In a stunning turn of events at WWE’s SummerSlam 2025, Roman Reigns made his long-awaited return to the ring, shocking the WWE Universe by aligning with Jacob Fatu, who has officially stepped into the role of his new enforcer. This dramatic comeback follows months of speculation and a heated rivalry within The Bloodline, sparked by Solo Sikoa’s betrayal of both Reigns and Fatu.

Reigns, absent from WWE television since a brutal attack by Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman, and Bron Breakker on the RAW after WrestleMania 41, emerged to a thunderous ovation at MetLife Stadium. The former Undisputed WWE Champion wasted no time addressing the fractured state of The Bloodline, calling out Sikoa for his disloyalty and formation of Bloodline 2.0, which includes Tala Tonga, Tonga Loa, and JC Mateo. Sikoa’s actions, including his capture of the United States Championship from Fatu at Night of Champions 2025 with outside interference, set the stage for this explosive reunion.
Fatu, who turned babyface after betraying Sikoa at Money in the Bank, joined forces with Reigns to confront their common enemy. The Samoan Werewolf, known for his savage intensity, had been feuding with Sikoa after refusing to follow orders and losing his title due to interference from Tala Tonga and Tonga Loa. On the July 4th episode of SmackDown, Fatu ambushed Sikoa in a parking lot, signaling the escalation of their rivalry. Now, with Reigns by his side, Fatu has solidified his position as the muscle behind a reformed Bloodline.

The alliance was cemented during SummerSlam’s main event, where Reigns and Fatu interrupted a tag team match pitting Sikoa and JC Mateo against Jimmy Uso and LA Knight. As Sikoa’s group gained the upper hand, Reigns’ music hit, and he stormed the ring alongside Fatu, clearing house and leaving Sikoa reeling. The crowd erupted as Reigns hoisted the Ula Fala, reclaiming his position as The Tribal Chief, with Fatu standing tall as his enforcer.
Speculation about this partnership had been brewing for weeks, with wrestling journalist Bill Apter predicting on Sportskeeda WrestleBinge that Reigns would align with Fatu to counter Sikoa’s faction. “He’s gonna ally himself with Jacob Fatu,” Apter stated, envisioning a new Samoan Superpowers faction to dominate WWE. The addition of Fatu, a cousin of Reigns and a member of the Anoa’i family, adds a formidable force to this revitalized Bloodline, with potential for further recruits like Rikishi or Zilla Fatu to join the fray.
The WWE Universe is buzzing with excitement over this development, with posts on X suggesting a potential Samoan vs. Tongan Bloodline showdown. Fans are speculating about a multi-man tag team match at Survivor Series or even a high-stakes clash at WrestleMania 42. However, some X posts indicate mixed sentiments, with a few fans believing Sikoa’s faction could overpower Reigns and Fatu in future encounters.
As WWE heads toward Saturday Night’s Main Event 2025, all eyes are on how this new dynamic will unfold. Will Reigns and Fatu restore The Bloodline’s dominance, or will Sikoa’s Bloodline 2.0 prove too powerful? One thing is certain: The Tribal Chief is back, and with Jacob Fatu as his enforcer, the WWE landscape is set for an explosive new chapter in The Bloodline saga.