CM Punk defeats Sami Zayn for WWE Undisputed Title in Chicago
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
On July 6, 2026, CM Punk made a triumphant return to WWE Raw, defeating Sami Zayn for the Undisputed WWE Title in his hometown of Chicago. Punk stepped in for the originally scheduled Cody Rhodes after Rhodes was ruled out due to an attack by GUNTHER. Following his victory, Punk recreated a famous photo from 15 years ago, celebrating a previous championship win. With his latest title, Punk is now an eight-time world champion. He is expected to join the WWE SmackDown roster and could face Rhodes at the upcoming SummerSlam event.
- •CM Punk defeats Sami Zayn for the Undisputed WWE Title
- •Punk replaces Cody Rhodes, who was injured during the show
- •Victory is Punk's eighth world championship in WWE
- •He recreates a celebrated throwback photo after the win
- •Punk expected to join WWE SmackDown roster following the title win
- 2:10 PMWrestling Inc — CM Punk Recreates Throwback Photo Following WWE Raw World Title Win
"Following his world title victory over Sami Zayn on "WWE Raw," CM Punk recreates an iconic moment from 15 years ago.
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