At WWE Royal Rumble on January 31, 2026, Drew McIntyre successfully defended the Undisputed WWE Title against Sami Zayn, maintaining his flawless record against Zayn. McIntyre secured the victory by delivering two consecutive Claymore kicks to Zayn in the match’s decisive moments.
McIntyre’s Continued Dominance and Title Journey
This event marked McIntyre’s first successful defense of the title since he captured it on January 9th by defeating Cody Rhodes in a brutal Three Stages of Hell match. The win extends McIntyre’s perfect singles match streak against Sami Zayn to 12-0, reinforcing his dominance over this particular opponent.
Sami Zayn’s Route to the Championship Match
Sami Zayn entered the Royal Rumble arena as an undefeated competitor in Saudi Arabia. He earned his title shot by winning a four-way match on WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, overcoming rivals Randy Orton, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest to claim this opportunity.
Impact and What Lies Ahead
With McIntyre firmly defending his championship, his reign continues to gain momentum, setting the stage for future challengers aiming to break his streak. Meanwhile, Zayn’s efforts show he remains a formidable contender, signaling potential continued clashes. Fans and analysts will be watching closely for McIntyre’s next title defense and how Zayn might adapt in pursuit of overcoming the champion.
DREW MCINTYRE RETAINS THE UNDISPUTED WWE CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST SAMI ZAYN.
SOLID FIRST TITLE DEFENSE 🔥#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/fMNHSDkIU1
— Tribal Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) January 31, 2026
DREW MCINTYRE RETAINS THE UNDISPUTED WWE CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST SAMI ZAYN.
SOLID FIRST TITLE DEFENSE 🔥#RoyalRumble pic.twitter.com/fMNHSDkIU1
— Tribal Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) January 31, 2026
