Michael Cole compares Sami Zayn to Victor Wembanyama ahead of Night of Champions
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Ahead of the Night of Champions event in Riyadh on Saturday, commentator Michael Cole compared WWE wrestler Sami Zayn to NBA player Victor Wembanyama. Speaking on ESPN's "Get Up," Cole highlighted that Zayn has earned a spot in the Undisputed Championship match after his involvement as a special referee. Cole characterized Zayn's persona, likening it to being entitled and spoiled. The Undisputed Championship match features Zayn, Cody Rhodes, and GUNTHER, with the winner determined by the first pinfall or submission.
- •Night of Champions takes place in Riyadh on June 30, 2026.
- •Sami Zayn earned his title match after being a special referee.
- •The championship match includes Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER.
- •Michael Cole is a noted fan of the New York Knicks.
- •Cole described Zayn's character as entitled and spoiled.
- 10:39 PMWrestling Inc — New York Knicks Fan Michael Cole Calls Sami Zayn The Victor Wembanyama Of WWE
"Michael Cole called Sami Zayn the "Victor Wembanyama Of WWE" ahead of his triple threat match for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Night of Champions.
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