In an electrifying edition of WWE SmackDown, Jey Uso took center stage, initiating a gripping 40-minute Bloodline segment that left fans on the edge of their seats. The intense confrontation saw Jey Uso challenge his cousin, Roman Reigns, to a highly anticipated SummerSlam showdown.
With the Bloodline storyline taking a thrilling turn, anticipation builds for the explosive encounter that awaits at SummerSlam, where family loyalty could be put to the ultimate test inside the squared circle.
Jey Uso challenges Roman Reigns to a fight at SummerSlam 2023
The latest episode of SmackDown unfolded with an explosive “Trial of Roman Reigns” and culminated in a riveting confrontation led by Jey Uso. Following Jimmy Uso’s brutal assault by The Bloodline, Jey took matters into his own hands, anointing himself as the judge, jury, and executioner.
The Usos’ victory over Reigns and Solo Sikoa at Money in the Bank marked a significant moment, as it was the first time Reigns had been pinned in years. Rather than signaling the fall of Reigns’ empire, this defeat fueled a ruthless and vindictive side of the ‘Tribal Cheif’.
During the trial, the MSG crowd taunted Roman with chants of “You got pinned.” The Usos presented a video package showcasing Reigns’ darkest moments, which he found disrespectful. He expressed his weariness of shouldering the family’s burdens, removing his necklace and placing it around Jey Uso’s neck before viciously attacking him.
Reigns and Sikoa then targeted Jimmy Uso, while Jey Uso, after breaking free, also faced their wrath. Following a commercial break, Jimmy Uso was stretchered into an ambulance, accompanied by Jey Uso. Later, Jey Uso hunted down Reigns, launching a ferocious attack with a steel chair, demanding a one-on-one match, and promising to be Reigns’ judge, jury, and executioner.
The intense developments on SmackDown have set the stage for a thrilling showdown between Jey Uso and Roman Reigns, where the fate of The Bloodline will likely be determined.
Wrestling fans react to epic 40-minute Bloodline segment
The Bloodline segment on WWE SmackDown garnered an overwhelmingly positive response, with praises reverberating throughout the locker room. The show kicked off with a captivating segment that saw the family members pretty much giving it their all, and Roman Reigns teasing the possibility of crowning a new tribal chief.
Another crazy filled Bloodline segment in the books, nearly 40 minutes by the way.
What did we make of THAT?!#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/zupl2XMgat
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) July 8, 2023
Michael Cole’s reaction to the ending of The Bloodline Civil War, and Jey Uso pinning Roman Reigns is amazing.
The amount of passion Cole puts into his calls at commentary without Vince in his ear has been a joy to listen to/watch. #MITB | @MichaelCole 🐐 pic.twitter.com/PEXGyEKWZX
— PW Chronicle (@_PWChronicle) July 5, 2023
I don’t care how many times it has been said, but “cinema” defines this Bloodline storyline completely.
Roman Reigns just put on an Oscar worthy performance, literally on his knees with real tears coming down his face. #TribalCourt | #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/PCfulqyHkH
— PW Chronicle (@_PWChronicle) July 8, 2023
During SmackDown, Roman Reigns hinted at Jey Uso becoming the head of the table, leading to chaos erupting. In the end, Solo Sikoa presented a flower to Reigns, but there was a significant moment of hesitation.
According to Sean Sapp of Fightful, the backstage reception to the Bloodline’s segment was highly positive. This feedback shouldn’t come as a surprise, given the quality of the performance and the storyline’s intrigue.
As we look ahead, the future of the Bloodline on WWE SmackDown remains uncertain. However, their involvement in SummerSlam is expected to be significant, and the path leading up to WrestleMania is open to speculation.
