Solo Sikoa WWE plans have shifted following recent developments on Friday Night SmackDown, where his faction, The MFT, was originally set to engage in a high-profile rivalry. This change comes after weeks of anticipation surrounding Solo’s role in WWE’s evolving storylines, affecting his trajectory in the company.
Background of Solo Sikoa’s Rise and Initial Storyline
After being betrayed by Jacob Fatu earlier this year, Solo Sikoa formed his own faction called The MFT, enlisting members Talla Tonga, JC Mateo, and Tonga Loa. Throughout 2025, Solo held the United States Championship, successfully defending it multiple times against challengers including The Samoan Werewolf. His dominance appeared secure until Sami Zayn’s transfer to SmackDown prompted an unexpected title loss by Solo.
With Sami Zayn resurrecting the US Open Challenge—a concept originally popularized by John Cena a decade ago—the dynamics of the US Championship scene shifted considerably, putting Solo’s position on the roster into question.
Plans for The MFT and The Wyatt Sicks Feud Scrapped
WWE had intentions to move Solo Sikoa out of the US Title picture and transition The MFT into a fresh rivalry with the eerie faction known as The Wyatt Sicks. This feud, teased with shadowy appearances of The Wyatt Sicks during MFT segments on SmackDown, was expected to introduce The MFT more prominently into the tag team division, marking a significant shift in the group’s role.
However, according to recent updates, WWE has canceled the planned confrontation between The MFT and The Wyatt Sicks for now. Solo’s backstage promo featuring only Tonga Loa pointed towards a new direction where Solo aims to reward Loa’s loyalty by pursuing another reign as WWE Tag Team Champion, signaling a focus on tag team competition within the family faction.
Solo Sikoa’s Future and Prospects in WWE
The altered direction may lead Solo to push his faction further into the tag team scene while possibly reigniting personal rivalries, such as with Sami Zayn—the current US Champion. Sami has successfully defended the title recently against notable contenders like John Cena (resulting in a no-contest), Rey Fenix, and Carmelo Hayes, making Solo’s path back to his first main roster championship uncertain but highly anticipated.
This shift reflects the unpredictable nature of WWE’s creative plans and highlights Solo Sikoa’s evolving role. As he refocuses on tag team success alongside Tonga Loa, fans and viewers alike remain anxious to see whether Solo will reclaim the US Championship or carve out a new legacy within the WWE landscape.
“If Solo Sikoa’s goal now is to push his family to the title picture, then it is not out of the realm of possibility that he reignites his rivalry with The Underdog from the Underground.” ?BodySlam via Patreon
