At WWE Night of Champions 2025, Sami Zayn scored a hard-fought victory over Karrion Kross, marking Kross’ first premium live event match since WrestleMania 40.
Following the bout, Kross took to Twitter/X to share a heartfelt message with fans, reflecting on his journey and the significance of performing in front of the Saudi Arabian crowd.
“Didn’t ask for shortcuts. Didn’t ask for favors. We just showed up—every time—staying ready even when no one was watching.
Saudi Arabia, you saw it. You felt it. And that means more than you know.
To the rest of the world watching, with your never-ending support; thank you for reminding us who this is really for.”
Didn’t ask for shortcuts.
Didn’t ask for favors.
We just showed up—every time—staying ready even when no one was watching.
Saudi Arabia, you saw it.
You felt it.
And that means more than you know.To the rest of the world watching,
With your never ending support;Thank you… pic.twitter.com/gOTC8ajdDj
— Kevin Robert Kesar (@realKILLERkross) June 29, 2025
Scarlett also commented on the match, “I’ve watched Kross give everything. For years. For this. Saudi Arabia, you saw him. You felt him. You respected him. And as someone who knows what he’s worth THANK YOU. I’ve never been more proud.”
I’ve watched Kross give everything.
For years. For this.Saudi Arabia, you saw him. You felt him. You respected him. And as someone who knows what he’s worth THANK YOU.
I’ve never been more proud. #WWENOC pic.twitter.com/dfPJXvjSkD
— Scarlett Bordeaux (@Lady_Scarlett13) June 29, 2025
Despite the loss, Kross’ performance and post-match message earned praise from fans and peers alike, signaling that his momentum may just be getting started.
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