Drew McIntyre retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against Sami Zayn at WWE Royal Rumble on January 31, 2026 in Saudi Arabia.
McIntyre improved to 12-0 against Zayn in singles competition, securing the victory with two devastating Claymore Kicks. This marked McIntyre's first successful title defense since winning the championship on January 9.
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Zayn earned the title opportunity by winning a four-way match against Randy Orton, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. The challenger entered the event undefeated in Saudi Arabia, but McIntyre shattered that streak.
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McIntyre's Dominant Championship Reign Continues
The Scottish Warrior has now defended the gold against one of WWE's most resilient competitors. Tribal Wrestling confirmed the result on X, posting "DREW MCINTYRE RETAINS THE UNDISPUTED WWE CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST SAMI Zayn."
McIntyre's undefeated record against Zayn dates back years, showcasing his consistent dominance in their one-on-one encounters. Fans watched the match live from Saudi Arabia as part of the Royal Rumble premium live event.
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With the title secure, McIntyre sets his sights on future challengers. Zayn's loss ends his perfect Saudi Arabia run, but his path to contention remains strong after the Main Event victory.
