Undisputed WWE Championship match receives major TV treatment before Night of Champions
Summary
– Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther will air commercial-free on WWE SmackDown
– Sami Zayn will serve as the special guest referee for the title match
– The match arrives one week before WWE Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia
WWE is giving Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther a major presentation on Friday’s episode of SmackDown.
During the June 15 episode of WWE Raw, the company announced that the Undisputed WWE Championship match between Rhodes and Gunther will air without commercial interruption. That move ensures fans will see the full match from start to finish.
Rhodes will defend his championship against one of WWE’s most dangerous challengers. Gunther has built his reputation on control, punishment, and pressure, making this one of Cody’s toughest title defenses.
The match also has another major wrinkle with Sami Zayn serving as the special guest referee. Sami’s involvement adds more tension, especially with his own issues surrounding Cody heading into the bout.
Making the match commercial-free sends a clear message about how important WWE wants this showdown to feel. It gives the title match the treatment of a premium event while still airing on regular television.
The timing also matters. WWE Night of Champions takes place one week later in Saudi Arabia, meaning this match could shape the final direction before the event. It could be a major setup, or it could be the night WWE delivers a surprise title change on SmackDown.
