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That said, in this article, we look at four surprises that fans probably won’t see coming at WWE SummerSlam 2026.
#4. Solo Sikoa eventually rejoins The Bloodline
Solo Sikoa has spent much of the past year standing opposite Roman Reigns after losing the title of Tribal Chief. However, the latest developments on RAW suggest the story may not be as straightforward as it appears.
Sikoa recently approached Seth Rollins with an offer to help him defeat Roman Reigns at SummerSlam. Thus, creating uncertainty over where his loyalties truly lie. Although many fans expect Solo to interfere on Rollins’ behalf, Triple H could flip expectations completely by revealing that the entire interaction was part of a larger plan.
Imagine Rollins believing Solo is on his side, only for Sikoa to attack him during the closing moments of the championship match. Such a twist would allow Roman Reigns to retain his title while officially welcoming The Street Champion back into The Bloodline.
After months of family tension, the reunion would immediately restore the faction to full strength. Also, it would give Roman an even more dominant position heading into the rest of 2026.
#3. Roxanne Perez betrays Liv Morgan
Liv Morgan has relied heavily on The Judgment Day throughout her latest championship reign. Also, Roxanne Perez has become one of her most trusted allies. However, trust rarely lasts forever inside WWE factions.
Perez has quietly established herself as one of RAW’s fastest-rising stars. She has competed against top names, including IYO SKY, while continuing to prove she belongs in the main-event scene. With SummerSlam offering one of the biggest stages possible, Roxanne could decide that helping Liv is no longer enough.
During the Women’s World Championship match, The Prodigy could seemingly arrive to support The Miracle Kid before turning on the champion at the worst possible moment. Whether she “accidentally” misses an interference attempt or directly attacks Liv herself, the betrayal would instantly end one of RAW’s strongest alliances.
Even if Liv Morgan somehow retains the championship, the fallout could launch an emotionally charged feud between the two women heading into the fall. On the other hand, if Morgan loses because of Roxanne Perez’s actions, the latter would immediately establish herself as one of WWE’s biggest villains.
#2. Zilla Fatu makes his WWE debut and helps Roman Reigns defeat Seth Rollins
For months, fans have speculated about Zilla Fatu eventually joining WWE. Thus, SummerSlam feels like the perfect place for that long-awaited debut.
Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins is expected to headline one of the two nights. Thus, it wouldn’t be surprising if the match descends into complete chaos. Seth has repeatedly shown he is willing to do whatever it takes to dethrone the Tribal Chief. Their rivalry has been one of WWE’s biggest stories throughout the summer.
Just when it appears Rollins has finally overcome Roman and neutralized The Usos and Jacob Fatu if they try to interfere, a completely unknown figure could emerge from the crowd. That person could be Zilla Fatu.
The debuting superstar could wipe out The Visionary. Thus, allowing Roman Reigns to capitalize and retain the World Heavyweight Championship. The reveal would instantly send social media into a frenzy while giving Roman another powerful family member to strengthen his already dominant faction.
Also, it would set up multiple blockbuster storylines beyond SummerSlam. Seth Rollins would likely seek revenge against both the OTC and WWE’s newest Anoa’i family member.
#1. Paul Heyman turns on Brock Lesnar and aligns with Oba Femi
Perhaps the biggest shock of SummerSlam could come during Brock Lesnar’s Hell in a Cell showdown against Oba Femi.
Paul Heyman has had an eventful couple of years, managing multiple superstars while constantly positioning himself beside WWE’s most dominant forces. His history with Lesnar is legendary. However, the company has repeatedly shown that Heyman’s loyalty only lasts as long as it benefits him.
Oba Femi has rapidly become one of WWE’s most unstoppable stars since arriving on the main roster. His confrontations with Brock Lesnar have demonstrated that he is not intimidated by The Beast. Also, the company has clearly presented him as a future franchise player. Recent RAW episodes have continued to spotlight his dominance heading into SummerSlam.
As Brock Lesnar and The Ruler push each other to the limit inside Hell in a Cell, Paul Heyman could finally reveal where his future truly lies. Instead of helping Brock survive, The Oracle could betray his longtime client with a shocking low blow or distraction that allows Oba Femi to score the biggest victory of his career.
The visual of Heyman standing beside Femi after Lesnar’s defeat would instantly create a new powerhouse alliance. More importantly, it would complete the passing of the torch from one generational destroyer to another.
With Paul Heyman’s guidance, Oba Femi could quickly become WWE’s next unstoppable main-event attraction. Meanwhile, Brock Lesnar would leave SummerSlam with perhaps the most stunning betrayal of his Hall of Fame career.
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