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In an epic battle at WWE WrestleMania 40, Sami Zayn emerged victorious over Gunther, claiming the Intercontinental Championship.
The climactic moment featured Sami Zayn delivering a series of Heluva kicks, securing the pinfall and his fourth tenure as Intercontinental Champion. This victory brought an end to Gunther’s historic 667-day reign as the titleholder.
WWE WrestleMania 40 (Night One) Results
A full summary of the match is provided on our live coverage page:
Intercontinental Championship Match: Gunther (c) vs. Sami Zayn
From the onset, Gunther demonstrated dominance, cornering Zayn and unleashing a punishing chop. Zayn countered with chops of his own, but Gunther kept the upper hand with a European uppercut and a top rope choke using his boot. Even as Gunther maintained control, Zayn surprised him with a lariat and a half-nelson suplex.
The match continued with high intensity, Gunther delivering a powerbomb countered by Zayn’s Helluva Kick. The back-and-forth encounter culminated with Zayn avoiding a topple from the top rope and retaliating with a series of Helluva kicks leading to the pinfall.
Sami Zayn Achieves the Unthinkable
Zayn’s fortitude was on full display as he fought back multiple powerbombs and a barrage from Gunther. Amidst provocations aimed at Zayn’s wife in the audience, Sami mustered all his strength to execute a BRAIN BUSTAAAAHHH, followed by a final Helluva Kick, to claim the championship.
Winner and NEW Intercontinental Champion, Sami Zayn!
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FAQ Section
- How many times has Sami Zayn won the Intercontinental Championship?
- Sami Zayn has won the Intercontinental Championship four times.
- What move did Sami Zayn use to finish the match against Gunther?
- Sami Zayn used multiple Helluva Kicks to finish the match and secure the victory against Gunther.
- How long was Gunther the Intercontinental Champion before being defeated by Sami Zayn?
- Gunther held the Intercontinental Championship for a record-breaking 667 days before being defeated by Sami Zayn.
- Can I watch the highlight of the match between Gunther and Sami Zayn?
- Yes, the match highlights can be found on various platforms including WWE’s official YouTube channel.
Conclusion
The narrative of WrestleMania 40 added a chapter of triumph for Sami Zayn as he ascended to glory, capturing the Intercontinental Championship. The valiant underdog not only shattered Gunther’s lengthy reign but also cemented his legacy as a formidable competitor in WWE’s illustrious history. Fans witnessed a testimony to perseverance and the electrifying essence of professional wrestling that culminates in moments of sheer euphoria. For Sami Zayn, this victory at WrestleMania will forever be etched as an extraordinary feat in the chronicles of sports entertainment.