Derek Holloway on May 5, 2026
Jacob Fatu isn’t trash talking — he’s showing respect ahead of his biggest match.
Fatu is set to challenge Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Backlash on May 9, and instead of going after Reigns, he made it clear exactly how he views him.
Appearing on ESPN’s Get Up, Fatu didn’t hold back when talking about what this match means to him. He framed the moment as a career milestone, going face-to-face with someone he considers the very best.
“Man, man, man, this more than anything. I prayed, and I cried for days like this.”
“I’m not only at Backlash, fresh out of WrestleMania, I’m going toe-to-toe, head-to-head, bangin’ with the best.”
Then he took it even further — calling Reigns the greatest in the business. And for Fatu, there’s no other way he wanted this moment to happen.
“We’re not just talking about professional wrestling, we’re talking about the greatest of all time in sports entertainment, and it’s Roman Reigns.”
“I wouldn’t have it no other way besides this Saturday at Backlash.”
That’s the tone heading into the match. Fatu isn’t downplaying the challenge — he’s embracing it, knowing exactly who he’s stepping in the ring with and what it represents.
With Reigns looking for payback after being attacked on RAW and Fatu coming in with full confidence and respect, this one isn’t just about the title — it’s about proving something at the highest level.
Do you think Jacob Fatu can take down Roman Reigns at Backlash, or is this still Reigns’ moment to dominate? Let us know your thoughts.
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