Oba Femi and Iyo Sky win tournament titles at WWE Night of Champions
WWE Night of Champions in Riyadh featured the conclusion of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments and a major title change in the main event. Sami Zayn secured the Undisputed WWE Championship by pinning Cody Rhodes in a triple threat match.
The landscape of professional wrestling shifted on Saturday, 27 June 2026, as WWE presented its Night of Champions premium live event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With eyes turned toward the upcoming SummerSlam, the card served as a critical pivot point, crowning new tournament winners and delivering a major upset in the Undisputed WWE Championship main event.
Tournament Victories and Future Stakes
The King and Queen of the Ring tournaments concluded with two dominant performances, both winners earning the right to challenge for a world championship at SummerSlam.
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Oba Femi secured the 2026 King of the Ring crown after defeating Jey Uso in a bruising opening contest. According to Yahoo Sports, Femi has previously teased the possibility of targeting the World Heavyweight Championship held by Roman Reigns. Following the win, Paul "Triple H" Leveque praised the achievement, declaring,
."Add another accolade to the career of Oba Femi. The ruler is now KING,"
Paul Leveque, via Sports Yahoo
In the Queen of the Ring final, Iyo Sky overcame Liv Morgan to claim the title. The match saw Sky battle through a targeted injury to her left knee, with Morgan attempting to capitalize on the vulnerability throughout the bout. Before the match, Morgan’s focus was reportedly disrupted by a run-in with Danhausen, who cursed
her on the stage. Despite the adversity, Sky landed a top-rope Spanish Fly followed by her signature Over the Moonsault to secure the win. Immediately following the match, Sky issued a challenge to Morgan for a title match at SummerSlam.
Championship Defenses and Rivalry Closures
The event also featured high-stakes championship defenses and the conclusion of a volatile rivalry:
- WWE Men’s United States Championship: Trick Williams successfully retained his title against Ricky Saints. The match involved the ejection of Lil Yachty from ringside after Saints tricked the official into believing he had been struck with a kendo stick. Following the victory, Lil Yachty returned to intervene in a post-match attack, delivering a People’s Elbow to Saints.
- WWE Women’s United States Championship: Tiffany Stratton defeated Jade Cargill to retain her title. The match turned when Chelsea Green and Charlotte Flair interfered on Stratton's behalf, with Flair striking Cargill with the championship belt, allowing Stratton to hit her finish.
- Steel Cage Match: Seth Rollins defeated Bron Breakker in an
action-packed
cage match. According to Bleacher Report, the contest utilized various weapons and included a highlight moment where Rollins superplexed Breakker from the top of the cage through a table.
A Shocking Main Event
The evening culminated in a triple threat match for the Undisputed Wwe Championship between Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn. Sami Zayn pinned Rhodes after countering a move to win his first WWE World Championship. The finish followed a frantic sequence involving all three competitors, and the victory marked the end of a long-standing pursuit for the title.
What to Watch Next
With SummerSlam approaching in five weeks, the following developments are now in focus:
- SummerSlam Challenger: While Iyo Sky has officially challenged Liv Morgan, it remains unclear who Oba Femi will select for his championship match.
- Rising Stars: With the tournaments concluded, focus shifts to how the new King and Queen will utilize their newfound status to climb the ranks on their respective brands.
