At the SummerSlam event held on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Solo Sikoa defended his United States championship against Jacob Fatu inside a steel cage. The match was designed to prevent outside interference, particularly from Solo’s allies known as the MFTs. However, the MFTs found a way to impact the outcome despite the cage’s containment.
Interference Complicates the Cage Match Dynamics
The MFTs arrived around the ring, creating distractions and positioning themselves to assist Solo if needed during his escape attempt. Jimmy Uso appeared to balance the scenario but was swiftly removed from contention. Talla Tonga notably climbed the cage carrying handcuffs, which he used to momentarily restrain Fatu by cuffing his wrist to the cage’s top, hinting at a possible finish.
Although the production missed it, Fatu managed to free himself from the handcuffs and continued to block Solo’s exit. Despite Fatu’s resistance, Tonga struck Fatu with a kick, pushing him back and clearing the way for Solo to slip out of the ring and claim victory, thus keeping his U.S. championship intact.
Fatu’s Final Effort and Closing Moments of the Match
Following the loss, Fatu targeted JC Mateo and Tama Tonga, trapping them inside the cage. As a finale, Fatu executed a moonsault from the top of the cage, a dramatic move that momentarily gave the impression that he had come out on top of the match.
Despite the intense physicality and high-risk moments, it was Solo Sikoa who emerged victorious, maintaining his title after a contentious bout influenced heavily by the unexpected involvement of the MFTs.
Implications for Solo Sikoa and Future Rivalries
Solo’s successful defense amidst such interference underscores his resilience and the lengths to which his faction will go to secure wins. The violent confrontation at SummerSlam only intensifies the rivalry between Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, leaving the door open for future matches with heightened stakes. Fans can anticipate more dramatic encounters shaped by unpredictable interference and strategic chaos in the ring.
