In a result that no one could have predicted, Sami Zayn just pulled off the biggest upset of the year by defeating Gunther to become the new World Champion on a shocking episode of WWE Dark RAW!

Yes, you read that right — the underdog from the underground has finally done it.

The match, which was originally billed as a non-title exhibition, quickly escalated when Gunther—never one to back down—put his championship on the line last minute, mocking Zayn with overconfidence. What followed was an absolute war in the ring.

Gunther, known for his brutal chops and sheer dominance, controlled most of the match. But Sami Zayn refused to stay down. Drawing on every ounce of heart, grit, and resilience, Zayn kicked out of TWO powerbombs and fought through an avalanche of offense from the Ring General.

Then, in a moment of pure magic, Sami countered a third powerbomb attempt into a surprise Helluva Kick out of nowhere, followed by a second one off the ropes. 1… 2… 3 — the crowd exploded.

NEW. CHAMPION. CROWNED.

The entire arena was in shock. Even Sami looked stunned, dropping to his knees as the referee handed him the title. Chants of “You deserve it!” echoed as tears filled his eyes.

This victory isn’t just a title change — it’s a career-defining moment. Sami Zayn has officially gone from “underdog” to undeniable.

Backstage, superstars and fans alike are still reeling. What does this mean for Gunther’s historic reign? And how will the rest of the WWE roster respond to this massive power shift?