4 Potential Finishes for Sami Zayn vs. Cody Rhodes Undisputed WWE Championship Match on RAW

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He entered the ring to congratulate him, shook his hand, and was about to leave before Zayn stopped him and asked him to drop the act for a while and talk to him honestly about what actually brought him there: his rematch.

Before the American Nightmare could say anything, Jey Uso’s music hit. He came down the ring, congratulated Sami Zayn on winning the Undisputed WWE Championship, and quickly turned the conversation towards the title picture.

As the three argued over the title picture, Raw General Manager Adam Pearce came up with a solution. He booked a No. 1 contender’s match between Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso in the main event, and the winner set to challenge Sami Zayn for the Undisputed WWE Championship on the July 6 edition of Monday Night RAW at Allstate Arena in Chicago.

The Prodigal Son won the No. 1 contender’s match, and now he is set to challenge Sami Zayn in a title rematch on the upcoming edition of the flagship show.

In this article, we take a look at four potential finishes for the Sami Zayn vs. Cody Rhodes Undisputed WWE Championship Match on the red brand:

#4 The American Nightmare gets the clear win

Cody Rhodes is undoubtedly one of WWE’s biggest stars and remains one of the company’s top names.

Moreover, Zayn won the title at Night of Champions 2026 in a Triple Threat Match against Cody Rhodes and Gunther, rolling up Rhodes for the winning fall. In the rematch, the American Nightmare could be better prepared.

As a result, he could end Sami’s reign on Monday Night RAW, regain the Undisputed WWE Championship, and head toward SummerSlam 2026 as champion.

#3 CM Punk confronts the winner

Cody Rhodes appears positioned as a strong candidate to win the Undisputed WWE Championship rematch against Sami Zayn on the July 6 edition of RAW.

Reports have linked Cody Rhodes vs. CM Punk to WWE’s SummerSlam 2026 plans, although it is yet to be confirmed.

One possible finish could see Rhodes win back the Undisputed WWE Championship before CM Punk returns and makes it clear that he wants the gold at SummerSlam 2026.

#2 The Bloodline helps Sami Zayn win

One small but interesting detail from Sami’s confrontation with Jey Uso was the reference to bring back the title to the family. Zayn’s response could be read as a hint that WWE may revisit his complicated history with The Bloodline.

Keeping that in mind, to increase the muscle in the group, Roman could order Jacob Fatu to make sure Sami walks out as still the champion. The Bloodline helping Sami take a win over Rhodes would be a peak ending for RAW.

#1 WWE legend returns

Randy Orton has been away from the Undisputed WWE Championship picture since losing to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 42 and attacking The American Nightmare after the match.

Fans are still waiting to see when Orton will return and continue his unfinished saga with The American Nightmare. In a shocking turn of events, Orton could show up during Rhodes vs. Zayn and cost Sami the title, helping Rhodes regain the championship.

If the interpretation is accurate, The Viper could reveal that he wants to dethrone Cody Rhodes and take revenge for the humiliation he was handed at WrestleMania 42 at the hands of his protege earlier this year. That could set up another major title match for SummerSlam.

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