WWE Plans Hikuleo Debut SmackDown Lexington

WWE is preparing for a major SummerSlam season in 2025, including the inaugural two-night SummerSlam event in August at MetLife Stadium, with John Cena scheduled for his final SummerSlam appearance. The WWE Draft, traditionally held before SummerSlam, is reportedly being pushed back to after the event to tie in with the season premieres of RAW and SmackDown in September. Meanwhile, new developments are occurring within the Bloodline faction: Jacob Fatu turned against leader Solo Sikoa at the Money in the Bank event, and Hikuleo, who signed with WWE in 2024 but has yet to debut, is expected to appear on SmackDown soon, possibly joining Sikoa’s group as a replacement. In the King of the Ring tournament, Sami Zayn recently won a Fatal 4-Way match to advance to the semifinals, positioning himself for a potential World Championship opportunity at SummerSlam and possibly a chance to reclaim the Intercontinental Championship, highlighting WWE’s plans for a significant push for him. Speculation also surrounds a surprise entrant in the tournament, with rumors suggesting Roman Reigns might return to compete, which would be a major storyline development given his absence since WrestleMania 41.