In a shocking turn of events at WrestleMania, Roman Reigns lost his Undisputed WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes, ending an unprecedented 1,316-day reign. Since that dramatic defeat, Reigns has been conspicuously absent from WWE programming, leaving fans eagerly speculating about his next move.
While Reigns has been out of the spotlight for over two months, significant changes have been brewing within his faction, The Bloodline. In a surprising development, Solo Sikoa has stepped up as the new leader, following Reigns’ temporary exit. Sikoa, previously known as the enforcer of The Bloodline, informed Paul Heyman that he was entrusted by Reigns to take charge, leading to major shake-ups within the faction.
Under Sikoa’s leadership, The Bloodline has seen the inclusion of new members Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa. These additions have not only bolstered the faction’s strength but also added a new layer of intrigue. After WrestleMania 40, Sikoa made a bold statement by attacking Jimmy Uso, underscoring that failure has consequences. Tama Tonga’s debut attack on Jimmy Uso further intensified the faction’s dynamics, and Tonga Loa’s inclusion solidified the revamped Bloodline.
WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi has weighed in on these dramatic developments, hinting at a potential explosive showdown between Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa. Rikishi, who has been closely observing the evolving storyline, believes the tensions within The Bloodline are building towards a monumental clash.
Rikishi Predicts Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa at SummerSlam 2024
On his podcast, Rikishi speculated that SummerSlam 2024 could be the stage for this high-stakes confrontation. “I almost see Roman [Reigns] coming in and Solo [Sikoa] standing his ground,” Rikishi remarked. “Solo has been doing an outstanding job of maintaining The Bloodline’s dominance in Roman’s absence, effectively building his brand and leading what some are calling Bloodline 2.0.”
Rikishi elaborated on the potential showdown, noting that it aligns with what fans are eager to see. “If the fans want it, it definitely makes money,” Rikishi said. “Solo was always seen as the enforcer for Roman, and the prospect of them clashing, even if just for one match, would be a thrilling spectacle. It could be at SummerSlam or another major event.”
Interestingly, Roman Reigns was initially scheduled to appear on the go-home edition of SmackDown before SummerSlam. However, his removal from the show has sparked further speculation about the timing of his return. Could this indicate an earlier comeback, setting the stage for a confrontation with Solo Sikoa sooner than expected?
As WWE gears up for SummerSlam 2024, the potential clash between Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa promises to be one of the most anticipated storylines of the year. Fans are on the edge of their seats, waiting to see how this power struggle within The Bloodline unfolds and what it means for the future of WWE’s most dominant faction.
