World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns is set to face Jacob Fatu in a highly anticipated Tribal Combat match in Italy. This showdown will take place during the WWE Clash event on May 31, with matches scheduled for 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT.
Background of the Rivalry
The rivalry between Reigns and Fatu escalated after a recent encounter at Backlash. During this event, Reigns successfully defended his championship title against Fatu, who is also known as The Samoan Werewolf. Following the match, Fatu delivered a brutal attack on Reigns, igniting tensions between the two.
Recent Developments
In the aftermath of Backlash, Fatu intensified his actions. On the Monday following the event, he unleashed chaos by executing the Tongan Death Grip on The Usos and assaulted officials. This reckless behavior prompted rumors of possible termination from WWE, particularly during the May 18 edition of Raw.
Tribal Combat Showdown
Amidst the turmoil, Jacob Fatu has challenged Roman Reigns to a Tribal Combat match for the title. This decisive event is crucial not only for the championship but also in determining the future of their fierce competition.
Reigns’ Previous Successes in Tribal Combat
- Reigns has won two previous Tribal Combat matches.
- He defeated Jey Uso at SummerSlam 2023.
- He also triumphed over Solo Sikoa during the Raw on Netflix Premiere in 2025.
What’s at Stake?
This upcoming match raises the question: can Jacob Fatu dethrone Roman Reigns and become the next Tribal Chief? Alternatively, will Reigns maintain his position at the head of the table and improve his record to 3-0 in Tribal Combat?
Event Details
WWE Clash in Italy promises to be a memorable event for wrestling fans. Viewers can catch the action live on the ESPN App with an ESPN Unlimited plan in the United States and on Netflix internationally.
Do not miss this epic clash as two powerful contenders face off in a battle that could change the landscape of WWE forever.
