On last night’s WWE RAW, Sami Zayn faced Bron Breakker in a singles match, but before the contest began, Karrion Kross launched a brutal attack on Zayn. The Herald of Doomsday targeted Sami’s already injured ribs with a steel pipe, severely weakening him. Despite the pain, Zayn fought through and took part in the match, but Breakker ultimately delivered multiple Spears and secured a decisive victory. Afterward, Paul Heyman announced that Zayn would be sidelined indefinitely due to the severity of his injury.
Ongoing Rivalry with Karrion Kross and Its Impact
The conflict between Sami Zayn and Karrion Kross has been a key storyline on WWE RAW for several months. Their clash at Night of Champions saw Zayn emerge victorious, but Kross has not accepted the loss, consistently ambushing him since. The latest attack by Kross directly contributed to Zayn’s defeat against Bron Breakker, intensifying their feud. Once Zayn recovers, a return focused on settling the score with Kross seems likely.
Possible Return Aligned with Roman Reigns’ WWE Comeback
Roman Reigns, who has been absent from WWE since April, is expected to return at Saturday Night’s Main Event XL. As Reigns is rumored to have unfinished business with Seth Rollins, his return might coincide with or follow Rollins’ match against LA Knight. Given Zayn’s established alliance with Reigns, the former International Champion could reenter the scene by joining forces with the Only Tribal Chief. This partnership would position Zayn as a potential new Right Hand Man for Reigns, bolstering the war against Seth Rollins’ faction and exciting the WWE Universe.
Challenging Seth Rollins and the MITB Opportunity
Since Bron Breakker is aligned with Seth Rollins’ stable, there is a strong narrative possibility that Sami Zayn’s comeback will focus on confronting Rollins directly. Triple H, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, might craft a return storyline where Zayn challenges Rollins to a high-stakes match, potentially involving Rollins’ Money in the Bank (MITB) briefcase. This scenario could lead to Zayn winning the briefcase, providing a dramatic vehicle for his revenge on Rollins and his faction.
Future Prospects and Potential WWE World Championship Win
Should Zayn capture the MITB briefcase, he could eventually cash it in on Gunther, the current World Heavyweight Champion, especially if Gunther retains his title against Goldberg at the upcoming event. This trajectory would culminate in a landmark moment for Zayn, elevating him to WWE World Champion status and completing his epic comeback arc. Such a storyline would also highlight Zayn overcoming the adversity caused by his injuries and the attacks from the heel faction.
