Sami Zayn's short WWE title reign ends as CM Punk captures championship
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:43 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Sami Zayn's tenure as WWE Champion concluded after just nine days when he lost to CM Punk on "Raw". This week saw two world title changes on television, with Punk becoming the new Undisputed WWE Champion, defeating Zayn after he had taken a brief hiatus. Additionally, Baron Corbin and Adam Page made notable returns, adding intrigue to upcoming events. As the WWE SummerSlam approaches, Punk is set to defend his title against Cody Rhodes in a two-night event in Minneapolis.
- •Sami Zayn lost the WWE Championship to CM Punk on 'Raw'.
- •Punk's victory adds to the ongoing rivalry involving Cody Rhodes.
- •Both Baron Corbin and Adam Page returned to WWE this week.
- •Punk and Rhodes will face Zayn and GUNTHER at Saturday Night's Main Event.
- •The Bloodline storyline received new developments with Royce Keys' involvement.
- 10:43 PMWrestling Inc — Biggest Winners And Losers Of The Week — 7/13/2026
"After a week that saw two world title changes on free TV, from Kenny Omega to Sami Zayn, here are your WINC winners and losers for the week of 7/13/2026!
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