A tense backstage interaction between Karrion Kross and Sami Zayn on the June 2, 2025, episode of WWE RAW significantly amplified discussions about a potential character shift for Zayn. Following a chaotic tag team match that involved Zayn and World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso, Kross approached Zayn, who was tending to his shoulder.
Kross escalated his ongoing psychological campaign when Zayn directly questioned Kross’s issue with him. Kross stated, “I think you’re a liar, that’s my problem with you. I think you lied to them [the fans]. I think you lie to the people at home. Worst of all, I think you’re lying to yourself.” He further asserted that Zayn was capable of “very terrible things” and was inherently a “bad guy.” Kross accused Zayn of self-sabotage, suggesting, “You could’ve been a world champion ten times over if you did what you know you really had to do.”
THIS MAN KROSS TRYING TO TURN SAMI ZAYN HEEL 😭#WWERAW pic.twitter.com/yNoOtrVqu6
— FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) June 3, 2025
Visibly affected but resistant, Zayn denied Kross’s claims. Kross concluded the exchange with a provocative, “I might be wrong… but I might be right, too.” This segment followed earlier, more subtle indications of Zayn’s internal conflict, including a noted moment behind Jey Uso during his WrestleMania championship celebration.
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The direct confrontation with Kross has now intensified speculation that Zayn might be heading towards a heel turn, possibly leading to significant clashes at upcoming major events such as SummerSlam or even WrestleMania 42, potentially involving Jey Uso.
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