“Leader”: Rikishi Seemingly Chooses Among Sons in Roman Reigns’ Bloodline After Jimmy Uso Expulsion

It has been quite a while since a single faction has managed to completely dominate the WWE. However, over the last few years, we have seen how The Bloodline has occupied a role that we have not seen in the company for several years. In fact, the story has taken a complete turn with the disbandment and then recreation of the now iconic faction.

As Solo Sikoa took over, the storyline is now going to be about Bloodline old run by Roman Reigns vs. the new Bloodline currently headed by the Tribal Heir Solo Sikoa under the leadership of a mysterious new Tribal Chief. And now Rikishi, the father of banished Bloodline members Jimmy and Jey Uso, has revealed his allegiance.

Rikishi voices his support for the new Bloodline

The WWE legend is very active in sharing his thoughts on the current storylines involving his family in the WWE. So now that his son Jimmy Uso was assaulted by the Bloodline, one would expect him to be on Reigns’ side when he returns and support the fight against the new group. However, Rikishi instead uploaded a picture on Instagram with Solo Sikoa, as he praised him as a leader. In the caption, he wrote, “A BORN LEADER #ParamountChief #Bloodline🩸☝🏾#TakingItALL 🇼🇸 #WweSolo #FatuBrand #anoaifamilly Acknowledge him ????”

In fact, the former WWE wrestler also expressed his approval of The Bloodline’s evolution a few days ago. He said that Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa have been working so hard and building their brand in New Japan. So it was amazing to see them finally come home. The WWE is the home of The Bloodline. Rikishi added about the new faction setup, saying that Sikoa with the brothers Tama and Tonga Loa is doing a great job. In fact, he would also like to be a part of the group.

The Samoan legend talks about the possibility of taking Paul Heyman’s place

In recent years, Paul Heyman has become a pivotal part of The Bloodline. Especially in his role as a special advisor to Roman Reigns. However, the dynamics within the faction are evolving, and more changes are anticipated in the future. In a recent edition of Off the Top, Rikishi was approached with the possibility of taking Paul Heyman’s place within The Bloodline.

Although he did not expressly confirm his interest in it, he was receptive to the idea and mentioned that he might consider proposing it to further strengthen the faction. He said, “Da*n, every time I try to leave me out, you try to put me back in. And of course, I’m not saying, ‘No, I won’t.’ What I’m saying is, Hey, I’ll see it coming a mile away, and I’ll know when it’s time to throw my name in the hat. At the end of the day, we’re going to make sure that this is going to be an even playing field for The Bloodline on both sides.”

Uncertainty about the future of the faction persists. Reigns has yet to make his return to programming, and the reaction he will have to the allied forces of Sikoa alongside Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa remains a mystery. But it all surely signals a fight between the two. What do you think? Will Rikishi join the fight as well? Let us know in the comments.