Jacob Fatu WWE SmackDown return captured headlines as the wrestler re-emerged at Friday Night SmackDown held at Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany. Fatu, once associated with The Bloodline, surged back into the spotlight at a critical moment late in the show, changing the landscape of the night’s most anticipated match.
Main Event Sees Fierce Battle for Undisputed WWE Championship
The headline match featured Drew McIntyre taking on Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Three Stages of Hell Match, a contest designed to intensify the stakes and challenge both participants’ endurance. McIntyre, often referred to as The Scottish Warrior, claimed an early advantage by using a low blow against Rhodes, then finishing the first stage with his signature move, the Claymore. Cody Rhodes, however, evened the score in the second stage by executing a Cross Rhodes maneuver that sent McIntyre crashing through the announcer’s desk in a Falls Count Anywhere segment. The tension escalated further as both stars entered the steel cage for the match’s final phase.
Jacob Fatu’s Intervention Shapes the Outcome
As the contest reached its climax, McIntyre attempted to exit the steel cage via the door. Jacob Fatu’s highly anticipated return interrupted this escape, as he blocked McIntyre’s way and then shifted his focus toward Cody Rhodes. Taking advantage of the chaos caused by Fatu’s arrival, Drew McIntyre managed to slip out of the cage, clinching the victory and earning the title of Undisputed WWE Champion.
Background on Jacob Fatu’s Absence
The unexpected return was significant, as Jacob Fatu had not appeared on WWE television since October 17, 2025. His previous absence was explained by a backstage assault orchestrated to remove him from storylines, reportedly so Fatu could address a dental issue. This strategic move by WWE’s creative team allowed Fatu the necessary time to recover while maintaining intrigue around his character and potential story arcs.
Anticipation Builds for Fatu’s Next Moves
With Jacob Fatu’s explosive involvement in the main event, the WWE audience and analysts now await the next chapter for the self-styled Samoan Werewolf. As WWE builds on this storyline, fans are poised to see how Fatu’s actions will impact existing rivalries and alliances, including any further developments with Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre. The Uber Arena event emphasized the ongoing unpredictability of Friday Night SmackDown, leaving speculation on high for what the WWE creative team plans for Fatu in coming weeks.
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