5 Potential challengers for Sami Zayn's Intercontinental title at WWE WrestleMania 38

Sami Zayn finally won the Intercontinental Championship on the go-home show before the Elimination Chamber of SmackDown. He beat Shinsuke Nakamura to win the title for the third time in his career.

After becoming the #1 contender for the Intercontinental Championship, he was given a match against Nakamura after eight weeks. Nakamura failed as a champion as he rarely defended his title during his 189-day reign.

Sami Zayn's first two Intercontinental Championship reigns were entertaining as he used heel tactics to defend his title. With Sami Zayn winning the title again, the Intercontinental Championship picture looks promising again. Fans are wondering who Sami Zayn will defend his title against at The Grandest Stage of Them All.

Let's take a look at Potential Challengers for Sami Zayn's Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 38.

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#5. Drew McIntyre

Drew McIntyre was a successful champion of the Thunderdome Era. His world title reign will be noted as one of the defining moments in WWE.

Despite his incredible run, the former WWE Champion has been in monotonous storylines since dropping the title to Bobby Lashley. The Scottish Warrior is currently involved in a feud with Happy Corbin & Madcap Moss. Most recently, McIntyre beat Moss at Elimination Chamber 2022.

To revive his career, McIntyre should be given the Intercontinental title. Having him win the championship from Zayn would give a great boost to his career.

#4. Cesaro

Cesaro is the most underrated WWE Superstar of all time. He didn't even get his WrestleMania match on the main card until last year! WWE has failed to recognize Cesaro's potential.

The Swiss Superman's first WrestleMania bout was against Seth Rollins, where he emerged victorious. He was being pushed before WWE's WrestleMania Backlash. At the event, Cesaro lost to Roman Reigns, ending his push.

Zayn and Cesaro have a history together, which could be a reason for their feud. During the start of 2020, Cesaro, Nakamura & Zayn were allies. Back then, both Nakamura and Cesaro helped Zayn win the Intercontinental Championship.

Handing the Intercontinental Championship to The Swiss Cyborg would be a great way to resume his push. The WWE Universe is already aware of Cesaro's flair and he could be a great challenger for Sami Zayn's title.

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#3. Shinsuke Nakamura

Shinsuke Nakamura was defeated by Sami Zayn on last week's SmackDown for the Intercontinental Championship. The King of Strong Style won the title in August 2021 after defeating Apollo Crews. He carried the title for 189 days.

The two-time Intercontinental Champion could get his rematch at WrestleMania 38 against Sami Zayn. Nakamura didn't evince himself to be a good champion during his second reign with the Intercontinental title. Nakamura winning the title a third time will give him another chance to prove his worth.

#2. Big E

Big E has been one of the most charismatic superstars WWE has to offer. In 2021, he was separated from his stablemates by the WWE Draft.

After disbanding from New Day, Big E's push skyrocketed to the moon. He managed to win the Intercontinental and WWE Championship consecutively. His singles push came to an end after he lost his WWE Championship at Day 1.

His second reign as a champion was incredibly enjoyed by fans. Winning the title for the third time would elevate his illustrious career even more.

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#1. Johnny Knoxville

Johnny Knoxville has been feuding with the current Intercontinental Champion Zayn for a couple of months. Knoxville announced his 2022 Royal Rumble entry after putting Zayn off the top rope to qualify for the match.

This led to The Conspiracy Theorist calling out Johnny Jackass multiple times. During the Rumble Match, Johnny was eliminated by Zayn. Fans are speculating that Johnny Knoxville could challenge Sami Zayn for the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 38.