Sami Zayn Captures US Championship On WWE Smackdown

Sami Zayn is the new WWE United States Champion after he defeated Solo Sikoa on WWE Smackdown. Zayn defeated Sikoa in the main event of Friday’s show, pinning Sikoa with a Helluva Kick to capture the title.

This is Zayn’s first run with the US Championship and ends Sikoa’s reign at 62 days. Sikoa defeated Jacob Fatu to win the title at WWE Night of Champions.

France is HYPED for @SamiZayn! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/x0XTCfMEO0

— WWE (@WWE) August 30, 2025

We've got company… 👀 pic.twitter.com/GAklzVGCx4

— WWE (@WWE) August 30, 2025

HE DID IT!!! 👏@SamiZayn is the NEW United States Champion! 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/Z23Y9VPimB

— WWE (@WWE) August 30, 2025