SmackDown featured a great promo by Jey Uso, directed at Universal Champion Roman Reigns. As the duo headed towards Clash of Champions, they delivered some bitter truth to each other, and fans were shocked to see the turn of events.
Chaos unfolded in the main event of SmackDown after the “Tribal Chief” (with Paul Heyman) said Jey Uso is nothing but a shadow. He has been overshadowed by his twin and Reigns all his life. Reigns called the Usos a great tag team but at the same time, he clarified Uso will never be Reigns.
Previously, WWE aired a promo package where multiple members of the legendary Anoa’i family weighed in on the match between Reigns and Uso. Even the family members, including Uso’s father and brother, picked the ‘Big Dog’ over him.
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However, Jey retaliated by saying that he knows what it is like to be in the dark. He asked Reigns, “Why can’t I provide for my wife and my kids, your nephews?” Jey concluded by saying people will know his name after he beats Reigns for the Universal Title at the upcoming PPV.
In the end, Uso went to the ramp to celebrate, but Reigns came back and delivered a vicious Superman Punch. He held his title to Uso’s face and said he will have to earn the title. An infuriated Reigns reminded Uso that he will never replace him at the head of the table.
“YOU WILL NEVER TAKE THIS TITLE. YOU WILL NEVER TAKE MY PLACE AT THE HEAD OF THE TABLE.” #UniversalChampion @WWERomanReigns couldn’t keep it in any longer. #SmackDown #WWEClash @HeymanHustle @WWEUsos pic.twitter.com/a0vJZwXCmo
— WWE (@WWE) September 26, 2020
Fans React to Roman Reigns and Jey Uso segment
Since the promo, Twitter has been bursting with praise for Uso. The segment had excellent mic work from both men and was definitely the highlight of the night.
His promos tonight gave me LIFE. Talent on the mic, talent in the ring.
— RDream (@RDream22) September 26, 2020
Jey Uso just sold the hell out of his title match at #WWEClash
Looking forward to that one.
— Ryan Satin (@ryansatin) September 26, 2020
Goosebumps hearing Jey USO’s promo. #SmackDownLIVE @WWEonFOX @WWEUsos
— NattieByNature (@NatbyNature) September 26, 2020
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A preview to what is bound to be A Brutal,Personal Family Affair.
— Justin Zane (@JustinZane5) September 26, 2020
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I knew this was going to happen from the look last week, but I just didn’t want to believe it. It’s going to be a good match and Jey is going to be fired up and hit Sunday!!
— Emilee (@Emilee68976121) September 26, 2020
Okay, Jey Uso is an even better promo than I thought. He cut really good promos in the early heel days but they got repetitive after a while. This entire segment felt so honest and even though I’m sure Jey loses, I really want his push now. Kudos WWE. Kudos.
— Stay safe, stay smart. (@AlyxDG2) September 26, 2020
FINALLY!!! I was getting bored of the passive aggressive behaviour from Roman Reigns. He Superman punched Jey Uso and told him “take the payday (at Clash of Champions) and the ass kicking that comes with it”. I can’t wait for this match… #ReignsVsUso #Smackdown #WWEClash pic.twitter.com/MaQ7TWIrcn
— Raphael Wilson (@089968Raph__) September 26, 2020
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The promo established Roman’s heel persona and Jey Uso’s credibility as a singles performer. Uso’s delusion about his cousin seems over now.
Things are definitely heating up for Clash of Champions 2020. Who knows, maybe we will see some other members of the family get involved in the feud.