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, performing on the SmackDown brand. As a member of the renowned Anoaʻi wrestling family, Fatu brings a legacy and physical presence to the ring. Details about his specific wrestling style, signature moves, and championship history are not provided, but his affiliation with WWE's SmackDown underscores his prominence in the professional wrestling world.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 22, 2012: In-Ring Debut at KnokX Pro Academy

On September 22, 2012, Jacob Fatu made his in-ring debut at the KnokX Pro Academy, teaming with Black Pearl to defeat The Profilers.

2012: Professional Wrestling Debut

In 2012, Jacob Fatu made his professional wrestling debut, performing in various independent promotions.

2013: Teaming with The Hillbilly Hero

In early 2013, Jacob Fatu began teaming with The Hillbilly Hero.

December 12, 2015: Leaves KnokX Pro Academy

On December 12, 2015, Jacob Fatu left KnokX Pro Academy to compete on the independent circuit.

July 9, 2016: APW Debut

On July 9, 2016, Jacob Fatu debuted for All Pro Wrestling (APW), defeating Will Hobbs.

January 20, 2017: PCW Ultra Tag Team Championship Win

On January 20, 2017, Jacob Fatu and The Almighty Sheik defeated Dom Vitalli and MVP to win the PCW Ultra Tag Team Championship.

2018: Appearances for The Crash in Mexico

In 2018, Jacob Fatu made three appearances for The Crash in Mexico, teaming with La Rebelión Amarilla in trios matches.

January 17, 2019: Signed with MLW

On January 17, 2019, Jacob Fatu signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW).

April 6, 2019: Wins Six-Pack Challenge

On April 6, 2019, Jacob Fatu won a six-pack challenge at The Wrestling Revolver's Pancakes & Piledrivers 3 event.

2019: Signed with MLW

In 2019, Jacob Fatu signed with Major League Wrestling (MLW).

September 2021: Challenged for the Title

In September 2021, Jacob Fatu was challenged for the MLW World Heavyweight Title by Alexander Hammerstone.

July 31, 2022: Challenges for Impact World Championship

On July 31, 2022, at Ric Flair's Last Match, Jacob Fatu challenged Josh Alexander for the Impact World Championship, but the match ended in a no contest.

2022: Won Battle Riot

In 2022, Jacob Fatu won the fourth Battle Riot in MLW.

2022: Feud with Contra Unit Members

Throughout early 2022, Jacob Fatu feuded with fellow Contra Unit members Mads Krule Krügger and Ikuro Kwon in MLW and repackaged himself, turning face.

March 21, 2023: Title Match against Hammerstone

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

May 19, 2023: Lost PCW Ultra Heavyweight Title

On May 19, 2023, Jacob Fatu lost the PCW Ultra Heavyweight Championship to Matt Cardona at Beware The Fury.

January 13, 2024: NJPW Debut

On January 13, 2024, Jacob Fatu made his debut for New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) at Battle in the Valley.

February 1, 2024: Declared Free Agent

On February 1, 2024, Rikishi announced that Jacob Fatu was now a free agent, ending his five-year tenure with MLW.

March 24, 2024: Final Independent Circuit Match

On March 24, 2024, Jacob Fatu wrestled his final match on the independent circuit for GCW, teaming with Zilla Fatu.

April 7, 2024: Signed with WWE

On April 7, 2024, it was reported that Jacob Fatu had signed with WWE.

2024: Signed with WWE

In 2024, Jacob Fatu signed with WWE and debuted as part of The Bloodline stable.

January 2025: Feud with Braun Strowman Begins

In January 2025, after Solo Sikoa lost the Ula Fala and Tribal Chief title to Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu began a feud with Braun Strowman in WWE.

January 9, 2026: SmackDown Return and Championship Interference

On January 9, 2026, Jacob Fatu returned on SmackDown, attacking Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes during the Undisputed WWE Championship match, helping McIntyre win the title.