Since his October 26, 2021 debut at Halloween Havoc, the NXT 2.0 Superstar popularly known as Solo Sikoa has amazed everyone with his in-ring skills.His current feud with Gunther and Imperium has firmly established him as one of the show’s fastest rising stars. If Sikoa continues his fantastic performance in NXT, he will soon be seen entering the main roster.
Here are four things to know about the rising Samoan star.
4. Solo Sikoa wrestled as Sefa Fatu in the independent circuit
Before signing with WWE, Solo got popular as Sefa Fatu. He wrestled for various promotions in the independent circuit and has also shared the ring with a few big names.
#3. Solo Sikoa is a former FSW Nevada State Champion and AWF Heavyweight Champion
Sikoa was signed to the Las Vegas-based promotion, Future Stars of Wrestling. He finished Graves’ 258 day FSW Nevada State Championship reign by beating him at No Escape 2019. WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi saw Solo’s championship win, even delivering a Stinkface to the opponent’s manager, Sal E.
#2. Rikishi trained solo Sikoa
Before starting his career on the independent circuit, Solo learned the foundations of professional wrestling from his father, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi.
#1. Solo Sikoa is part of the Anoa’i Family
Solo’s real name is Joseph Fatu. Rikishi (Solofa Fatu Jr.) is his father, and he is the younger brother of Jimmy and Jey Uso. He is a member of the legendary Anoa’i family, including his cousin Roman Reigns, Rikishi, High Chief Peter Maivia, Umaga, Yokozuna, and The Rock.
