absent.
The 31-year-old boasts a wrestling lineage, being both cousin to WWE’s Usos and the son The Tonga Kid.
Trained under his uncle Rikishi, Jacob Fatu started his wrestling journey in 2012. His career gained traction when he joined MLW in 2019, subsequently capturing the promotion’s world title in July of that year by defeating Tom Lawlor.
Fatu concluded his tenure with MLW at their Philadelphia tapings on February 3. Now, it appears he is WWE bound. It will be interesting to see how he factors into things under Triple H’s plan.
WWE superstar Jey Uso is ready to welcome more members of his legendary family into the company. The company has made a strong effort to showcase the lineage of the Anoa?i Family with the Bloodline stable(Roman Reigns, The Rock, Solo Sikoa & Jimmy Uso), which fans have gravitated towards in recent years.
As the group continues to be a focal point on WWE TV, Jey has expressed interest in having other family members join the company to get a bigger spotlight.
In an interview with Battleground Podcast, Jey discussed the Bloodline’s success in WWE. He was also asked if he had any advice for other members of his family who may want to join the company and align themselves with the faction. While Jey is no longer in the group, he has no problem seeing unsigned talent from his family sign to be led by the ‘Tribal Chief.’
“Man, come. We family at the end of the day, come. Some of your worst enemies might be in your family, but at the end of the day, we are all still family,” said Jey.
Jey also noted that he likes that several family members wrestle for different promotions and are thriving. However, he wants to see everyone under the WWE umbrella.
“…I feel like if we all come to the big leagues, the WWE, bruh, it’s mindblowing what could happen,” said Jey. He added, “…Man, at least almost ten deep in there, Uce, like what, and let alone some big hitters. So, man, the future is bright is all I’m going to say.”
Popular Free Agents From The Anoa?i Family
Although Jey doesn’t share names, fans have wanted to see former MLW World Champion Jacob Fatu join WWE to side with the group. ‘The Samoan Werewolf’ is a free agent who has expressed interest in joining the company. Whether WWE wants to sign him is unclear, but fans hope a deal will be made soon.
Another famous free agent who could be heading to WWE is Tama Tonga. Although he isn’t related by blood, he is still considered family as the son of Haku. Multiple outlets reported that he is expected to sign with WWE after spending most of his career in New Japan Pro Wrestling. It’s unclear when he could debut, but he’s seemingly on track to be on the roster soon.
Jey may soon get his wish, as the company could make significant moves to sign two famous and accomplished members of the Anoa?i Family. Hopefully, this will lead to more great storytelling in WWE that will last for the next few years.
The pro wrestling landscape is always interesting when free agency is a part of the conversation. You never know where those people will show up next, and now Jacob Fatu’s name is on that list.
Jacob Fatu Is A Free Agent
Jacob Fatu is currently not tied to any contractual obligations. He is a free agent, and that report has now been confirmed.
Bodyslam.net confirms that the former MLW World Heavyweight Champion is a free agent. Despite earlier suggestions that Fatu was still bound by an MLW deal until 2025, independent sources have verified to Cassidy Haynes that he is not currently under contract with Major League Wrestling and is open to signing with any organization. SE Scoops has also reached out for further comment.
Rikishi Already Told Us
We previously reported that Jacob Fatu is now a top free agent in the pro wrestling world. He could obviously be a big benefit for many pro wrestling companies out there.
Jacob Fatu is known for his time in Major League Wrestling and his affiliation with the CONTRA Unit faction. He held the MLW World Heavyweight Championship. His wrestling style incorporates power, agility, and high-flying maneuvers, making him a versatile performer.
The Bloodline May Get A New Member
Jacob Fatu is ready to join the Bloodline as well, and join his family, including the Head of the Table, Roman Reigns. The Anoa’i Family could see another member join WWE soon enough.
“They do [want me to sign] and I appreciate that. The grind is, you do the hard work where nobody can see it. I appreciate them and I appreciate everyone talking good about me because, my mother-in-law always says this, ‘truth should come to the light.’ The truth is definitely coming to the light because it’s all the hard work. Everything in the back that people don’t see. We’re here with the students, you appreciate the hard work that goes into this. I appreciate the fans saying that.”
“Do I want to be there? Yeah, absolutely, but then again, I didn’t expect to be at MLW this long. It’s really in God’s hands. I’m thankful for it. I watch my brothers every day. Like Roman and my brothers say, they always call and tap in. They can say this and that about the family. Everyone is human. I love what they’re doing. That feeling of what they’re doing is real. If you ask me, it’s God’s timing. I’m going to leave it at that. There ain’t no telling.”
Fatu maintains a strong connection with his WWE family, and that may help him find a spot with the company. He is definitely one to watch in the years to come.
WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi has alerted both WWE and AEW that former MLW National Openweight Champion Jacob Fatu is a free agent.
Fatu gained massive recognition for his tenure in Major League Wrestling (MLW) and his association with the faction CONTRA Unit. He is a former MLW World Heavyweight Champion. His in-ring style combines power, agility, and high-flying moves and those traits make him a dynamic performer.
Jacob recently made New Japan Pro Wrestling appearance at the Battle in the Valley where he teamed with Fred Rosser and Shota Umino and defeated Team Filthy (Jorel Nelson, Royce Isaacs & Tom Lawlor.)
As his last name suggests, he belongs to the Anoa’i wrestling family, which includes legends such as Yokozuna, Umaga, and The Rock. Recently, Roman Reigns-led The Bloodline stable has been unstoppable and represents the family in WWE. Well, given Jacob’s free-agent status, his next move is still a mystery. Rikishi has now put both WWE and AEW on notice after Jacob Fatu ended his five-year run with MLW.
Rikishi believes Jacob Fatu is “ready”
Taking to Twitter/X, Rikishi has said that Jacob Fatu “has been the baddest talented Indy worker on the scene” and that “Its TIME.” He then raised the question as to whether AEW or WWE would bag the signing of the Samoan superstar.
Fans and promotions alike have their eyes on Jacob Fatu as a potential future star in major wrestling companies like WWE and AEW with his reputation steadily growing. He possesses the potential to dominate the wrestling world and he remains a compelling figure in the industry.
There is a huge chance that he could make a move to WWE. It is something that he has been vocal about in the past, more specifically about joining The Bloodline could bolster the stable.
We will have to wait and see what the future holds for Jacob Fatu.
Game Changer Wrestling returned with an intriguing card for the second Highest In the Room live event. One of the featured matchups had GCW World Champion Blake Christian defending his title against Starboy Charlie.
The GCW World Champion came into the match motivated to defend his title for the 27th time. His last successful defense was against Little Guido at GCW What Is Your Choice on December 3. Christian has had an incredible run this year in the promotion, and it looks like he could end 2023 with it still around his waist.
GCW Highest In The Room 2 Blake Christian vs. Starboy Charlie
“The Denim Dragon” tried his best to pull off the upset victory, including nearly winning with a Piledriver. However, Christian was able to bounce back in the match and land a Curb Stomp on Charlie for the win.
Another match on the card featured All Elite Wrestling superstar Andrade El Idolo taking on Joey Janela in his GCW debut. El Idolo won the match with a Figure Four Leg Lock.
GCW Highest In The Room 2 occurred at the Ukrainian Culture Center in Los Angeles, California. The event streams live on FITE TV with a subscription to FITE+ for $7.99.
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Starboy Charlie challenges Blake Christian for the GCW Title at #GCWHighest in LA!
+ Andrade v Janela Maki Death Kill v Johnny/Taya VIF v Masha/Rina Cardona/SDL/Jimmy v Macizos Santana v South Joe v Wreck SGB v SPS
