Sami Zayn Sends Brutal Message to Johnny Knoxville Ahead of WWE Money in the Bank

Sami Zayn has reignited his rivalry with Johnny Knoxville years after their memorable WWE feud. While responding to Knoxville’s recent film promotion, the former WWE Champion stayed in character and delivered a savage message aimed at the Jackass star.

Zayn and Knoxville became unlikely rivals in 2022 when their feud built toward WrestleMania 38. The celebrity played a major role in costing Zayn the Intercontinental Championship before the two finally settled their differences in an Anything Goes Match.

Sami Zayn takes another shot at Johnny Knoxville

Johnny Knoxville recently promoted his film Jackass: Best and Last, giving Zayn an opportunity to take another verbal shot at his former WrestleMania opponent.

Zayn reacted to Knoxville’s message while continuing their rivalry in kayfabe. The WWE star mocked Knoxville’s personality before jokingly expressing his hope that the celebrity would suffer another traumatic experience while watching the film.

“Oh, my God. Of course. This guy, I swear, has the temperament of an eight-year-old. I don’t know why I expected anything different from Johnny Knoxville,” Zayn said.

He then added that he would watch the movie while hoping Knoxville suffers another traumatic brain injury, referencing the injuries the celebrity sustained during the Jackass franchise.

Zayn and Knoxville’s WrestleMania rivalry

The rivalry between Sami Zayn and Johnny Knoxville became one of the most entertaining celebrity storylines in WWE in 2022.

Knoxville interfered in Zayn’s pursuit of the Intercontinental Championship and helped Ricochet defeat him. Their conflict eventually led to an Anything Goes Match at WrestleMania 38.

The bout featured several chaotic moments and appearances from members of the Jackass cast. Knoxville ultimately defeated Zayn, bringing their WWE rivalry to an end at the time.

Despite going their separate ways afterward, both men have occasionally referenced their feud and teased the possibility of another encounter.

Sami Zayn’s WWE title run ended earlier this year

Zayn has also experienced major changes in his WWE career since his rivalry with Knoxville. Earlier this year, he shocked fans by defeating Cody Rhodes in a Triple Threat Match at Night of Champions to become Undisputed WWE Champion.

However, his championship reign did not last long. Zayn eventually lost the title to CM Punk in Chicago, bringing his unexpected run at the top to an abrupt conclusion.

Sami Zayn misses another major opportunity on SmackDown

Zayn was recently scheduled to compete against Cody Rhodes in the main event of Friday Night SmackDown. The winner was set to earn a major opportunity after Nick Aldis offered the winner a number one contendership.

However, the match never took place. Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes became involved in a brawl, forcing WWE to scrap the planned contest.

Zayn had previously been scheduled to compete against Finn Balor in a singles match to determine a new number one contender. The situation changed when Gunther and Kevin Owens were added to the contest, with Owens ultimately winning the match.

With Zayn currently looking to rebuild his momentum, his latest exchange with Johnny Knoxville has once again reminded fans of one of WWE’s most unusual celebrity rivalries.