Jacob Fatu’s Absence from SmackDown Sparks Internal Injury Concerns

Former MLW Heavyweight Champion Jacob Fatu has quickly made his presence felt in WWE, becoming a formidable force since signing with the company. However, his absence from this week’s episode of SmackDown has raised concerns about a potential injury, particularly after his impactful appearance at SummerSlam.

In the lead-up to SummerSlam, Fatu achieved a major milestone by capturing the WWE World Tag Team Championships alongside Tama Tonga, defeating #DIY on the SmackDown episode just before the big event. This victory marked Fatu’s title win in only his third match with WWE, solidifying his status as a rising star in the company.

At SummerSlam, Fatu played a crucial role in the Undisputed WWE Championship Bloodline Rules Match between Solo Sikoa and Cody Rhodes. His interference was highlighted by a devastating splash that sent Rhodes crashing through the announce table. However, after the match, Fatu was seen wearing walking boot, sparking speculation that he might have sustained an injury during the event.

According to a report by PWInsider, Fatu was not present backstage at the August 9th episode of Friday Night SmackDown. This absence, combined with the sight of him in a walking boot, has led to growing concerns among WWE talent that Fatu may be dealing with a legitimate injury.

With Roman Reigns decimating The Bloodline on this week’s SmackDown, fans are left wondering when Jacob Fatu will return to WWE television. A potential face-to-face encounter between Fatu and The Tribal Chief is highly anticipated, but it may be some time before we see that showdown if Fatu’s injury is serious.

What do you think about Jacob Fatu’s absence from SmackDown this week? Do you believe he’s injured? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!