WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi Fatu has expressed mixed feelings about his son Solo Sikoa’s portrayal in WWE, noting that his booking has sometimes been inconsistent since Solo assumed the role of the new Tribal Chief following Roman Reigns. However, Rikishi now feels optimistic about WWE’s recent direction for Solo, especially amid the ongoing feud with the Wyatt Sicks, which has engaged many fans.
Rikishi Highlights Solo Sikoa’s Character Development
During an episode of his Off The Top podcast, Rikishi said,
“I think Solo found himself, you know what I mean? It’s nice to be able to let, you know, Solo be Solo,”
praising Solo’s recent promo against the Wyatt Sicks. He also added,
“I mean, if he came up with that one? That’s a pretty good one, you know what I mean? And I think it’s kind of nice, and hopefully now, because I think we’ve seen this before with the Wyatt Family … and I’m hoping that they would really make this thing work and intertwine the storylines.”
WrestleMania 42 as a Platform for the Feud’s Expansion
Looking ahead to WrestleMania 42, Rikishi suggested that the event could serve as a key stage to amplify the battle between the MFT and the Wyatt Family. He proposed a creative, possibly gimmick-based match to elevate the storyline’s intensity and spectacle. Rikishi suggested,
“I think, you know, something like a huge gimmick-type of match between Solo and the MFTs versus The Wyatt Family. I don’t know. Maybe take it from there to a graveyard or something?”
He further emphasized the potential the Wyatt Family holds, stating,
“I feel like, you know, in due time they haven’t really got their fair share of push of the Wyatt Family, which can really be a good, good marketing type of faction.”
Possible Climactic Match Between Solo Sikoa and Uncle Howdy
Rikishi expressed that the rivalry should eventually conclude with a one-on-one encounter between Solo Sikoa and Uncle Howdy, ideally at WrestleMania. This final confrontation could deliver an impactful close to the feud, satisfying fans and advancing Solo’s character development within WWE’s narrative.
These views come at a time when WWE continues to shape Solo Sikoa’s WWE portrayal, reflecting both his growth as a performer and the company’s evolving storytelling. Rikishi’s insights suggest that maintaining creative momentum through intertwined storylines and high-profile matches could be crucial for Solo’s rising star.
If quoting, please credit Rikishi Fatu Off The Top with a h/t to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.
