On Saturday, capturing the United States Championship for the first time.
Hikuleo
Sikoa benefited greatly from significant interference by JC Mateo, the returning Tonga Loa, and the debuting Hikuleo, who chokeslammed Fatu onto the announce table, paving the way for Solo’s victory.
Just over a year ago, Fatu made his WWE debut as part of The Bloodline under Sikoa’s leadership, and in the following months, he became Solo’s most formidable protector.
Fatu gained recognition for his catchphrase, “I love you, Solo!”, but the relationship between them began to shift following WrestleMania 41 after Fatu defeated LA Knight to capture the U.S. title.
With both Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa sidelined due to injuries, Sikoa’s version of The Bloodline was reduced to just himself and Fatu.
At Backlash last month, Fatu defended the United States Championship in a Fatal 4-Way match against Knight, Drew McIntyre, and Damian Priest, placing The Samoan Werewolf in a challenging situation.
Toward the end of that match, Mateo made his debut by assisting Fatu, who subsequently won and retained the title.
Although Fatu emerged victorious, he felt unsettled and confused that Solo had brought Mateo into their group without his approval.
This tension escalated during the Money in the Bank premium live event when Fatu and Mateo appeared during the men’s Money in the Bank ladder match, seemingly giving Sikoa a clear opportunity to climb the ladder and retrieve the briefcase. However, Fatu intervened at the last moment, expressed his hatred for Solo, and caused him to lose the match.
With both Fatu and Sikoa reaching a breaking point in their brotherhood, they ultimately agreed to face each other at Night of Champions with the United States Championship at stake.
Sikoa emerged victorious over Fatu at Night of Champions, claiming his first title on the main roster, but given their intense rivalry, it’s likely that Fatu will seek retribution.