The intense feud between Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa for the title of Tribal Chief and the Ula Fala reached new heights with their recent match. Following Reigns' absence after dropping the Undisputed WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40, Solo Sikoa had declared himself the new Tribal Chief and crafted his own version of The Bloodline. The stage was set for what would be billed as the showdown of the year.
Roman Reigns made his grand return to WWE at SummerSlam this past August, igniting the rivalry with the so-called New Bloodline. Their feud came to a head during the Monday Night Raw premiere on Netflix, where Reigns and Sikoa were set for a Tribal Combat match—an emotionally charged bout for the Ula Fala and the mantle of Tribal Chief.
Upon arriving at the arena, Solo Sikoa entered first, signaling his readiness to claim dominance. He handed the Ula Fala to Paul Heyman before the match, perhaps to symbolize his solidification of leadership of the faction. Reigns followed, and with Heyman by his side, the tension was palpable.
The match began with brutality as Sikoa and Reigns took to the outside. Solo initiated the offense, hitting Roman with a Ura-Nage onto the announcer's table during the early exchanges. Reigns endured extreme assault, with Sikoa using steel chairs and even the steel ring steps to maintain his upper hand. Fans chanted for tables as the action escalated.
After some back-and-forth exchanges, including Solo delivering a low blow to Reigns, Solo attempted to utilize the table, but Roman intercepted with swift maneuvers, showcasing his resilience. Sikoa retaliated using kendo sticks and cruel tactics, pressing one against Reigns’ face. The violence intensified as fans were treated to moments of high drama.
Roman turned the table—literally—attempting to reclaim control by setting the kendo stick aside for his own offense. A powerbomb put Solo through the table, and Roman went for the pin, but interference from Tama Tonga disrupted the count. Jacob Fatu, another New Bloodline member, also made his presence felt with timely attacks on Reigns.
Still, amid the chaos and multiple run-ins, the match maintained its pacing, hanging on the edge of unpredictability with each near fall. Reigns found himself isolated at one point, but allies like Jimmy Uso and Sami Zayn made timely saves, leading to furious exchanges between all parties involved.
Just when it seemed Solo might catch Reigns off guard, Roman’s resolve shone through with skilled counters. He delivered impactful strikes and maneuvered through the chaos to assert his authority once more. The turning point came when he delivered not one, but two consecutive spears to Sikoa, reclaiming the win and the Ula Fala under the bright lights of the arena.
The aftermath of the match was equally monumental. Reigns relished his victory, holding the Ula Fala aloft as Paul Heyman stepped forward, only to have The Rock make his surprise appearance. The Rock, who had left his own legacy within wrestling, approached Reigns, solidifying the moment with the transfer of trust and respect. They shared a handshake, with Rock seeing the defeated Solo down at ringside, shaping up what could be the next chapter for the Bloodline.
This match not only reinstated Roman Reigns as the rightful Tribal Chief but also raised questions about the fate of Solo Sikoa and his faction. With the internal dynamics of the New Bloodline now shaken, the future seems uncertain as WWE fans await how this storyline will evolve. Could we witness new alliances forming or shifts within stables? Only time will tell.
WWE's Netflix era has certainly started with fireworks, and the fans left the arena with much to discuss—especially the dramatic turn of events and the glimpses of what's next for both Reigns and Sikoa. The WWE universe eagerly anticipates the fallout and future encounters between these two superstars, as they continue to battle not only for supremacy but also for legacy.