Trick Williams Wins US Title from Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42

Trick Williams is the new United States Champion after defeating Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42. This is his first major singles title win on the main WWE roster.
By Newsroom | Wrestling, Sports |

Las Vegas, NV – The landscape of the WWE United States Championship shifted at WrestleMania 42 on Sunday, with Trick Williams defeating Sami Zayn to claim his first major singles title. The match, held on Night 2 of the event, saw an assist from rapper Lil Yachty, who accompanied Williams to the ring.

Williams secured the victory with his signature "Trick Shot" knee strike, culminating a bout that saw momentum swing between both competitors. Zayn, who had held the championship for 22 days, attempted a counter-maneuver but was ultimately felled by Williams' finisher.

The intervention by Lil Yachty, who had previously been involved in the animosity between Williams and Zayn, proved decisive. While Lil Yachty initially faced some resistance from Zayn, he was eventually positioned to provide the distraction or opening needed for Williams to land the winning blow. This marks a significant milestone for Williams, representing his first championship on the main WWE roster.

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Williams' ascension has been a focal point since his debut on the main roster in January, with his rivalry with Zayn stemming from Williams' aggressive pursuit of opportunities and personal jabs. Zayn's recent reign as United States Champion began after defeating Carmelo Hayes on March 27th.

The event, WrestleMania 42, also featured other high-profile matches, including Cody Rhodes retaining his Undisputed WWE Championship. Reports indicated that Cody Rhodes sustained a face injury during his match and was not medically cleared afterward. There was also a notable contest between Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu, classified as unsanctioned.

This championship win for Trick Williams signals a potential shift in the WWE's focus towards building new stars. The exact booking details and motivations behind the championship change and the extent of the interference from Lil Yachty remain points of discussion within the wrestling community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who won the United States Championship at WrestleMania 42?
Trick Williams won the United States Championship from Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42 on Sunday, April 14th, 2026. This is his first major singles title win on the main WWE roster.
Q: How did Trick Williams win the United States Championship from Sami Zayn?
Trick Williams defeated Sami Zayn with his 'Trick Shot' knee strike. Rapper Lil Yachty, who was with Williams, helped distract Zayn during the match.
Q: How long did Sami Zayn hold the United States Championship before WrestleMania 42?
Sami Zayn held the United States Championship for 22 days before losing it to Trick Williams at WrestleMania 42. He had won the title on March 27th, 2026.
Q: What happened to Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 42?
Cody Rhodes retained his Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42 but reportedly suffered a face injury during his match and was not medically cleared afterward.