The Bloodline vs. Randy Orton & Kevin Owens: A Street Fight Spectacle at WWE Backlash France

 On May 4, 2024, the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, erupted as WWE Backlash France kicked off with an electrifying Street Fight pitting The Bloodline’s Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga, accompanied by Paul Heyman, against the dynamic duo of Randy Orton and Kevin Owens. This match, a chaotic brawl from the outset, set the tone for a night that would etch itself into WWE history with its raw intensity and a shocking debut that left fans buzzing.

The Bloodline vs. Randy Orton & Kevin Owens: A Street Fight Spectacle at WWE Backlash France

The match began before the bell, as tensions boiled over with all four competitors clashing in a frenzy. Kevin Owens, fueled by weeks of animosity following The Bloodline’s brutal assaults, shoved Tama Tonga, sparking an all-out melee. Orton and Sikoa spilled to the ringside area, trading blows near the commentary desk, while Owens and Tonga brawled into the crowd. Security’s attempts to intervene were futile—Owens even dropped guards with Stunners—prompting SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis to declare the bout a Street Fight, unleashing the competitors to “do what you want.” The Lyon crowd roared, amplifying the chaos.

The action was relentless. Owens unleashed a Frog Splash off the barricade onto Sikoa, while Orton, ever the showman, teased a similar leap before opting to suplex Tonga across both commentary tables. The ring became a battleground of weapons: kendo sticks cracked across spines, trash cans battered bodies, and tables splintered under devastating moves. Orton’s precision shone with a draping DDT and an RKO on Tonga, but Sikoa’s timely interference kept The Bloodline alive. Owens, unrelenting, drove Tonga through a stack of chairs with a fisherman buster, only for a surprise twist to shift the momentum.

The Bloodline vs. Randy Orton & Kevin Owens: A Street Fight Spectacle at WWE Backlash France

Enter Tonga Loa, Tama Tonga’s brother and a former WWE star known as Camacho, making his dramatic return after a decade. As Owens neared victory, Loa yanked the referee from the ring, halting the count. He then obliterated Orton and Owens with steel steps, setting the stage for Sikoa to deliver a Spinning Solo onto a chair and a decisive Samoan Spike to Owens, securing the pinfall victory for The Bloodline. The debut of Loa, aligning with Sikoa’s revamped faction, marked a pivotal expansion of The Bloodline, signaling a dangerous new era under Sikoa’s leadership in Roman Reigns’ absence.

The Bloodline vs. Randy Orton & Kevin Owens: A Street Fight Spectacle at WWE Backlash France

The Lyon crowd, one of the most passionate in WWE history, elevated the match’s atmosphere, serenading Orton with his “Voices” theme and chanting “We want Roman” as The Bloodline drew heavy boos. Their energy, coupled with the match’s non-stop carnage, earned it a near-five-star rating from critics, with Dave Meltzer praising its narrative fidelity and intensity. The bout not only delivered on physicality but also advanced The Bloodline’s storyline, hinting at a potential clash between Sikoa’s new crew and Reigns’ original faction.

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For Orton and Owens, the loss was a setback, but their resilience against overwhelming odds cemented their status as fan favorites. The match’s legacy lies in its blend of classic tag-team warfare, modern storytelling, and a game-changing debut, making it a must-watch highlight of WWE Backlash France. As The Bloodline grows stronger, the WWE Universe awaits the next chapter in this gripping saga, with Orton and Owens sure to seek retribution.