Sami Zayn proudly wore the Intercontinental Championship belt after defeating Gunther at WrestleMania XL. He defended the title against many stars, including Ilja Dragunov, Chad Gable, Bronson Reed, and others. However, he eventually succumbed to Bron Breakker at the SummerSlam PLE. After failing to capture the title in a rematch, the 26-year-old star gained a certain amount of respect from him.
On the latest episode of Raw, Sami Zayn earned a rematch in a 2 out of 3 falls match against the newly crowned Intercontinental Champion. Bron Breakker surprisingly lost the first fall, as The Ultimate Underdog caught him off guard with a Helluva Kick. However, the former NXT Champion unleashed his inner beast and won the next two falls to retain his title.
After the match, the Canadian Superstar took a moment to acknowledge Breakker’s skill. Meanwhile, the 26-year-old also glanced at him and respectfully walked out of the ring. Both superstars gave their all to bring out the best in each other during their rivalry throughout the summer.
Since his debut on the main roster, Breakker has struggled to find his place. He expressed his frustration in the most extreme way when he was not included in the King of the Ring Tournament. However, just a few months after arriving on the main roster, he has already become the Intercontinental Champion.
Sami Zayn had a few words to say about Bron Breakker after losing against him on Raw
Sami Zayn endured another emotional loss at the hands of Bron Breakker on the latest episode of Raw. However, as a true babyface of the company, he acknowledged his opponent and even addressed the crowd after Raw went off the air. The Honorary Uce had nothing but praise for the 26-year-old star.
First of all, Zayn asserted that he had the utmost respect for Breakker and even called him the future face of the WWE. He then addressed the crowd, mentioning how he had returned to the city to wrestle after a long time. The Canadian star referred to Austin, Texas, as a “wrestling town.”
You have to give respect to the Intercontinental Champion and in all probability, the future face of WWE, Bron Breakker. I really don't have time to say...if I had to say anything, it would just be that I've been coming to the city for a very, very long time - long before I was even in WWE.Sami Zayn on Bron Brekker after Raw went off-air
Zayn’s Intercontinental Title run was memorable, to say the least. After ending Gunther‘s legendary title reign at WrestleMania XL, he held the title for 118 days. Although a few fans found his style a bit boring, he was undeniably a fighting champion who delivered enthralling matches with everyone he faced.
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