Lil Yachty Attends WrestleMania, While Carmelo Hayes Misses Out

In a surprising turn of events on SmackDown, Sami Zayn defended his newly acquired United States Championship against Carmelo Hayes. Zayn secured the title last week, aided by Trick Williams. Following this, Hayes demanded a rematch for the title during the April 3 episode.

Sami Zayn vs. Carmelo Hayes Rematch

Sami Zayn initially hesitated to accept the challenge, suggesting that Hayes wait until after WrestleMania. Ultimately, Zayn’s sense of fairness prevailed, leading him to agree to the match. The stakes were high, as he not only put his title on the line but also his spot in WrestleMania 42 against Williams.

During the match, the audience rallied behind Hayes, expressing their discontent towards Zayn. However, Carmelo’s performance was hindered due to a selling leg injury, raising doubts about his ability to continue the bout.

The Turning Point

In a crucial moment, while the referee checked on Hayes, Zayn seized the opportunity. He executed his signature move, the Helluva Kick, securing the pinfall victory and retaining his championship. The commentators emphasized that this was a major missed opportunity for Hayes, who was aiming for a significant match at WrestleMania.

Lil Yachty’s WrestleMania Role

After the match, Trick Williams and rapper Lil Yachty rushed into the ring to confront Zayn. Earlier in the show, it had been announced that Yachty would attend WrestleMania to support Williams, who is set to challenge Zayn for the United States Championship.

• Match Date: April 3, 2023
• Event: SmackDown
• Championship: United States Championship
• Key Participants:
  • Sami Zayn
  • Carmelo Hayes
  • Trick Williams
  • Lil Yachty
• Next Major Event: WrestleMania 42

As a result of this matchup, while Zayn retained his title, Hayes missed out on the championship bout at WrestleMania. The situation raises intriguing questions about Hayes’s future, including potential opportunities on Raw. Will he aim for a chance in the Intercontinental title ladder match?

Fans eagerly await to see how Lil Yachty will influence the upcoming WrestleMania event. What are your thoughts on Zayn’s tactics to retain the championship? Share your opinions in the comments below on El-Balad.