The WWE universe is buzzing with excitement as top names like Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn, Main Event Jey Uso, and Solo Sikoa continue to make waves in professional wrestling. In this edition of Sportskeeda’s WWE News & Rumor Roundup, we’ll go into the latest developments surrounding these superstars, as well as the surprise departure of a long-time WWE executive.
In a shocking turn of events, Solo Sikoa appears to have taken over The Bloodline, replacing Jimmy Uso with Tama Tonga and adding Tanga Loa to the faction. This move comes on the heels of Roman Reigns’ extended absence from WWE following his loss to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40. As The Tribal Chief remains on hiatus, Sikoa seems poised to lead The Bloodline into a new era of dominance.
Meanwhile, Jey Uso is reportedly eyeing a shot at the Intercontinental Championship, with Sam Roberts suggesting that he may face Sami Zayn for the title at SummerSlam. Uso’s journey as a singles competitor has been nothing short of impressive, and a match against Zayn would be a fitting culmination of his recent rise to prominence.
In other news, Boa, a 28-year-old wrestler who signed with WWE in 2016, was released from his contract earlier this month. Boa expressed gratitude to the company for his seven-year stint, revealing that he’ll be a free agent starting June 1. Although he never achieved significant success in NXT, Boa did have a notable rivalry with Solo Sikoa, who has since become a top name on SmackDown.
In a surprising move, former Chief Operating Officer Brad Blum departed WWE on May 1, reportedly leaving on his own accord. Blum, a 70-year-old veteran of the company, had been with WWE since 2006 and was said to be close to Vince McMahon. His departure marks a significant shift in the company’s leadership structure, leaving many to wonder who will fill the void left by his exit.