The speculation surrounding Hikuleo has culminated in his official WWE debut, an arrival that directly led to a championship changing hands at Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
During the premium live event on Saturday, Solo Sikoa defeated Jacob Fatu to win the United States Championship, a victory made possible by the decisive interference of his cousin. The appearance of the 6-foot-8 superstar confirmed reports from earlier in the week that he was in Saudi Arabia, fueling expectations of his imminent involvement in The Bloodline’s ongoing conflict.
The title match was a physical affair between the former allies, with Jacob Fatu seemingly on the verge of retaining his championship even after fending off interference from JC Mateo and a returning Tanga Loa. Fatu took both men out with a dive over the top rope, but the numbers game proved to be too much. As the chaos unfolded at ringside, Hikuleo emerged alongside his brother, Tama Tonga, to launch a decisive attack on Fatu.
Following the assault, a weakened Fatu was rolled back into the ring where Sikoa capitalized on the opportunity to secure the pinfall and the championship.
This debut serves as a major development in the Anoa’i family civil war, officially introducing Hikuleo as a key member of Solo Sikoa’s expanding faction. His arrival had been anticipated for nearly a year after he signed with WWE in 2024. In the weeks leading up to Night of Champions, the company had been preparing him for a main roster role, having him compete in non-televised dark matches before episodes of Friday Night SmackDown.