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What was the real reason behind Solo Sikoa's car crash that led to his arrest?
What was the real reason behind Solo Sikoa's car crash that led to his arrest?

Time of India

time16 hours ago

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

What was the real reason behind Solo Sikoa's car crash that led to his arrest?

(Image via WWE) The July 18 edition of SmackDown served as the fallout show for last week's Saturday Night's Main Event as well as the all-women's PLE, Evolution. The show emanated live from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas witnessed a shocking turn in the storyline when Solo Sikoa was arrested by police for framing a car crash for his arch rival and Bloodline member Jacob Fatu. During the segment, SmackDown General Manager Adam Pearce orchestrated an elaborate search operation where United States Champion Solo Sikoa was caught for causing an accident. Later, the segment culminated with Pearce announcing that Sikoa will defend his title against his cousin, Jacob Fatu, inside a Steel Cage at SummerSlam. But, what is the real reason behind Sikoa's misdeed? The real reason behind Solo Sikoa's car crash that led to his arrest On the July 18 episode of WWE SmackDown, the Stamford-based promotion opened with a mysterious police scene in the parking lot where an accident had reportedly taken place involving members of Solo Sikoa's faction, MFT. The real reason behind the staged car crash was to announce and confirm a match card between Solo Sikoa and Jacon Fatu for the upcoming SummerSlam 2025. The storyline actually unfolded when some individuals dressed as police officers approached GM Adam Pearce and identified Jacob Fatu as the person who caused an accident. After a tense conversation, Fatu refused, but Pearce convinced him to go with the officers for questioning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo With Fatu seemingly in custody, Solo Sikoa, accompanied by Tonga Loa, JC Mateo, and Tala Tonga, came to the ring and addressed the situation. Solo Sikoa gets arrested!!!! In the segment, Sikoa was seen taking credit for Fatu's entire WWE career, condemning his recent betrayal. Attacking Fatu, Solo said, 'Without his guidance, Jacob is reckless… All he cares about is his damn self. He betrayed his family. Once a criminal, always a criminal.' However, the tables turned when Fatu was released from the police car backstage, where his cousin Jimmy Uso was waiting for him. The cops informed Fatu that they had reviewed the footage and he was free to go. The two then immediately headed towards the ring. Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu to enter Steel Cage at SummerSlam: SmackDown highlights, July 18, 2025 Following this incident, a massive brawl erupted as Jimmy Uso and Jacob Fatu charged the ring to confront Sikoa and the MFTs. As the intense fight continued, Adam Pearce was out and stated, 'Solo, if you want to frame an innocent man, let's see how you like it at SummerSlam.' Pearce declared, officially announcing the match. 'You will defend the US Title against Fatu in a steel cage.' Pearce then brought out the police officers, and the segment ended with a shocked Solo Sikoa being handcuffed and taken away for orchestrating the fake car crash and framing Jacob Fatu. WWE SummerSlam: Confirmed match card WWE has recently confirmed the detailed match card for the upcoming SummerSlam event. Here's a detail of the confirmed match cards till the writing of this report for the WWE Premium Live Event: John Cena (c) vs Cody Rhodes - WWE Undisputed Championship Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul Tiffany Stratton (c) vs Jade Cargill - WWE Women's Championship Gunther (c) vs CM Punk - World Heavyweight Championship Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu- United States Championship title in a Steel Cage match Naomi (c) vs Iyo Sky vs Rhea Ripley - Women's World Championship Becky Lynch (c) vs Lyra Valkyria - Women's Intercontinental Championship Also Read : WWE SmackDown results (7/18/2025): A chaotic contract signing with John Cena and Cody Rhodes, Stephanie Vaquer wins, and more Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!

Current WWE Champion Arrested During SmackDown After Apparent Car Crash
Current WWE Champion Arrested During SmackDown After Apparent Car Crash

NDTV

time19 hours ago

  • Entertainment
  • NDTV

Current WWE Champion Arrested During SmackDown After Apparent Car Crash

WWE Men's United States Champion Solo Sikoa was arrested during WWE SmackDown after an apparent car crash. The episode started with an accident just outside the arena which left Solo Sikoa and the rest of his faction in shock. SmackDown General Manager Adam Pearce was stunned with the entire incident and Tonga Loa even had an injury on his forehead. Solo Sikoa was quick to point the finger at Jacob Fatu and accused him of causing the accident. However, by the end of the night, it was Solo Sikoa who was arrested inside the arena after it emerged that he faked the entire accident. Sikoa will also be defending his WWE Men's United States title inside a steel cage against Jacob Fatu at SummerSlam. The first ever two-night WWE SummerSlam will take place on on Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3 at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. A look at the updated WWE SummerSlam match card - John Cena (c) vs. Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade Cargill for the WWE Women's Championship Gunther (c) vs. CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship Naomi (c) vs. IYO SKY vs. Rhea Ripley for the Women's World Championship Becky Lynch (c) vs. Lyra Valkyria for the Women's Intercontinental Championship Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Jacob Fatu for the Men's United States Championship in a Steel Cage Match The Judgment Day (c) vs. Allies of Convenience for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul

