Love Island recoupling episode sparks drama as host Maya Jama steps in

The 13th series of ITV's Love Island aired a turbulent recoupling after the Casa Amor twist on 1 July 2026. Host Maya Jama returned to the villa, entering the fire‑pit in a black dress and intervening when tensions rose, telling a frustrated Jasmine to “let them speak.”

During the reveal, several couples reunited while new pairings were formed: Lola and Sean stayed together, Priya chose Jordon, Aidan returned with Martha, Mica remained with Samraj, Yasmin paired with Tommy, Lorenzo linked up with Julia, and Angelista kept Simba, who arrived with bombshell Mara. Jasmine was left single after Kavan arrived with Irish influencer Charleen. Ellie and Finley, as well as other couples, also confirmed their decisions.

Viewers reacted strongly on social media, praising Maya Jama’s appearance and commenting on her dress and “insane” waist, while also debating the outcomes of the recouplings. The episode was described as the series' most explosive recoupling to date, with uncertainty left over whether islanders who end up single will face elimination.