At a recent WWE Backlash event held in Lyon, France, Jey Uso took a moment to honor the memory of the late Bray Wyatt. Following his match, Jey expressed his tribute through a heartfelt post on Instagram, dedicating his Backlash entrance to the former Universal Champion. His post read, “The Fireflies came back… … He’s here. #wwebacklash #YEET #RIP2MyMfnDawgBrayWyatt,” capturing the sentiment of many fans who fondly remember Wyatt.
Bray Wyatt’s untimely passing in 2023 at the age of 36 left a void in the wrestling community. During his career, Wyatt had shared the ring with numerous wrestlers, including The Usos, leaving behind a legacy of memorable matches and moments. Jey Uso’s tribute at WWE Backlash: France was a poignant reminder of Wyatt’s impact on the industry and the fans.
Despite the emotional tribute, Jey Uso faced a challenging night in the ring. He competed against Damian Priest for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship but was unable to secure the title. Jey put up a strong fight, but Priest’s stablemates from Judgment Day, JD McDonagh and Finn Balor, interfered in the match. The interference led to tension within Judgment Day, as Priest had previously instructed his allies not to get involved.
Jey Uso’s journey to the world title match was marked by significant victories, including a win over his brother Jimmy Uso at WrestleMania XL. This win propelled him to a Fatal Four-Way Match on WWE RAW, where he emerged victorious against Drew McIntyre to become the number one contender. However, after his loss to Priest, the future direction for Jey remains uncertain. Adding intrigue to his story, Jey had a brief encounter with the new Bloodline faction backstage at Backlash, now led by Solo Sikoa and featuring Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa as the primary tag team.
The wrestling world continues to evolve with new alliances forming and old ones dissolving. As superstars like Jey Uso navigate their careers, they carry with them the memories of those who have left an indelible mark on the sport, like Bray Wyatt. Fans eagerly anticipate the next steps for their favorite wrestlers, as the saga of the WWE unfolds with each match and each event.
