SmackDown's return to the USA Network started with a steel cage match for the undisputed WWE championship. Rhodes defended his title in a SummerSlam rematch against The Bloodline's new Tribal Chief, Solo Sikoa. By night's end, Rhodes joined forces with his greatest WWE rival.

The Wiseman, Paul Heyman, has finally responded to Roman Reigns‘ emotional moment from WWE SmackDown. Reigns made his return at WWE SummerSlam and confronted Solo Sikoa. Since his return, Reigns has had one aim in mind: to regain the Ula Fala from Sikoa and reclaim his position as Tribal Chief.

SmackDown! made its premiere on the USA Network, and with it, countless WWE legends returned, including the tribal chief Roman Reigns.

Roman Reigns has emerged as a leading figure in WWE, heading the Bloodline faction and receiving high praise from Kurt Angle. Overcoming initial fan resistance, Reigns' dedication and skill have made him one of wrestling's most engaging stars.