Sami Zayn's path to a world championship title is fraught with uncertainty after his recent win in the main event of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. The crowd was electric as Zayn faced off against Trick Williams, Randy Orton, and Damian Priest for a spot at the 2026 Royal Rumble to determine who would challenge Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship.
The match saw all four competitors give it their all, but ultimately, it was Zayn's cunning and skill that earned him the victory. His career-defining moment came when he blasted Priest with his signature Helluva Kick, securing a two-count and earning himself the right to face McIntyre at Royal Rumble.
Zayn's win was met with mixed emotions from fans, as WWE's reported plans for WrestleMania 42 do not include Zayn in the title mix. Instead, Drew McIntyre is set to face Cody Rhodes or a triple threat match involving Fatu and another mystery competitor. This raises questions about whether Zayn's victory was truly earned.
Randy Orton, on the other hand, came up short at Saturday Night's Main Event but remains well-positioned for significant roles in both SmackDown and WrestleMania 42. A strong showing in the Royal Rumble would be crucial for him to make a lasting impact.
Meanwhile, Trick Williams and Damian Priest also emerged from the match with their heads held high, despite losing. Both competitors are well-positioned to make a name for themselves on the main roster and could potentially play key roles at WrestleMania 42.
As Zayn figures out his next move, it remains to be seen how his storyline will unfold in the coming weeks. With WWE's reported plans for WrestleMania 42 shrouded in uncertainty, one thing is clear: Saturday Night's Main Event has set the stage for an exciting and unpredictable ride ahead for Sami Zayn.
The match saw all four competitors give it their all, but ultimately, it was Zayn's cunning and skill that earned him the victory. His career-defining moment came when he blasted Priest with his signature Helluva Kick, securing a two-count and earning himself the right to face McIntyre at Royal Rumble.
Zayn's win was met with mixed emotions from fans, as WWE's reported plans for WrestleMania 42 do not include Zayn in the title mix. Instead, Drew McIntyre is set to face Cody Rhodes or a triple threat match involving Fatu and another mystery competitor. This raises questions about whether Zayn's victory was truly earned.
Randy Orton, on the other hand, came up short at Saturday Night's Main Event but remains well-positioned for significant roles in both SmackDown and WrestleMania 42. A strong showing in the Royal Rumble would be crucial for him to make a lasting impact.
Meanwhile, Trick Williams and Damian Priest also emerged from the match with their heads held high, despite losing. Both competitors are well-positioned to make a name for themselves on the main roster and could potentially play key roles at WrestleMania 42.
As Zayn figures out his next move, it remains to be seen how his storyline will unfold in the coming weeks. With WWE's reported plans for WrestleMania 42 shrouded in uncertainty, one thing is clear: Saturday Night's Main Event has set the stage for an exciting and unpredictable ride ahead for Sami Zayn.
i feel like zayn's win was definitely earned but also kinda robbed? idk if you've seen wrestlemania 42 plans, but it seems like wwe is trying to push other guys more... meanwhile zayn just wins a random match and suddenly everyone's like "oh look at him tryna be champ" 
i think he needs to keep grinding tho, can't let that momentum slip away 
, but at the same time, WWE's plans for WrestleMania 42 are all over the place 
, you know? Like, one minute it's Zayn facing Drew McIntyre, and the next minute it's Cody Rhodes or some other mystery person 
, 'cause they all got some serious momentum going 
!
But yeah, the uncertainty around WWE's plans for WrestleMania 42 is definitely adding some tension to the story 
Trick Williams and Priest are def on my radar now tho they both brought so much heat 
Sami Zayn's win was epic, but now it's all up to WWE how they gonna make it count. I think Randy Orton is in a tough spot, gotta step up his game if he wanna be a contender for WrestleMania 42 
. Trick Williams and Priest too, they showed they got what it takes, now let's see them shine! 
. and what about Trick Williams and Priest? they got destroyed in that match 
, but I think they're actually pretty cool. maybe they'll rise from the ashes and take on Zayn again 
. And Randy Orton, bless his soul, always ends up being the underdog... kinda like me when I'm running late for brunch 
. But for real though, these guys are setting us up for an epic ride ahead, and I am HERE. FOR. IT 
But then, the next day you find out that Drew McIntyre is gonna be defending his title at WrestleMania 42 and not Zayn... wut?! 