The split lands after recent friction within the faction. On June 19, Tama and Talla Tonga pursued tag titles while Sikoa focused on Roman Reigns and Bloodline matters. Later that same night, Sikoa interfered in their match against Damian Priest and R-Truth, and the interference coincided with a roll-up loss for the Tongas.
What was taped in London
Reports from the London taping describe the MFTs facing internal splits as Tama and Talla Tonga tell Sikoa they are departing. Social posts from the tapings circulated the development ahead of the episode airing Friday as part of WWE's European tour.
Tama and Talla Tonga tell Solo Sikoa they are leaving the MFTs.
The taped SmackDown episode featuring the London segments is scheduled to air Friday on the European tour broadcast window. The Tongas' exit from Sikoa's MFTs follows the June 19 tag title chase, Sikoa's Bloodline focus, and the Priest and R-Truth match ending in a roll-up defeat after his interference.
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