10 Fascinating Backstage Facts About The New Bloodline

10. Solo Sikoa's Middle Name Is Yokozuna

Solo Sikoa, whose real name is Joseph Fatu, carries a significant middle name that pays tribute to his family's wrestling legacy.

Named after the legendary WWE Hall of Famer Yokozuna, Solo Sikoa's middle name is an homage to his uncle.

Yokozuna, whose real name was Rodney Anoa'i, was a two-time WWE Champion and a prominent figure in the wrestling world during the 1990s. Solo Sikoa's father, Rikishi, who is also Yokozuna's cousin, chose the name when Sikoa was born in March 1993, just weeks before Yoko became WWE Champion for the very first time at WrestleMania IX. The name "Yokozuna" means "grand champion" in Japanese, a fitting gimmick for a man who'd win the big one twice within 12 months of debuting.

Solo Sikoa has expressed pride in carrying his uncle's name, viewing it as a symbol of the greatness and responsibility that comes with being part of the Anoa'i dynasty. This connection to Yokozuna underscores the deep familial ties and the rich heritage that Solo Sikoa brings to the Bloodline.