WWE SmackDown on October 5, 2024, delivered one of the most shocking and brutal moments of the year. Fans around the world were left in disbelief as Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, two of Roman Reigns’ own blood relatives, launched a vicious attack on the Tribal Chief. This family betrayal added a new layer to the ongoing Samoan dynasty storyline, and it may change the course of WWE history.

The night started with Roman Reigns making his entrance, as dominant and confident as ever. Coming off a series of grueling matches, Reigns had been expecting a much-needed moment of peace. However, that was far from the case. The atmosphere quickly shifted when Solo Sikoa, accompanied by Jacob Fatu, entered the ring with a cold and calculated demeanor. The crowd, sensing tension, was on the edge of their seats as the two cousins stood face-to-face with the Tribal Chief.

What followed was nothing short of a complete betrayal. As Roman extended his hand in a gesture of peace, Solo and Jacob suddenly pounced, attacking Reigns with an unrelenting assault. The viciousness of the attack was evident as they hammered Roman down with punches, kicks, and brutal slams. The intensity in the ring reached a fever pitch as the audience erupted in shock and disbelief.
The beating was methodical. Solo Sikoa, once seen as Reigns’ enforcer, now appeared determined to prove that he was ready to step out of Roman’s shadow. Jacob Fatu, making his SmackDown debut with this ambush, showcased his immense strength and savage aggression, making it clear that he, too, was ready to claim his spot at the top.
The attack was symbolic, representing the rise of a new generation of Samoan warriors aiming to dethrone the Tribal Chief. The betrayal hit Roman hard, both physically and emotionally. With his once-loyal cousin Solo leading the charge and Jacob Fatu, another formidable member of the Anoa’i family, by his side, Roman was left defenseless in the middle of the ring. The audience watched in stunned silence as Reigns was left lying on the mat, a sight no one expected to see.
WWE commentators immediately speculated on the future of the Bloodline. Could this be the official end of Roman Reigns’ era as the Tribal Chief? What does this ambush mean for the future of SmackDown and the entire WWE? These questions loom large as fans await the fallout from this betrayal.
As SmackDown went off the air, it was clear that nothing in the WWE would ever be the same again. Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu have sent a powerful message to Roman Reigns and the WWE Universe – a new era of Samoan dominance may be on the horizon, and no one is safe.