Sami Zayn became the new Undisputed WWE Champion on Saturday at Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Zayn defeated Cody Rhodes and Gunther in a triple threat match to capture the title. The victory came after a hard fought contest where Zayn capitalized on the opportunity in the main event.
Zayn, a longtime WWE performer known for his work with The Bloodline and as a singles competitor, finally reached the top of the mountain. Rhodes had been the champion entering the match, while Gunther brought his strong in ring style to the bout.
The win marks a significant moment for Zayn in his career with the company. The Undisputed WWE Championship combines the Raw and SmackDown titles into one. Zayn will now defend the championship on both brands.
The event also featured the King of the Ring final, with other matches on the card.