Paul Heyman issued a direct message to Solo Sikoa, marking a year since the infamous attack by The New Bloodline on WWE SmackDown, as part of his ongoing defiance regarding Sikoa’s status as Tribal Chief. This Paul Heyman message to Solo Sikoa reignites the intense Bloodline storyline, raising questions about alliances and leadership in the faction one year after Heyman’s refusal to recognize Sikoa’s authority led to severe consequences.
The Bloodline’s Shift in Power and New Additions
Following Roman Reigns‘ defeat by Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at WrestleMania XL, Solo Sikoa stepped up to spearhead The New Bloodline. At the recent Night of Champions Premium Live Event, Sikoa introduced new members to his team—JC Mateo, Tanga Loa, and Tala Tonga, formerly known as Hikuleo—signaling a new era for the group and further shaking up WWE’s landscape.
Heyman, still reflecting on the eventful night from a year prior, took to Instagram Stories to revisit the moment The New Bloodline violently targeted him. The Hall of Famer was not only powerbombed through a table, but also endured a brutal confrontation with Jacob Fatu, underlining the ongoing tensions and volatility within WWE’s storylines.
Reactions from Wrestling Icons on Heyman’s Ordeal
Rikishi, a respected Hall of Famer, shared his viewpoint on The New Bloodline’s assault on Paul Heyman last year, especially the harsh impact Heyman suffered after going through the commentary table. He highlighted Heyman’s willingness to contribute to the Bloodline saga despite not being a wrestler by trade, further emphasizing the commitment involved in telling this dramatic tale.
“Well, I mean at 58 years old, you know Paul’s not a wrestler. You know what I mean, I mean he’s taking bumps but not correct bumps where he’s able to protect him and so forth. I’ve seen that part of course on my Instagram… The WWE stories that they sent, big ups to Paul for taking that bump. He looked like he landed sideways which I feel he should have flattened out a little bit more, but I mean, to a guy that’s not what he does. Take a bump and stuff like that. It just goes to show you how much Paul is invested into this Bloodline story, so big ups to Paul.” —Rikishi, Hall of Famer
Heyman’s Influential Role During Major WWE Events
In addition to the anniversary of the attack, Paul Heyman maintained his presence at the Night of Champions Premium Live Event, supporting Seth Rollins during his attempt to cash in the Money in the Bank contract amidst the heated title match between John Cena and CM Punk. This involvement continues to spotlight Heyman’s enduring influence and adaptability within WWE’s ever-changing environment.
As The New Bloodline embraces new members and continues their aggressive narrative, Heyman’s recent message adds further complexity to internal rivalries. The next phase of the saga remains unpredictable, especially with key figures like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Cody Rhodes central to ongoing championship and leadership battles within WWE.
