Punk tops Zayn in Chicago, igniting SummerSlam buzz and mixed backstage reactions

CM Punk defeated Sami Zayn on Raw to win the Undisputed WWE Championship, ending Zayn’s nine‑day reign and setting up a potential Punk vs. Cody Rhodes clash at SummerSlam. The crowd in Punk’s Chicago hometown loved the moment, but online reaction was largely negative about the title change. Becky Lynch, a friend of Zayn, weighed in via Instagram, while others like KENTA (Hideo Itami) and NOAH’s portrayal echoed disapproval, underscoring ongoing backlash from some wrestlers and fans despite the live reception.