Is former NJPW star Hikuleo set to make his WWE debut soon after WrestleMania 41?

The Bloodline, comprising of three new members Tama Tonga, Tanga Loa, and Jacob Fatu, is all set to introduce another new member into their faction. Speculations suggest that Hikuleo, who could be the next wrestler to join this dominant group.

Earlier, fans witnessed Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, and Jacob Fatu join Solo Sikoa as members of The New Bloodline shortly after WrestleMania 40. A few Anoa'i family members were signed later that year, though they haven't yet appeared on television.

It has now come to light that Hikuleo could join the force soon. Previously, backstage reports suggested that both Hikuleo and Lance Anoa’i had also signed with the company, prompting speculation that they would be imminently factored into the Bloodline Civil War alongside either Roman Reigns or Solo Sikoa. However, there’s no confirmation from WWE’s end regarding his debut till the writing of this report.

Will Hikuleo debut soon on WWE?

Former NJPW star Hikuleo is expected to debut soon on WWE and will receive a big push from the company’s end when he makes his in-ring debut. Though WWE has not confirmed anything yet about his first WWE match, speculations suggest that he might set foot into the threshold of WWE after WrestleMania 41.

Recently, during an interview with Sportskeeda WrestleBinge, WrestleVotes stated that although the specific date of the debut is unknown, it is anticipated to occur after WrestleMania, when call-ups and perhaps a draft occur. Additionally, similar to earlier Bloodline debuts, Hikuleo is expected to get a significant boost upon arrival.


In the interview, they said, “Don’t know when, probably after the reset. You know, once WrestleMania comes and goes, I think the rosters will look a little different – all three brands. So, I could see Hikuleo showing up on NXT. I don’t know, maybe May or June. But when he does, whenever that is, expect a big push. They like this guy. He’s big. He’s tall. He knows what he’s doing. He’s got a family background. I’d expect a decent push when he shows up.”

Hikuleo belongs to a well-known wrestling family of WWE legend Haku, who happens to Hikuleo's father and the younger brother of Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa. The wrestler began his career with NJPW, where he was part of the Bullet Club faction alongside his brothers.

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Hikuleo was supposed to make his debut last year, but could not happen due to a hiring freeze in the company. His contract with NJPW expired in 2024, following which he joined WWE in July 2024.


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