On the June 9 episode of WWE RAW, Sami Zayn secured a significant victory in a Fatal 4-Way match, pinning Dominik Mysterio to defeat him, Penta, and Bron Breakker. The win advances Zayn to the semifinals of the 2025 King of the Ring tournament, placing him on a trajectory that could redefine his career at WWE SummerSlam. This year’s tournament winner is guaranteed a World Championship opportunity at the summer spectacle.
This recent success comes after Zayn recovered from a serious injury earlier in the year. A report from February 2025 detailed that an attack by Kevin Owens had resulted in Zayn suffering spinal compression and severe nerve damage, leading to an indefinite absence from the ring before his eventual return to competition.
A Two-Night Path to Dual Championships
With SummerSlam expanding to a two-night event, a unique scenario has emerged where Zayn could contend for two separate titles. The first step in this potential journey would be winning the King of the Ring tournament at Night of Champions on June 28. This victory would position him to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship, possibly main-eventing the first night of SummerSlam. A win would mark his first-ever World Title, a moment many fans and analysts believe is overdue for the perennial underdog.
The second part of this ambitious plan hinges on his victory over Dominik Mysterio. By pinning the current Intercontinental Champion, Zayn has potentially laid the groundwork for a championship match for the title he has held four times previously. This could lead to him performing on both nights, perhaps opening the second night with a bid to recapture the Intercontinental Championship.
The prospect of Zayn finally capturing a World Title has been a major point of discussion, especially given his current solo run, which has positioned him for a significant main event push.
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