Sami Zayn leaves WWE Crown Jewel with more than just a championship after loss to Roman Reigns
It’s all Zayn ever really wanted from his former Bloodline brother.It’s what he’s wanted from the WWE Universe and the rest of the locker room on SmackDown.
He’s said for months he didn’t feel like he was getting the respect he’s earned through his years of hard work in the ring.He said he didn’t get it when he became the undisputed WWE champion the first time or the second time.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK PRO WRESTLING COVERAGEThis page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners.
If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated.This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom.Sami Zayn competes against Roman Reigns during Crown Jewel at The Venue in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Nov.
7, 2026.(WWE via Getty Images)Reigns left no doubt in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Zayn demanded that Reigns shake his hand in the ring.He asserted that he deserved that much.
Reigns countered with something else.A passionate hug that will stand the test of time and adds another element to their story that goes back a few years to when Zayn was an "honorary Uce" in The Bloodline."You’re not honorary.
You’re an Uso," Reigns declared.The emotional moment capped an incredible match.Zayn walked into what felt like a home game.He captured the Undisputed WWE Championship for the first time earlier this year at Night of Champions when the premium live event was held in Saudi Arabia.
Zayn, who is of Syrian descent, made it an unbelievable moment.Sami Zayn and Roman Reigns speak during Crown Jewel at The Venue in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Nov.7, 2026.
(WWE via Getty Images)The crowd was behind Zayn from the get-go and tried his best to get into the mind of Reigns throughout the match.Reigns was above all the nonsense.
He hit Zayn with one more spear and pinned him for the victory.THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE.DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW!For Reigns, another accolade has been added t...