How Sami Zayn’s rivalries could develop — and when he could lose the Undisputed WWE title

Sami Zayn reclaimed the Undisputed WWE title in a win over CM Punk, surprising many fans who had seen his previous triumph as a fluke. After a short reign of nine days earlier, the return to the top came after a chaotic finish in the rematch held in Mexico.

According to Bleacher Report, with Money in the Bank only weeks away, the picture of rivalries for the SmackDown title is heating up: Punk and Cody Rhodes are expected to seek a rematch, Johnny Gargano awaits the promised opportunity, while names like Gunther, Finn Bálor and Bron Breakker could also be included in the qualifying picks. As a prediction, a triple threat with CM Punk and Kevin Owens looks possible for the upcoming event, as disagreements between Punk and Owens could give Zayn the chance to survive until another major event.

Other reports, including those of PWInsider, suggest WWE could use the reaction to Zayn’s victory to place him in a headliner at Crown Jewel against Roman Reigns in November. Such a clash in Saudi Arabia would give Zayn a warm reception and a big match, while it could serve as a stage to extend or strengthen his reign ahead of later events.

However, under the current creative regime, title changes on television are common, and it is plausible that Zayn could lose the title in the weeks before or after Survivor Series. The representation of PLE events and campaigns ahead of Wrestlepalooza creates a scenario in which names like Kevin Owens or CM Punk are logical favorites to regain the title, although unexpected developments remain possible.

In summary, considering the current flow and the calendar of major events, Zayn is expected to face a series of major challenges that could lead him toward a title loss before the end of the year — a prospect that Bleacher Report highlights among the predictions for his run as champion.

Sources: Bleacher Report, PWInsider