WWE’s latest edition of Friday Night SmackDown was filled with excitement as Tama Tonga made a triumphant debut in his first singles match, defeating Angelo Dawkins and advancing to the semi-finals of the King of the Ring Tournament. The 41-year-old wrestling veteran, formerly of New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), took to social media to celebrate his win, posting a video of his electrifying entrance on Instagram.
Tonga, a four-time NJPW Never Openweight Champion, is no stranger to singles competition, having successfully competed in both tag team and singles capacities throughout his career. His impressive debut in WWE has fans buzzing, but not everyone is convinced that his and his brother Tanga Loa’s arrival was properly timed.
Wrestling veteran Matt Morgan, speaking on the Gigantic Pop podcast, expressed his reservations about the WWE debuts of Tama Tonga and his brother Tanga Loa. Morgan believes that Jacob Fatu, touted as the biggest star among the three, should have been the first to debut, not the brothers. He questioned the logic behind delaying Fatu’s debut until after Tonga and Loa’s, sparking debate among fans and wrestling enthusiasts.
The Bloodline, a faction led by Roman Reigns, has undergone significant changes since WrestleMania XL, with Solo Sikoa taking temporary charge in Reigns’ absence. The faction’s dynamics have shifted, with new members and alliances emerging, but the focus remains on the WWE’s top talent.
As the WWE continues to evolve, Tonga’s debut is a welcome addition to the SmackDown roster. Fans will be eagerly watching to see how his singles career unfolds, while also keeping a close eye on the developments within The Bloodline. With the King of the Ring Tournament heating up, one thing is certain – Tama Tonga is here to make his mark in the WWE.