In a shocking turn of events on the most recent episode of WWE SmackDown, the imposing force of Jacob Fatu returned to television in dramatic fashion — and he didn’t come alone. He appeared alongside Jimmy Uso, igniting fresh tension and rewriting the power dynamics in the blue brand.
The Backstage Ambush: Setting the Stage
The story began when Jacob Fatu was written off television after a gruesome backstage segment: he was found bloodied and buried inside production equipment, the victim of a brutal scissors-knife ambush (kayfabe) that cast serious doubt on his in-ring status.
This injury-angle raised many questions: Who attacked him? Why now? And how would he respond?
The Return & The Alliance.
On the latest SmackDown, Fatu re-emerged, his visage raw, his presence electric. Standing alongside him? Jimmy Uso — once a trusted sibling of his own stable, now walking a different path. Their unexpected pairing turns heads: two potent forces joining for reasons yet to be fully revealed.
Jimmy’s involvement appears motivated by more than just tag team heroics. He has taken a personal interest in Fatu’s plight — the backstage assault, the unanswered questions — and the momentum is visibly shifting. Fatu, for his part, looks less like a returning underdog and more like a war machine ready to obliterate anyone who stands in his way.
The Target & The Twist
Complicating matters: Drew McIntyre emerged as the prime suspect in the backstage attack on Fatu. After the return segment, Drew was confronted by Jimmy Uso in a no-disqualification main event on the same show — a violent bout where Jimmy sought retribution and answers. But Drew’s innocence is being heavily teased.
With Fatu back and Jimmy in his corner, the focus simultaneously becomes two-fold: finding the real attacker and unleashing the full might of Fatu on whoever is revealed.
Why This Matters
Power shift: Fatu’s return destabilises the roster. Prior to his exit, he was being built as one of the most destructive solo forces in WWE. His alignment — albeit tentative — with Jimmy Uso has ramifications for tag teams, Bloodline politics, and championship pictures.
Storyline momentum: The backstage attack, the mystery assailant, the revenge-angle — all classic pro-wrestling storytelling at its best. WWE is weaving layers of intrigue: the physical comeback, the emotional drive, the unanswered questions.
Character evolution: Jimmy Uso’s decision to ally himself with Fatu suggests growth (or deviation) from his previous role. Meanwhile, Fatu returns not as a wounded hero but as a wounded beast — and possibly with a vendetta.
What’s Next?
Expect the following in the coming weeks:
A full-blown investigation on the identity of the attacker, possibly leading to a revelation that will send shockwaves through WWE.
A tag-team or faction-based alliance between Fatu, Jimmy Uso, and possibly others — creating a new force to be reckoned with.
Singles or multi-man matches featuring Fatu, maybe jumping immediately into high-stakes feuds given his momentum.
Jimmy Uso’s role expanding into a more active on-screen strategist/fighter, not just the supporting cast.
In short: Fatu’s return isn’t simply a comeback — it’s the kickoff of a chapter loaded with violence, mystery, and big angles. Paired with Jimmy Uso, the duo are poised to shake up WWE’s hierarchy.
