The September 26th episode of WWE SmackDown in Orlando, Florida featured Jacob Fatu making his surprise return to SmackDown after being absent since this past August.
BodySlam.net reported that their sources stated that Fatu is currently dealing with a non-wrestling-related injury.
No other details were given regarding the nature nor severity of the injury beyond this reportedly could possibly keep Fatu out of action “well into 2026.”
The status of Fatu’s scheduled singles match against Drew McIntyre at this Friday’s SmackDown show in San Jose, California is currently not known.

Aaron Rourke Being Pulled From 6/20 Limitless Wrestling Event Due To WWE Contractual Obligations Update – Rourke’s Removal Reportedly Not Related To Limitless’ MyAEW Partnership
WWE RAW Notes: Liv Morgan Advances in 2026 Queen of the Ring, Chad Gable Makes Appearance & Defends Lucha Libre, Next WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event Show Set for 9/6 in Atlanta, Je’Von Evans Advances in 2026 King of the Ring Tournament, 6/15 Show Card
Various: MLW Introduces New Southern Crown Championship at 6/13 MLW Fusion Show, AKIRA Opens Up About Masha Slamovich Domestic Abuse Situation, Current Card for 6/20 AAA TV Show, Indies/Misc.




