After a hiatus since March 2025, Owens overcame Sami Zayn, GUNTHER, and Finn Bálor in a chaotic match altered by GM Nick Aldis.

Former Universal Champion Kevin Owens has traveled to Minneapolis ahead of WWE SummerSlam weekend, sparking rumors of an imminent return after a 16-month absence due to neck surgery.

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.