BY SACNILK
This segment dominated the initial 37 minutes of the show, laying the groundwork for what appears to be an upcoming clash between Jey Uso and Roman Reigns at SummerSlam. The creative team allotted an impressive 40 minutes to this segment, underscoring the tremendous drawing power of the Bloodline storyline. The Usos emerged as the opening act, acknowledging the widespread belief that Reigns was unbeatable, only to have their claims challenged by recent events at Money in the Bank. ##
Paul Heyman intervened with Solo Sikoa by his side, assuming the role of Reigns' legal representative. Despite attempts by The Usos to interrupt Heyman, he swiftly silenced them, making it clear that only one individual possessed the authority to order him to stop speaking. In a bold move, Sikoa snatched Heyman's microphone and discarded it on the floor. ##
At that moment, Reigns' entrance music reverberated throughout the arena, prolonging his arrival and prompting a commercial break. It became evident that the trial of Roman Reigns was about to commence.##
Responding to the fans' chants reminding him of his recent pinfall defeat, Reigns admitted to the setback but remained resolute in his claim as the tribal chief. He expressed bewilderment over the purpose of his presence that night, emphasizing that neither Uso possessed the authority to subject him to trial. Reigns questioned who had such authority.##
Disregarding Reigns' statements, The Usos presented their first exhibit: a compilation of clips depicting Reigns belittling, manipulating, humiliating, and assaulting both The Usos and Heyman. Despite the damning footage, Reigns refuted the notion that it reflected his true self, asserting that his actions were compelled by circumstances. He emphatically stated that he had never desired to engage in such behavior and had only done so for the sake of The Usos and Heyman. Highlighting the impact on his family, Reigns revealed that his daughters backstage were struggling to recognize the person he had become.##
Reigns, acknowledging his responsibilities as a father of five, questioned the necessity of further inflicting pain on others. He declared his disinterest in the trappings of fame, fortune, and power. Displaying a moment of vulnerability, Reigns removed his lei and placed it on Jey, followed by relinquishing the WWE Universal Championship, then bowing down before his cousin, tears streaming down his face.##
Attempting to console Reigns, Jey approached, but the tribal chief abruptly unleashed a low blow on him. Jimmy sought retribution, but Solo swiftly intervened, halting his attack. Gazing at the discarded lei on the ground, Solo exhibited internal conflict. Jimmy charged at Reigns, but Solo incapacitated him with a devastating strike. Seizing the lei, Solo left an air of uncertainty as to where his loyalties truly lay. As Jey recovered and launched himself at Reigns, Solo intercepted him with another attack. Reigns regained control, subjecting Jimmy to a relentless assault while forcing Jey to bear witness. Bludgeoning Jimmy with a series of chair shots, Reigns left no doubt as to his dominance. Solo bound Jey to the ropes as Reigns admonished him, asserting that he could never ascend to the tribal chief's position. Subsequently, Reigns battered Jimmy with the WWE title, delivering a brutal onslaught, as Jey managed to break free and launch an attack on Reigns. However, Solo halted Jey's uprising with a decisive blow. Reigns proceeded to bury Jey beneath a mountain of chairs, while Solo incapacitated Jimmy with a devastating splash onto the announcer's table. The segment culminated with Reigns triumphantly posing alongside the championship belt. ##
👀#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/MGqFYp2P1d— WWE (@WWE) July 8, 2023 ##
#TribalCourt is adjourned.#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/ywZRCbotI2— WWE (@WWE) July 8, 2023 ##
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