In the world of professional wrestling, the drama is as intense inside the ring as it is on social media. This was evident when Chad Gable took to Twitter to call out Sami Zayn, the new Intercontinental Champion. Gable, who is 38 years old, didn’t hold back in his message, labeling Zayn a “coward” for his actions during a recent championship match. Gable’s tweet came after a heated encounter on WWE RAW, where he set his sights on Zayn, further escalating their rivalry.
The backstory to this confrontation dates back to WrestleMania XL, where Zayn triumphed over Gunther to become a four-time Intercontinental Champion. Following his victory, Zayn’s first title defense took place on RAW in Montreal, Canada, where he faced off against Gable. The match concluded with Gable turning heel after Zayn kicked him backstage ahead of the title defense against Bronson Reed. The altercation during the match caused a disqualification, prompting Reed to attack Chad in retaliation.
Gable’s tweet reflected his frustration and determination to confront Zayn. He wrote, “Once again, Sami had it coming. Who among you would allow someone to blindside you with a kick you in the face and not retaliate? That would make you a COWARD. And there’s nothing I hate more than a COWARD.” This public declaration of animosity was a clear indication that Gable was not going to let the incident slide without a response.
The incident on WWE RAW, where Gable’s interference led to Zayn retaining his title after a disqualification against Reed, drew criticism from wrestling commentator Vince Russo. Russo expressed his dissatisfaction with the match’s outcome on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s edition of Legion of RAW. He questioned the logic behind Reed’s disqualification, suggesting that the match should have been declared a No Contest instead. Russo’s comments highlighted the controversial nature of the match’s conclusion and the decisions made by the officials.
The ongoing storyline involving Zayn, Gable, and Reed hints at the possibility of a Triple Threat Match between the three wrestlers. While Zayn is not currently scheduled to defend the Intercontinental Championship at the upcoming Backlash event in France, the dynamic nature of WWE’s storylines means that a last-minute change to the card could very well be in the cards. The tension between the superstars is palpable, and fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this intense rivalry.
