Sami Zayn has entered the 2026 season with the fire of a man destined for the mountaintop. After proving himself as a giant-killer, Zayn has transitioned into the elite title picture on WWE SmackDown. To track his standing in the Undisputed Championship hierarchy, visit our WWE Standings page.

The early 2026 campaign has been a showcase of Zayn’s unmatched resilience. His most significant triumph occurred on January 24 at **Saturday Night’s Main Event** in his hometown of Montreal. In a chaotic Fatal 4-Way, Zayn overcame Damian Priest, Randy Orton, and Trick Williams to officially secure his status as the **No. 1 Contender** for the Undisputed Title. However, February has brought fresh hurdles. On the February 13th edition of SmackDown, Zayn competed in another massive main event Triple Threat against Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu. Despite logging nearly 22 minutes of high-intensity action, the champion Cody Rhodes ultimately secured the pinfall. While the victories have slowed, Zayn’s average ring time of over 16 minutes confirms he remains the hardest-working challenger on the blue brand. For live updates on his title chase, check our pro wrestling news hub.

Sami Zayn utilizes a high-energy style that balances technical precision with “Underdog” resilience. His finisher, the Helluva Kick, is a sudden-strike maneuver that capitalizes on ring positioning. In 2026, Zayn’s match data reflects a transition into a “Marathon Specialist,” consistently pushing his main-event encounters past the 15-minute mark. For more Moveset Data, browse the Official WWE Superstars database.