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Kevin Owens returns to become No. 1 contender at SummerSlam Night 2

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Kevin Owens returns to become No. 1 contender at SummerSlam Night 2
Summary

Kevin Owens made a surprise return at WWE SummerSlam Night 2, winning a Fatal 4-Way match to become the No. 1 Contender for the WWE Undisputed Championship. The match featured Sami Zayn, Gunther, and Finn Balor, with Owens putting on a strong performance in his first match in 17 months after recuperating from a neck injury. The contest was elevated by Zayn's ongoing feud with CM Punk, who had recently dethroned him as champion. Zayn expressed dissatisfaction with his brief championship reign, setting the stage for potential conflicts with both Owens and Punk following this event.

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  • •Owens returned from injury to compete at SummerSlam Night 2.
  • •He won the Fatal 4-Way match, becoming No. 1 Contender.
  • •Sami Zayn expressed frustration over his brief championship reign.
  • •Gunther also participated, having been added by SmackDown GM Nick Aldis.
  • •Owens received a significant reaction from the audience during his return.
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  • 10:23 PMYahoo Sports — WWE SummerSlam 2026 Night 2 Results As Kevin Owens Returns To Win Surprise Fatal 4-Way
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Kevin Owens returned at WWE SummerSlam Night 2, defeating Sami Zayn in a surprise Fatal 4-Way that also featured Gunther.

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