3 Potential Endings to Sami Zayn’s Undisputed WWE Title Reign

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Rumors suggest that Sami Zayn is a transitional champion. He is not expected to walk into SummerSlam 2026 as the Undisputed WWE Champion. A recent report also suggested that CM Punk is expected to enter the world title picture upon his comeback. The company is seemingly planning to pit Rhodes against Punk in Minneapolis. Hence, Zayn’s future as champion could be in jeopardy.

Spoiler alert: WWE pre-taped the upcoming edition of SmackDown after RAW this past Monday in Atlantic City. Cody Rhodes battled Jey Uso in a number-one contender’s match to determine Sami Zayn’s first challenger for the world title. The American Nightmare won the bout and will now challenge The Master Strategist for the gold on RAW in Chicago.

Given the abovementioned development, the possibilities regarding the Undisputed WWE Championship. Many top names are gunning for the title. Punk is also rumored to return on the upcoming episode of RAW. Hence, The Master Strategist has a massive target on his back.

With Saturday Night’s Main Event and SummerSlam inching closer, the Undisputed WWE Championship picture is expected to be chaotic in the coming weeks. That said, in this listicle, we will discuss three potential endings to Sami Zayn’s Undisputed WWE Championship picture.

#3. Cody Rhodes Could Defeat Sami Zayn for the Undisputed WWE Championship on RAW

WWE has booked the Undisputed WWE Championship match on RAW for a reason. Many fans were surprised when they found that Zayn would defend his title against Rhodes as early as this week’s RAW. The creative team is seemingly looking to deliver a major surprise with the upcoming title contest.

Given the rumors and reports, Rhodes is a massive favorite to win the upcoming match and dethrone Sami Zayn as the Undisputed WWE Champion. The Master Strategist’s win came out of nowhere, and it’s unclear what the future holds for him as SmackDown’s top champion.

As mentioned earlier, Cody Rhodes is rumored to feud with CM Punk heading into SummerSlam 2026. WWE is unlikely to book the potential match between the company’s top babyfaces without a solid storyline. As of now, the world title seems to be the only legitimate reason for a rivalry between The American Nightmare and The Best in the World.

WWE is pulling out all the stops to make SummerSlam a memorable affair. A match between Punk and Rhodes has the potential to blow the roof off the arena in Minneapolis. However, for that to happen, the Undisputed WWE Championship needs to change hands.

Cody Rhodes could defeat Sami Zayn clean on the upcoming episode of RAW to end The Master Strategist’s championship run.

#2. CM Punk Could Inadvertently Cost Sami Zayn the Undisputed WWE Championship on RAW

Sami Zayn has been teasing a heel turn for weeks. However, he has yet to fully embrace his dark side. Zayn’s Last Real Good Guy character is insanely over with the crowd. It will likely lead to his explosive heel turn sooner rather than later.

Zayn is delighted after winning the Undisputed WWE Championship for the first time in his career. He has been carrying the title almost everywhere. However, a potential loss on the upcoming episode of RAW could break his heart and push him over the edge.

Punk could play a role in the upcoming Undisputed WWE Championship match. The Best in the World could be at ringside and could inadvertently cost The Master Strategist his title. Losing the title back to Rhodes could infuriate Zayn. He could end up brutally assaulting Punk and The American Nightmare on the red show.

A heel Zayn could then begin his Undisputed WWE Championship pursuit without being held back by ethics and honor.

#1. Sami Zayn Could Lose the Title to CM Punk at Saturday Night’s Main Event XLV

WWE is set to host Saturday Night’s Main Event on July 18 at Madison Square Garden. It will mark the final major pitstop on the road to SummerSlam. SNME will likely influence the match card for The Biggest Party of the Summer.

The Undisputed WWE Championship match on RAW might not have a decisive winner. Otherwise, Rhodes could lose to Zayn because of Punk’s potential interference. This angle could set up a title match for SNME.

Punk and Zayn could square off for the Undisputed WWE Championship in the main event of the MSG show. At SNME, The Best in the World could defeat The Master Strategist for the gold. This potential angle could lay the foundation for Punk vs. Rhodes at SummerSlam.

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