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Jacob Fatu put an exclamation point on his desire to win the World Heavyweight Championship, even as he was handed a loss to Roman Reigns at Backlash on Saturday night.
Fatu got that crazy look in his eyes after Reigns picked up the win. Fatu was shocked and furious as Reigns’ hand was raised in victory to retain his title. But Fatu made it clear that his pursuit of gold and glory would not stop at the premium live event.
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Jacob Fatu wrestles Roman Reigns during WWE Backlash at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla., on May 9, 2026. (Kevin Sabitus/WWE/Getty Images)
The “Samoan Werewolf” took his frustrations out on Reigns, Raw general manager Adam Pearce and some of the producers who came out to stop his post-match assault. The attack included Fatu going after the referee, putting the Tongan Death Grip on Reigns and super-kicking anyone who got in his way.
Reigns got the last word as he walked up the entrance ramp after the gruesome assault.
“This is why we should never let Jacob into this company,” Reigns told Cathy Kelley as he headed to the back. “You don’t belong here, Jacob. There’s nothing wrong with you. This is your last night here.”
Jacob Fatu celebrates over Roman Reigns during WWE Backlash at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla., on May 9, 2026. (Kevin Sabitus/WWE via Getty Images)
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Reigns and Fatu battled all night with a lot of “Chief of the Tribe” injuries seemingly ineffective throughout the match. But a key mistake ultimately cost Fatu.
Fatu had Reigns in the Tongan death grip towards the end of the match. Reigns clung to the referee, exposing a turnbuckle in the process. Reigns was able to ram Fatu into the exposed turnbuckle and hit a spear.
Reigns pinned Fatu for the win, but that sparked the chaotic scene.
Roman Reigns enters the ring during WWE Backlash at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla., on May 9, 2026. (Michael Owens/WWE)
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Fatu was last seen holding the World Heavyweight Championship over Reigns, who was sprawled out on the mat. The first battle may be over between the two, but the war is far from over.
