Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jacob Fatu

Discover the career path of Jacob Fatu, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jacob Fatu is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE's SmackDown brand. He holds the WWE United States Championship. Before joining WWE, he gained prominence in Major League Wrestling (MLW), where he was a one-time MLW National Openweight Champion and notably held the MLW World Heavyweight Championship for a record-breaking 819 days. Fatu is part of the Anoa'i wrestling family.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2012: Professional Wrestling Debut

In 2012, Jacob Fatu debuted in professional wrestling, teaming with Black Pearl in a winning effort.

2013: Competed in California

From 2013 through 2015, Jacob Fatu competed in California for various independent promotions, often teaming with Anoaʻi family members.

2015: Competed in California

From 2013 through 2015, Jacob Fatu competed in California for various independent promotions, often teaming with Anoaʻi family members.

2018: Debut in Mexico

In 2018, Jacob Fatu debuted in Mexico for The Crash in a trios match, losing to Octagón and Blue Demon Jr.

January 17, 2019: Signed with MLW

On January 17, 2019, Jacob Fatu signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW), joining Samu and Lance Anoaʻi in the company.

2019: Signed with MLW

In 2019, Jacob Fatu signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW), where he competed for five years and won the World and National titles.

October 7, 2021: Lost the MLW World Heavyweight Championship

On October 7, 2021, at Fightland, Jacob Fatu lost the MLW World Heavyweight Championship to Alex Hammerstone, ending his reign at 819 days.

2022: Feud with Contra Unit members and repackaging

Throughout early 2022, Jacob Fatu feuded with fellow Contra Unit members Mads Krule Krügger and Ikuro Kwon and repackaged himself through a series of vignettes on Fusion. Fatu and Krügger traded victories against each other.

March 21, 2023: Lost Title Match against Hammerstone

On March 21, 2023 Jacob Fatu received his title match against Hammerstone on Fusion, but lost.

January 13, 2024: NJPW Debut

On January 13, 2024, Jacob Fatu debuted for New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) at Battle in the Valley, teaming with Shota Umino and Fred Rosser to defeat Team Filthy.