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Sami Zayn defends WWE title against Cody Rhodes on Raw in Chicago

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Sami Zayn defends WWE title against Cody Rhodes on Raw in Chicago
Summary

Sami Zayn will defend his WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes on Monday during "WWE Raw" in Chicago. Zayn, who recently won the title after pinning Rhodes at Night of Champions, opened "WWE SmackDown" by asserting his championship status. Rhodes interrupted him, leading to a confrontation that included Jey Uso. Following their exchange, Acting General Manager Adam Pearce announced a Number One Contendership match between Rhodes and Uso. Rhodes won the contest and secured his rematch for the title, setting the stage for a potential championship win shortly after Zayn's victory.

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Key Details
  • •Sami Zayn defends WWE Championship on July 6 in Chicago.
  • •Zayn won title from Cody Rhodes at Night of Champions.
  • •Cody Rhodes defeated Jey Uso to earn the rematch.
  • •Acting General Manager Adam Pearce set the Number One Contendership match.
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  • 2:02 AMWrestling Inc — Sami Zayn Set To Defend WWE Title On Raw In Chicago
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Sami Zayn will defend his WWE Championship on Monday's "WWE Raw" after a Number One Contendership match on "WWE SmackDown."

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