Jey Uso will challenge Damian Priest for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship next weekend at WWE Backlash: France.
Jey recently appeared on the “Gorilla Position” podcast to discuss what’s next for The Bloodline following Roman Reigns losing the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40 (Night Two).
At WrestleMania 40 (Night One), Jey defeated his brother Jimmy in a singles match.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Roman Reigns remaining his Tribal Chief: “For me, Roman Reigns will always be my Tribal Chief. I learned from him. He’s the one who brought us to the promised land. Now the snakes want to step up. Solo Sikoa is a big hitter. I’m glad I’m not on Fridays no more. I do my thing on Monday, I’m going to let that family drama down over there, as long as they keep it on SmackDown, I’ll be alright.”
On if he ever envisioned becoming a singles star: “No, I literally thought we were going to be a tag team forever. [I thought] We were going to be the best tag team in WWE. I would have been happy [being in a tag team] but just seeing how it’s in my vision now, it’s down the road, I can be a singles star. [I thought] ‘Oh, they’re with me.’ Yeet, the music, the colors, it’s all working. Now I’m able to be a World Heavyweight Champion against Damian Priest.”
Jey Uso to Challenge Damian Priest for WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Backlash: France
In an exciting turn of events, Jey Uso is set to challenge Damian Priest for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship next weekend at WWE Backlash: France. This news comes after Jey’s recent appearance on the “Gorilla Position” podcast, where he discussed the future of The Bloodline following Roman Reigns’ loss of the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40 (Night Two).
At WrestleMania 40 (Night One), Jey Uso emerged victorious in a singles match against his brother Jimmy. This win has undoubtedly boosted Jey’s confidence and solidified his position as a formidable competitor in the WWE.
During the podcast interview, Jey expressed his unwavering loyalty to Roman Reigns, referring to him as his Tribal Chief. He acknowledged the influence and guidance he has received from Reigns, crediting him for leading The Bloodline to success. However, Jey also mentioned the challenges that lie ahead, as other wrestlers are now vying for the top spot. He specifically mentioned Solo Sikoa as a formidable opponent and expressed relief that he is no longer on the same show as him. Jey emphasized that as long as the family drama remains on SmackDown, he will focus on his own path on Monday nights.
Interestingly, Jey admitted that he never envisioned himself becoming a singles star. He believed that he and his brother would continue to dominate as a tag team, aiming to become the best in WWE. However, Jey’s perspective has shifted, and he now sees the potential for a successful singles career. He expressed excitement about his current trajectory, mentioning how everything from the music to the colors aligns with his vision. Jey is determined to prove himself and has set his sights on becoming the World Heavyweight Champion by defeating Damian Priest.
Fans can catch highlights from Jey Uso’s interview on the “Gorilla Position” podcast, where he delves deeper into his thoughts on his match with Jimmy at WrestleMania and how the absence of live crowds has affected his performance.
As anticipation builds for WWE Backlash: France, Jey Uso’s upcoming match against Damian Priest promises to be a thrilling encounter. Will Jey be able to overcome the challenge and claim the WWE World Heavyweight Championship? Wrestling enthusiasts will have to tune in to find out.