Jacob Fatu WWE SmackDown return stunned audiences last Friday night as he interrupted the main event by attacking both Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes, abruptly shifting the direction of the show in Berlin, Germany. Fatu’s unexpected interference not only altered the outcome of the Undisputed WWE Championship match, but has also left the WWE Universe demanding answers about his motives and next moves.
Jacob Fatu’s Dramatic Comeback Changes the Game
After being absent since mid-October following a backstage assault, Jacob Fatu, known as The Samoan Werewolf, made a highly anticipated return during the climactic final stage of the “3 Stages of Hell” matchup on SmackDown. Just as Drew McIntyre was nearing victory and about to leave the steel cage, Fatu appeared and launched a fierce assault on McIntyre, who many believe was behind Fatu’s previous absence. The chaos only escalated when Fatu turned his aggression toward Cody Rhodes, effectively costing Rhodes his Undisputed WWE Title as McIntyre crawled out of the steel cage to claim victory.
This shocking double attack left fans confused and speculating, as both the victim of Fatu’s alleged earlier attacker and the defending champion were left reeling. The abruptness and intensity of Fatu’s actions heightened both suspense and uncertainty around the SmackDown roster, drawing further attention to the ongoing rivalries and shifting alliances.
Fatu’s Social Media Message Fuels Speculation
In the aftermath of his turbulent return, Jacob Fatu shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), prompting new questions from the audience. Fatu, age 33, announced the creation of his official Instagram account, encouraging fans to follow him, but offering no explanation for his in-ring actions.
“FOLLOW MY OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT❗️ DONT WASTE YOUR TIME TRYING TO DM I WONT CHECK IT❗️🚨 KEEP GOD 1st JESUS CHRIST,” Fatu tweeted.
With his Instagram followers quickly rising—to over 4,200 at the time of writing—the decision to remain silent about his SmackDown assault has kept fans waiting anxiously for an explanation. Observers are left to wonder if more will be revealed at the next WWE event.
Mark Henry Weighs In on the Motivation Behind Fatu’s Actions
Addressing the fallout on Busted Open Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry provided his own perspective regarding Fatu’s controversial actions and their implications for both McIntyre and Cody Rhodes. Henry dismissed the idea that Fatu and Drew McIntyre collaborated in any way, emphasizing the independence of Fatu’s motives.
“I do not think that you’ll hear a case where Jacob Fatu was working with Drew McIntyre and this is something that was a joint effort. I know it is not to be true, and you see that by the action that happened in the ring, he attacked Drew McIntyre, and then he attacked Cody, but he only attacked Cody because Cody went sticking his nose in business that didn’t belong to him,” Henry said.
This commentary offered by Mark Henry has fueled further debate in the wrestling community about where allegiances truly lie and the reasons for Fatu’s abrupt return and fierce attacks. The WWE Universe is now left to wait until the next SmackDown to see whether Fatu will provide any clarity about his motives—keeping fans on edge for developments in the ongoing saga between Fatu, McIntyre, and Rhodes.
The dramatic return of Jacob Fatu has reshaped storylines on WWE SmackDown and raised the stakes for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Both long-time viewers and newcomers are certain to follow the unfolding events closely, as unanswered questions and heightened rivalries promise more confrontations ahead. With the next WWE SmackDown looming, anticipation and speculation around Jacob Fatu’s role and future actions remain at a fever pitch.
🚨FOLLOW MY OFFICIAL INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT❗️DONT WASTE YOUR TIME TRYING TO DM I WONT CHECK IT❗️🚨
KEEP GOD 1st
JESUS CHRIST https://t.co/eMAJRk3iyE pic.twitter.com/x74kjNOhwH— Jacob Fatu (@jacobfatu_wwe) January 10, 2026
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