WWE SmackDown: Bloodline tensions rise as Cody Rhodes confronts Sami Zayn

On June 12, 2026, WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown was staged at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, Rhode Island. Jacob Fatu appeared backstage, claiming he was there to deliver a message from Roman Reigns to Solo Sikoa, urging him to return to the Bloodline. Sikoa rebuffed the request, declaring he would not go back.

Jey Uso received a pep talk from Cody Rhodes, who said he intended to challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship at SummerSlam. Rhodes later addressed the crowd alongside Sami Zayn, confronting Zayn and asserting his own position.

In the King of the Ring tournament, interference from Bloodline members shaped the outcome. Sikoa distracted Royce Keys, allowing Jey Uso to pin LA Knight and advance. The episode highlighted ongoing storyline friction within the Bloodline and set the stage for future championship pursuits.