On the August 25th episode of WWE Raw, Jey Uso triggered a major uproar by attacking key babyfaces during a tense showdown, intensifying speculation about a possible Jey Uso WWE face resurgence. The incident unfolded just days before the highly anticipated four-way WWE World title match scheduled at Clash in Paris.
Chaos Erupts After LA Knight vs. Bron Breakker Match
The main event featured LA Knight battling Bron Breakker in a hard-fought contest. Although Breakker secured the victory, the match quickly descended into disorder when Seth Rollins and Breakker turned on Knight. The situation escalated further as Jey Uso and CM Punk entered to clear Rollins and Breakker from the ring. However, tensions heightened between Punk and Knight, culminating with Jey Uso delivering superkicks to both opponents, much to Rollins’ amusement. This dramatic sequence left fans questioning Uso’s allegiance and potential future role.
Rikishi Advocates for Jey Uso as WWE’s Next Leading Face
Recently, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi expressed strong support for his son Jey Uso during an appearance on the Rikishi Fatu Off the Top podcast, asserting that Jey is poised to be the company’s top face again. Elaborating on Uso’s capabilities, Rikishi said,
“Jey’s [Uso] still that guy to be able to, you know, he’s young, he’s still active to be able to keep moving. I feel the company can trust Jey now. They can trust him to be able to, if you wanted to carry the ball again, that he can. And at the end of the day, it’s like, the numbers don’t lie on stuff like that.” —Rikishi, WWE Hall of Famer
Rikishi emphasized that WWE sees Jey not only as a performer but understands him on a personal and professional level, as Joshua Fatu, appreciating his mindset and work ethic behind the scenes.
Upcoming Developments and Potential Future Storylines
With the Clash in Paris event approaching rapidly, the recent turmoil involving Jey Uso, CM Punk, and other top stars could foreshadow significant shifts in WWE’s storytelling. The growing speculation about Jey Uso’s return to a prominent face role suggests the creative team may be positioning him for a larger push in the near future. Additionally, the ongoing rivalries and tensions hint at evolving dynamics on Raw that fans should watch closely.
Meanwhile, in a separate storyline, a former women’s world champion has teased an upcoming major gimmick transformation on Raw, signaling more excitement ahead for WWE viewers.
