Cody Rhodes to defend WWE title in triple threat at Night of Champions
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Cody Rhodes is set to defend the Undisputed WWE Championship in a triple threat match against Sami Zayn and GUNTHER at Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, next Saturday. The matchup follows a series of conflicts during WWE SmackDown, where Zayn was involved in controversial officiating that impacted GUNTHER's shot at the title. Tensions escalated backstage, culminating in the announcement of the triple threat format to resolve the ongoing issues. The event takes place on June 27, 2026.
- •Cody Rhodes defends against Sami Zayn and GUNTHER on June 27.
- •Zayn's officiating controversy led to the triple threat match announcement.
- •Tensions between the wrestlers intensified on WWE SmackDown.
- 2:03 AMWrestling Inc — Cody Rhodes To Defend WWE Title In Triple Threat At Night Of Champions
"Cody Rhodes will defend his Undisputed WWE Championship in a triple threat at Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia next weekend.
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