ROMAN REIGNS RETURNS WITH ZILLA FATU AS NEW SHIELD AT WWE SUMMERSLAM 2025!
In a jaw-dropping moment that shook the WWE Universe to its core, Roman Reigns made his epic return at SummerSlam 2025, and he wasn’t alone. To the shock of fans worldwide, the Tribal Chief was accompanied by none other than Zilla Fatu, son of the late Umaga, and together they debuted as the New Shield — a powerful rebirth of one of the most dominant factions in WWE history!
The main event of SummerSlam was chaos from the start. Seth Rollins was battling Solo Sikoa in a brutal contest for the Undisputed WWE Championship when the lights dimmed and a familiar sound echoed through the arena — the unmistakable intro of Roman Reigns’ theme music. The crowd erupted as the Tribal Chief slowly walked out onto the stage, cloaked in a new black tactical vest, mirroring his Shield days, but with a more menacing edge.
Behind him stood Zilla Fatu, looking intense and battle-ready, also dressed in tactical gear, signaling a rebirth of the faction that once ruled WWE. The arena reached a fever pitch as both men stormed the ring. Rollins and Solo paused in disbelief, and in a shocking twist, Roman speared Solo Sikoa out of nowhere, while Zilla hit a thunderous Samoan Spike to Seth Rollins.
Standing tall over the chaos, Roman Reigns grabbed a mic and simply said:
“We run this now. Believe that.”
The WWE Universe watched in awe as Roman officially declared the formation of the New Shield with Zilla Fatu as his right hand. This move marks the beginning of a new chapter — a faction that combines the ruthless aggression of the old Shield with the rich legacy of the Anoa’i bloodline.
This isn’t just about dominance — it’s about reclaiming power. Roman’s betrayal of Solo and his renewed warpath sends a clear message: The Tribal Chief is back, and he’s rewriting the rules.
With Roman and Zilla leading the charge, the New Shield could soon be the most feared force in WWE. One thing is certain — SummerSlam 2025 will be remembered as the night everything changed.
