WWE appears to be the next career stop for NJPW sensation Hikuleo.
According to Cassidy Haynes from Bodyslam.net, Hikuleo has concluded his commitments with NJPW, with his last engagement being the Dominion event on June 9. It’s believed within NJPW circles that he is poised to sign with WWE. Haynes points out that there is presently no confirmation on when Hikuleo will debut on WWE programming.
Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, through his Fightful Select service, echoes this by mentioning that Hikuleo is drawing interest from WWE, and those within WWE and NJPW predict his induction into the company. Sapp has not verified Hikuleo’s status concerning his tenure with NJPW, but on-screen developments, including Hikuleo and El Phantasmo dropping the tag titles at NJPW Dominion, point toward his NJPW climax.
Hikuleo had acknowledged in a former discussion that talks with WWE commenced in January 2023, but proceedings were stymied due to an unofficial hiring suspension. Subsequently, he entered into a new contract with NJPW.
In the landscape of professional wrestling, Hikuleo holds a distinguished place. He is the adopted younger brother of Tama Tonga and thus a bona fide member of The Bloodline. Haku, known too as Meng, is his adopted father. His NJPW career began in 2016, during which he garnered the IWGP and STRONG Tag Team Championships, and his reign as the STRONG Openweight Champion solidified his pedigree.
Updates regarding Hikuleo’s transition to WWE will be monitored and reported by WrestleZone.
FAQs About Hikuleo’s Move to WWE
Who is Hikuleo?
Hikuleo is a professional wrestler, part of The Bloodline as Tama Tonga’s adopted brother and son of Haku/Meng. He has been a prominent figure in NJPW since 2016.
Has Hikuleo officially signed with WWE?
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding Hikuleo signing with WWE, but reports strongly suggest that this will be his next move.
When did talks between Hikuleo and WWE begin?
Discussions between Hikuleo and WWE commenced in January 2023, but were postponed due to an unofficial hiring freeze.
What titles has Hikuleo held in his wrestling career?
Hikuleo has held the IWGP and STRONG Tag Team Titles, and he is also a former STRONG Openweight Champion.
When is Hikuleo expected to debut on WWE television?
There is no confirmed date for Hikuleo’s WWE TV debut. However, it is speculated that it will happen following his last appearance at the NJPW Dominion event.