Former Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn has officially transitioned from the main roster to SmackDown on Friday nights. The Canadian star announced this during a heated in-ring confrontation with the U.S. Champion, Solo Sikoa, in the latest episode.
The segment showcased American Champion Solo Sikoa and his faction, including Tama Tonga, Tonga Roa, and Jey Uso, until Sami Zayn made an unexpected appearance. Zayn declared his intent to pursue the U.S. Championship—a title he has yet to hold in WWE. When Solo Sikoa dismissed him for not being part of the SmackDown roster, Zayn revealed that he had indeed been officially assigned to the “Blue Brand.”
The altercation quickly turned physical, with Sikoa and his group attacking Zayn. However, Jimmy Uso and Jacob Fatu intervened to save him, setting up a six-man tag team match for the main event of the show. Zayn’s challenge for the U.S. Title is well-founded, as he recently pinned Solo Sikoa in a tag match on the August 8th episode of SmackDown.
Sami Zayn’s official move to SmackDown and his pursuit of the U.S. Championship brings a fresh lead babyface into the spotlight on Friday nights. Below is the full confrontation between Sami Zayn and Solo Sikoa’s faction.
Fan Take: This move is exciting for WWE fans because Sami Zayn is known for his exceptional storytelling and in-ring skills, making the U.S. Title scene more compelling. His arrival on SmackDown could revitalize the brand’s main event landscape and deliver fresh rivalries, boosting the show’s overall appeal.
