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Sami Zayn reflects on WWE title win ahead of first title defense

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:37 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Sami Zayn reflects on WWE title win ahead of first title defense

Summary

Sami Zayn, the new Undisputed WWE Champion, expressed his joy and gratitude following his title victory at WWE Night of Champions on June 27. In an interview, Zayn described winning the championship as surreal, having once considered it a fantasy during his childhood. As he prepares for a rematch against Cody Rhodes on the July 6 edition of WWE Raw, Zayn acknowledges the pressure of defending his title but emphasizes his intention to enjoy the moment. Rhodes is a former champion and earned a chance to reclaim the title by winning a number one contender's match against Jey Uso on SmackDown.

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By the Numbers

•Sami Zayn won the Undisputed WWE Championship at WWE Night of Champions.
•Zayn defeated Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER to claim the title.
•He will defend his title against Rhodes on WWE Raw on July 6.
•Rhodes earned a rematch by defeating Jey Uso on SmackDown.
•Zayn reflects on his championship victory as a dream come true.

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Newly-crowned Undisputed WWE Champion Sami Zayn opens up about the continued sense of joy and gratitude he feels in the aftermath of his title win.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Ella Jay)

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