Solo Sikoa vs. Dolph Ziggler, “The Show-off” Return to WWE for The Last Time is Now Tournament, Falls to Solo Sikoa

The entire wrestling world was on its feet when Solo Sikoa’s opponent was revealed for The Last Time is Now tournament at Madison Square Garden. The tournament set to reveal John Cena’s opponent in his last match in WWE saw the return of Zack Ryder on SmackDown and Dolph Ziggler tonight. The jaw-dropping return was surprising not only for fans but also for his opponent, Solo Sikoa.

Dolph Ziggler’s entry to the arena was so electric that it could have blown the roof of Madison Square Garden. This marked his first entry into the WWE ring after two years. He is the second wrestler, after Zack Ryder, to make his return to WWE since the The Last Time is Now tournament began.

Another @TheGarden moment made.
Another show stolen. @NicTNemeth pic.twitter.com/Q8ll5AbfHG
— Triple H (@TripleH) November 18, 2025

Dolph Ziggler’s One Night Dream Ends Against Solo Sikoa

Tonight’s match was more than a singles match; it was an opportunity for Dolph Ziggler to prove against WWE’s most ruthless rising star. The clash between styles and generations began with a blistering pace as Ziggler showcased a masterpiece of speed and technical moves on Solo Sikoa. What made it extra special was the crowd cheering his every move, whether it was Spike DDT or his signature Blonde Ambition.

ZIG-ZAG!!!

How did Solo Sikoa kick out?!? pic.twitter.com/sKsJH1e8OE
— WWE (@WWE) November 18, 2025

Dolph Ziggler then put Solo Sikoa into an STF; however, the latter got hold of the bottom rope, and the Showoff had to break the hold. There was a furious exchange of finishers between the two, where Dolph Ziggler landed a picture-perfect Zig Zag, but Solo Sikoa managed to kick out before the count. Solo Sikoa landed a Samoan Spike to end the veteran’s one-night dream.

What a win!

On to the next for Solo Sikoa… 😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/kPpKIodBwj
— WWE (@WWE) November 18, 2025

Solo Sikoa advances ahead in the tournament with this victory, joining Gunther, Sheamus, Jey Uso, Rusev, and LA Knight. Dolph Ziggler’s dream of facing John Cena one last time ended with his loss. He left the ring to a standing ovation from the crowd.

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I am Ashish Negi, and I work as a WWE and NFL writer at The Playoffs. I have 5 years of experience in content writing, and I have written in different domains like Real Estate, but I found my love while writing in sports. I love watching sports and have been a fan of WWE and cricket. I got an opportunity to write full-time on WWE and NFL here, so following the footstep of my hero John Cena, I turn heel on my last company