New WWE Bloodline Family Member Makes Debut Prior To SmackDown

A new WWE Bloodline family member made their official WWE debut prior to tonight’s episode of SmackDown after a year.

Last year, Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa made their WWE debuts as members of Solo Sikoa’s new Bloodline.

Shortly after they joined the group, it was reported that their brother Hikuleo had left New Japan Pro Wrestling, with him also signing with the company.

However, we are yet to see an appearance from Hikuleo on WWE television after a year of being under contract with the company.

Yesterday, it was reported that Hikuleo was set to be backstage at tonight’s WWE SmackDown show, leading to speculation that he could make his long awaited debut for the company.

However, fans didn’t have to even wait for SmackDown to air before getting a glimpse of Hikuleo, as he has now officially competed in his WWE debut match.

Hikuleo was in action against Pretty Deadly member Kit Wilson in a match taped for Main Event prior to tonight’s SmackDown show.

Despite a trademark filing for Talla Tonga many months ago which was rumored to be his new name, Hikuleo debuted as ‘Hikuleo’ tonight.

Hikuleo made his WWE debut in a match taped for Main Event against Kit Wilson prior to SmackDown

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