Solo Sikoa and his faction, the MFT, sent a strong warning to Jacob Fatu last week on SmackDown ahead of their upcoming Steel Cage match at WWE SummerSlam. SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis is reportedly considering banning Solo Sikoa and his group from this Friday’s show in Newark, New Jersey, as a consequence of their recent conduct.
During last week’s episode of SmackDown, The Samoan Werewolf defeated The Miz despite Solo Sikoa and his MFT being ringside. After the match, Jacob Fatu and Jimmy Uso were outnumbered, with Fatu lying on the mat while Solo, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, and JC Mateo stood dominating the scene.
There is speculation about what could happen if Jacob Fatu challenges The Miz again or decides to face any member of Solo Sikoa’s MFT, such as JC Mateo, Talla Tonga—who is still awaiting his televised in-ring debut—or Tonga Loa, who has recently returned from injury. General Manager Nick Aldis could potentially book such a match but may also ban Solo Sikoa and his faction as punishment for their interference. If Jacob takes on The Miz again or faces any of the MFT, Aldis might exclude all four from this Friday’s SmackDown.
The scheduled Steel Cage match at SummerSlam removes the chance for outside interference, making any potential matchup on this Friday’s show a critical preview.
The Impact of Solo Sikoa and MFT’s Actions Outside the Ring
Solo Sikoa and his MFT remain a powerful faction due to their size and numbers, dominating opponents like Jacob Fatu and Jimmy Uso in recent weeks. Their position of strength, however, may depend on securing additional allies to maintain their advantage.
Beyond their WWE performances, Solo Sikoa and his crew recently broke character by acting as bodyguards for WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton at an airport, protecting her from aggressive fans. This behavior highlights the ongoing issue of WWE superstars facing harassment, especially female talent, while traveling.
With four imposing Pacific Islanders surrounding Tiffany Stratton, it became difficult for disruptive fans to approach her, reflecting the protective role Solo and his MFT fulfilled outside WWE programming.
What This Means for WWE and Future Events
If Nick Aldis moves forward with banning Solo Sikoa and the MFT from SmackDown, it could substantially alter upcoming storylines and match setups, especially ahead of SummerSlam. Such a decision would underline the seriousness of repercussions for interference and set a precedent affecting faction dynamics on WWE programming.
Fans can expect heightened tension for Friday’s show in Newark, as the possibility of bans, match changes, or unexpected confrontations looms large, intensifying the build-up to the Steel Cage encounter at SummerSlam.