WWE SummerSlam 2025 just got bloodier as Solo Sikoa v Jacob Fatu 2.0 moves inside the Steel Cage
WWE SummerSlam 2025 just got bloodier as Solo Sikoa v Jacob Fatu 2.0 moves inside the Steel Cage

Time of India

timea day ago

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

WWE SummerSlam 2025 just got bloodier as Solo Sikoa v Jacob Fatu 2.0 moves inside the Steel Cage

Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa (Image via WWE) WWE 's next big event in the run, SummerSlam 2025, is what anyone can talk about. The two-night event scheduled for Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3, 2025, is the 38th edition of this annual event and the buzz around it is exciting to say the least. And now the latest update has gotten fans even more thrilled. Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu will be facing each other again since Sikoa won the WWE United States Champion title belt from Fatu at the Night of Champions. And this time, things are going to be bloodier. Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa at SummerSlam will be a Steel Cage match Jacob Fatu has broken away from Solo Sikoa's faction, which is now the MFT - My Family Tree. And of course, this has not gone well with Sikoa or his 'family members'. More so, since Fatu actually came up to help Jimmy Uso after Sikoa and the MFT beat him when Uso challenged the current WWE United States Champion for his title. Not one to shy away from a good fight, the company has now decided to have Fatu and Sikoa face each other again. According to WrestleVotes, SummerSlam 2025, which will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will see Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu enter a Steel Cage match titled "Blood vs Blood." After the Night of Champions match in June, and then a subsequent confrontation at the Saturday Night Main Event, SummerSlam will be the next big stage for an explosive fight between these two heavyweights. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo SummerSlam 2025 is shaping up to be a thrilling weekend So far, the two-night event has issued quite a few match cards. With a little over two weeks left for the next big thing at WWE , already seven matches have been announced. From the John Cena and Cody Rhodes rematch to Becky Lynch facing Lyra Valkyria once again, fans will not be lacking for anything. The triple threat match between IYO SKY, Rhea Ripley , and Naomi, and the singles match between Jade Cargill and Tiffany Stratton are also going to be a big deal with so many female wrestlers turning it up for the big night. Even though a lot of fans had anticipated that Cargill and Naomi would take it up with each other once more after that Evolution match-up. There will also be a tag team match between Randy Orton and Jelly Roll vs Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul, and an unlikely match card that will see CM Punk facing off against GUNTHER. With so many math cards already decided, fans are eager for SummerSlam to come rushing in. Also Read: Why is Travis Scott's wrestling future at stake in WWE? Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!

Roman Reigns Tribal Chief Championship Revealed
Roman Reigns Tribal Chief Championship Revealed

Yahoo

time4 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Roman Reigns Tribal Chief Championship Revealed

Roman Reigns never held a custom championship during his last title run. However, there were plans for the OTC to get a custom-made 'Tribal Chief Championship.' Reigns solidified his run as the Tribal Chief by beating Solo Sikoa in a Bloodline Rules match on WWE RAW's Netflix premiere back in January. After the match, Roman got The Rock's endorsement as the face of the Anoa'i family. Advertisement WrestleVotes had reported back in December that WWE had discussed introducing a physical championship into the storyline between Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa. However, the pitch got scrapped. Despite those plans being cancelled, WWE debuted the Tribal Chief Championship as a commemorative item that fans could buy. WWEShop is now selling a new 'OTC1 Collection' of merchandise, which includes two shirts, gloves, and a Tribal Chief Championship. The OTC1 name is now Reigns' new nickname that will be used on WWE programming. WrestleVotes noted that Reigns would've received this custom title 'had that decision gone through back in December.' As for the price, fans can get the replica Tribal Chief Championship for a whopping $600. Roman Reigns made his WWE return last night on RAW Roman Reigns made his televised comeback on this week's episode of WWE RAW. The OTC made quick work of Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed before having a staredown with CM Punk inside the ring. Advertisement For those unaware, Punk won the RAW gauntlet main event to earn a World Heavyweight Championship match against Gunther at WWE SummerSlam 2025. As for Reigns, it seems Triple H has plans for the 'OTC1' to team with Jey Uso against Breakker and Reed. However, WWE has not confirmed those plans as of yet. Reigns hasn't competed since WWE WrestleMania 41 Night 1 when he collided with CM Punk and Seth Rollins in a triple threat match. Check out everything that went down on WWE RAW here. RELATED: Roman Reigns Speaks Out Following His WWE RAW Return The post Roman Reigns Tribal Chief Championship Revealed appeared first on Wrestlezone.

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