Jey Uso Seeks Tribal Chief’s Favor for Championship Redemption
In a dramatic twist on WWE’s Monday Night Raw, Jey Uso, the reigning World Heavyweight Champion, finds himself at a crossroads after losing his title to Gunther in a chaotic rematch on June 9, 2025, in Phoenix. The unexpected title change, coupled with a lack of buildup, has left fans buzzing and Uso determined to reclaim his championship. In a bold move reminiscent of past WWE storylines, Uso is reportedly turning to the “Tribal Chief,” Roman Reigns, for a favor akin to the one CM Punk provided him at WrestleMania 41, which helped him secure the title in the first place.
Uso’s journey to the World Heavyweight Championship was a career-defining moment. After years as a tag team specialist with The Usos, he broke out as a singles star, culminating in his Royal Rumble victory in February 2025 and a triumphant win over Gunther at WrestleMania 41. However, his reign was cut short when Gunther, “The Ring General,” capitalized on a clean submission victory, exploiting Uso’s injured ribs from a recent tag team match. The loss, described as a rare clean finish on Raw, has fueled Uso’s resolve to reclaim the gold he believes is rightfully his.
Sources close to WWE suggest Uso is seeking Reigns’ assistance, drawing parallels to CM Punk’s pivotal interference at WrestleMania 41. During that event, Punk’s distraction of Drew McIntyre allowed Uso to secure a fatal four-way match victory, earning him the number one contender spot. Now, with Gunther standing tall as champion, Uso is reportedly pitching a high-stakes alliance with Reigns, the former Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, to counter the growing threat of Seth Rollins’ new faction, which includes Bron Breakker. This faction has been a thorn in Uso’s side, with Breakker’s interference costing him in past matches.
The dynamic between Uso and Reigns is complex, rooted in their shared history in The Bloodline. Despite past tensions, including Uso’s departure from the faction in 2023, recent events show a thawing relationship. On the November 1, 2024, episode of SmackDown, Uso agreed to team with Reigns and his brother Jimmy against The Bloodline at Crown Jewel, provided Reigns treated him as an equal. Their loss at the event, followed by a WarGames victory alongside Punk and Sami Zayn, hints at a potential reconciliation that Uso may now leverage.
Insiders speculate that Uso’s request could involve Reigns orchestrating a distraction or interference in a future title rematch, mirroring Punk’s chair-wielding heroics on May 5, 2025, which saved Uso’s title reign against Rollins. However, aligning with Reigns risks complicating Uso’s alliances, particularly with Zayn, who also aided him against Breakker. Fans are speculating about a potential tag team match pitting Uso and either Punk or Zayn against Rollins and Breakker, with Reigns’ involvement possibly tipping the scales.
As WWE builds toward SummerSlam, the wrestling world is abuzz with anticipation. Will Reigns grant Uso’s favor and help him dethrone Gunther? Or will the “Tribal Chief” have his own agenda? One thing is certain: Jey Uso’s quest to reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship is far from over, and the WWE Universe is in for a thrilling ride.
