The final episode of WWE SmackDown before Saturday Night Main Event has come to a close, and it’s left fans with more questions than answers. One of the biggest developments of the show was a video package featuring Roman Reigns, where he made a groundbreaking announcement. The original Tribal Chief declared that he would be facing Solo Sikoa on the RAW Netflix debut show on January 6, 2025, with the Ula Fala on the line. The stipulation is a Tribal Combat, and all signs point to this match headlining the mega episode of the red brand.
This announcement has raised more questions about Roman Reigns’ future and his potential move to the RAW brand. If Roman wins the match, it’s possible that he will move to Monday nights, joining the likes of Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens. However, if Solo Sikoa emerges victorious, it’s likely that he will remain part of Friday Night SmackDown.
Roman Reigns has traditionally headlined every Premium Live Event he’s been part of, so it wouldn’t be a surprise if his match against Sikoa headlines the RAW Netflix debut show. Moreover, Reigns’ feud with Drew McIntyre could be gearing up for a long term feud, especially after McIntyre’s unexpected attack on Jimmy Uso at the start of SmackDown. McIntyre has already targeted Sami Zayn and Jey Uso for aiding Roman Reigns at WarGames, and with his attack on Jimmy, it seems that the Scottish Warrior is setting his sights on the OTC.
Meanwhile, a potential babyface turn for Tiffany Stratton may be on the horizon on SmackDown, as she’s being bullied by those around her. A shift in her character could lead to a possible MITB cash-in, making her the new champion. LA Knight, on the other hand, is still being protected as a singles star, as he likely would have suffered a clean loss to Solo Sikoa if the match hadn’t ended in a disqualification.
WWE’s subtle hints and clues have left fans eager for the next episode of SmackDown, where they hope to find answers to these lingering questions. With the RAW Netflix debut show around the corner, it’s clear that Roman Reigns is poised to have a major impact on the wrestling terrain. Will he make the move to Monday nights, or will he remain part of SmackDown? Only time will tell.
