Kit Wilson, a rising WWE star, recently issued a direct threat to Jacob Fatu on social media, signaling an escalating conflict between the two. The warning came shortly after Royal Rumble 2026 concluded, a night when Wilson did not participate in any matches, despite his increasing prominence in WWE.
Wilson’s Transition to a Solo WWE Competitor
Wilson’s rise as a singles wrestler occurred unexpectedly following an injury to his tag team partner, Elton Prince. The Pretty Deadly duo had built their careers together, making it difficult for Wilson to imagine performing alone. In an appearance on the INSIGHT podcast with Chris Van Vliet, Wilson described how nervous he was stepping into singles competition for the first time.
“Oh my goodness, God, yeah. So the first day I went to SmackDown without Elton, I felt like I was five years old going to school for the first time. Because, again, we are best friends. We met on the independents. We signed together. We’ve done everything together. When we moved over to America, we live together. We talk every day. I love him, and we viewed each other as one person. We never talked to anyone and tried to talk as individuals. It was always about the team,” Wilson stated.
The sudden shift to a singles career has left Wilson navigating uncertain territory, as Pretty Deadly’s future remains on hold pending Elton Prince’s recovery from a neck injury.
Intensifying Rivalry Between Wilson and Jacob Fatu
Jacob Fatu recently made his return to WWE after a long break, immediately becoming involved in a heated rivalry with top star Cody Rhodes. Fatu also targeted Wilson, launching an attack against him on WWE SmackDown. Responding to this, the 31-year-old Wilson vowed retaliation, hinting at a future confrontation between the two.
“His time is coming,” wrote Wilson.
This exchange signals a growing tension that could lead to a high-profile match or feud in the near future. Fans are watching closely to see how this conflict unfolds, especially as Wilson looks to establish himself further as a solo competitor in WWE’s competitive roster.
Wilson’s Absence from Royal Rumble 2026 Raises Questions
Despite his rising popularity, WWE chose not to include Kit Wilson in the Men’s Royal Rumble match this year, a decision that surprised many observers. This move has left Wilson’s immediate WWE plans uncertain, especially as he adapts to the challenges of being a singles star without his longtime partner.
As Wilson continues his journey and the rivalry with Jacob Fatu intensifies, WWE fans can expect more dramatic developments in both storylines. How Wilson balances his solo career and responds to Fatu’s provocations will likely shape his role within WWE moving forward.
Kit Wilson discusses the nerves he felt going solo in WWE after Elton Prince’s injury:
“The first day I went to SmackDown without Elton, I felt like I was five years old going to school for the first time. We are best friends. We met on the independents. We signed together.… pic.twitter.com/SH3AaVSHX7
— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) January 27, 2026
