Solo Sikoa Was Surprised To Learn That Jacob Fatu Was A Spy For Roman Reigns After Discovering He Was Involved In The Attack On Paul Heyman

The WWE Universe was rocked this week by a stunning revelation that has turned The Bloodline saga upside down. Solo Sikoa, the self-proclaimed Tribal Chief who led a rebellious faction against Roman Reigns in 2024, reportedly expressed shock upon learning that Jacob Fatu—one of his most trusted enforcers—was secretly working as a spy for Reigns all along. The bombshell came to light after evidence surfaced linking Fatu to the brutal attack on Paul Heyman last summer, an incident that had cemented Sikoa’s takeover of The Bloodline. As of February 27, 2025, this twist has sent ripples through the wrestling world, raising questions about loyalty, deception, and the future of WWE’s most dominant family storyline.

The saga traces back to June 28, 2024, when Sikoa orchestrated a vicious assault on Heyman during a *SmackDown* segment at Madison Square Garden. After Heyman refused to acknowledge Sikoa as the Tribal Chief—a title long held by Reigns—the new Bloodline unleashed chaos. Sikoa delivered a Samoan Spike, and Fatu followed with a top-rope flying headbutt, culminating in a triple powerbomb that sent Heyman crashing through the announce table. The attack sidelined the legendary “Wiseman” for months and marked Sikoa’s bold claim to leadership, backed by Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa. At the time, it appeared as a unified front against Reigns’ legacy, with Fatu’s ferocity earning him the moniker “The Samoan Werewolf” and Sikoa’s trust.

Fast forward to early 2025, and the cracks in Sikoa’s regime are undeniable. Reigns reclaimed the Ula Fala—the sacred Samoan necklace symbolizing tribal leadership—by defeating Sikoa in Tribal Combat on the *Raw* Netflix premiere on January 6. Since then, Sikoa’s grip on The Bloodline has weakened. His return on the February 7 *SmackDown* saw him attack Cody Rhodes, but tensions with his own crew were palpable. Posts on X from fans and insiders hinted at discord, with some speculating that Fatu’s loyalty might not be as steadfast as Sikoa believed. Those whispers gained traction when Heyman, back in the fold with Reigns, dropped a cryptic hint on the January 3 *SmackDown*, revealing that Sikoa had “stolen” the Ula Fala from Reigns’ bag—a theft Fatu allegedly facilitated.

The real shock came this week when backstage sources, reported by Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer, confirmed that Fatu had been feeding information to Reigns since joining The Bloodline in June 2024. Far from being Sikoa’s loyal soldier, Fatu was a plant, strategically placed to undermine Sikoa’s rebellion from within. His role in the Heyman attack, once seen as proof of allegiance to Sikoa, was allegedly a calculated move orchestrated by Reigns to push Heyman out temporarily and lure Sikoa into a false sense of security. Sikoa, blindsided by the betrayal, was reportedly overheard in a heated exchange backstage after the February 21 *SmackDown*, questioning how he missed the signs. “I brought him in, gave him everything,” Sikoa said, according to a crew member who spoke anonymously. “To find out he was with Roman the whole time—it’s a knife in the back.”

Fatu’s duplicity explains much of the past eight months. His debut at Money in the Bank on July 6, 2024, where he helped Sikoa’s team defeat Rhodes, Randy Orton, and Kevin Owens, now looks like a performance to maintain cover. Even his over-the-top declarations of love for Sikoa—like the one before Crown Jewel on November 2, when he pinned Reigns—seem hollow in hindsight. Reigns’ return at SummerSlam on August 3, where he cost Sikoa a shot at Rhodes’ title, marked the beginning of Fatu’s subtle shift, feeding intel that helped Reigns assemble allies like Sami Zayn, The Usos, and CM Punk for Survivor Series: WarGames on November 30. That victory edged Reigns closer to reclaiming control, a plan Fatu quietly advanced.

The fallout has left Sikoa reeling. Once the architect of a new Bloodline, he now faces a faction on the brink of collapse. Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa, loyal to Sikoa thus far, have yet to comment, but their faith may waver with Fatu exposed. Reigns, meanwhile, stands stronger than ever, his “Original Tribal Chief” status bolstered by this masterstroke. Heyman’s return as his consigliere, complete with a knowing smirk on recent shows, suggests the attack was a sacrifice he willingly endured to set the stage for Sikoa’s downfall. Fans on X are split—some hail Reigns’ genius, while others lament Fatu’s turn, having bought into his wild persona.

With the Royal Rumble looming on February 1, where Reigns is set to compete, the implications are massive. Will Sikoa retaliate against Fatu, sparking an all-out Bloodline war? Or will Reigns leverage this betrayal to crush Sikoa’s faction entirely? Rhodes, still holding the WWE Championship, watches from the sidelines, his own history with both men adding intrigue. For now, Sikoa’s surprise at Fatu’s double-cross is the talk of WWE, a twist that proves the Anoa’i family drama remains as unpredictable as ever. As one fan tweeted, “Roman played the long game, and Solo never saw it coming.” The ring awaits the next move.