Sami Zayn's Stunning Triumph: a New Era Begins in WWE
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Kevin Owens shared his heartfelt reaction to Sami Zayn winning the Undisputed WWE Championship, stating, "I’ve missed a lot of things."
Sportskeeda - Jey Uso reacted to Sami Zayn's victory with a message for his former Bloodline stablemate.
Sportskeeda - Finn Balor, a former Universal Champion, also reacted to Zayn's win.
Fox News - Gunther had a physical altercation with SmackDown GM Nick Aldis after the match.
Sportskeeda - Kevin Owens shared his heartfelt reaction to Sami Zayn winning the Undisputed WWE Championship, expressing support for his friend.
Sportskeeda - Jey Uso reacted to Sami Zayn's victory with a message for his former Bloodline stablemate.
Sportskeeda - Finn Balor, a former Universal Champion, also reacted to Zayn's win.
Fox News - Sami Zayn expressed disbelief after his victory, stating, "A lot has been said about me – some good and lately, some bad. A lot of folks said I would never win the WWE championship."
Fox News - Sami Zayn, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, WWE broadcaster Michael Cole, referee Dan Engler, Jey Uso, Triple H, Finn Balor.
WHAT:
Sportskeeda - Sami Zayn's victory at Night of Champions is described as one of the biggest surprises of the year.
Fox News - Sami Zayn expressed disbelief after his victory, stating, "A lot has been said about me – some good and lately, some bad. A lot of folks said I would never win the WWE championship."
Fox News - Zayn declared, "Twenty plus years in the game at the highest level – never got the recognition. Ten plus years chasing this championship – never got the recognition."
Sportskeeda - Sami Zayn's victory at Night of Champions is described as one of the biggest surprises of the year.
Fox News - Sami Zayn was in tears as he received the championship belt from referee Dan Engler after his victory.
Fox News - The pro wrestling community celebrated Zayn's win, referring to him as the "Last Real Good Guy" in the sport.
Sportskeeda - Sami Zayn's win at Night of Champions is described as a monumental victory, marking a significant milestone in his career.
Fox News - Zayn's victory is his first WWE world championship of any kind.
Fox News - Sami Zayn won the Undisputed WWE Championship by defeating Cody Rhodes in a triple-threat match at Night of Champions.
Fox News - Zayn's victory marked the end of Cody Rhodes' third reign as champion.
Fox News - Zayn's win is described as a "miracle" by WWE broadcaster Michael Cole.
Fox News - Zayn became a grand slam champion in WWE with this victory.
Fox News - Zayn expressed his disbelief, stating, "It is hard to believe. Oh my God. I’m not usually at a loss for words but …"
Fox News - Zayn declared, "Twenty plus years in the game at the highest level – never got the recognition. Ten plus years chasing this championship – never got the recognition."
WHERE:
Fox News - The event took place at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
WHEN:
Fox News - The Night of Champions event occurred on June 27, 2026.
WHY:
Fox News - Zayn's win was seen as a culmination of over ten years of pursuit for the WWE Championship.
HOW:
Fox News - Cody Rhodes attempted to execute a Cross Rhodes move on Zayn, which led to Zayn's roll-up pin for the win, after Rhodes had already executed the move on Gunther.
Fox News - Cody Rhodes attempted to execute a Cross Rhodes move on Zayn, which led to Zayn's roll-up pin for the win, after Rhodes had already executed the move on Gunther.
Fox News - Cody Rhodes attempted to execute a Cross Rhodes move on Zayn, which led to Zayn's roll-up pin for the win.
Fox News - Zayn won the match by rolling up Cody Rhodes after Rhodes attempted to execute a Cross Rhodes move on him.
Fox News - Zayn won the match by rolling up Cody Rhodes for a three count after Rhodes attempted to execute a Cross Rhodes move.
Sami Zayn's victory at Night of Champions has been hailed as one of the biggest surprises of the year, and he expressed his disbelief, saying, "A lot has been said about me – some good and lately, some bad." Kevin Owens shared his heartfelt reaction to Zayn's win, stating, "I’ve missed a lot of things," while Jey Uso and Finn Balor also offered their thoughts on the momentous occasion. The match saw Cody Rhodes attempt a Cross Rhodes move on Zayn, which ultimately led to Zayn's roll-up pin for the win after Rhodes had already executed the move on Gunther.