Trick Williams will defend the United States Championship against Sami Zayn at WWE Backlash 2026. The match was announced following a chaotic segment on the May 1 episode of SmackDown.
During the broadcast, Zayn attacked The Gingerbread Man with a low blow before punching him repeatedly and ripping off one of his arms. Williams rushed to the scene and attacked Zayn, who escaped the ring before further confrontation.
Williams checked on The Gingerbread Man and threw up the X sign, signaling a serious injury to the character.
.@_trickwilliams had ENOUGH of @SamiZayn! ? pic.twitter.com/5lhGXd3Xks
— WWE (@WWE) May 2, 2026
WWE Backlash Updated Match Card
In a backstage interview with Cathy Kelley, Williams was informed by a physician that The Gingerbread Man did not survive Zayn’s attack. Following the news, Williams announced he would defend his United States Championship against Zayn at Backlash 2026. Below is the updated card for the show:
- Singles Match: Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker (with Paul Heyman)
- Singles Match: Iyo Sky vs. Asuka
- WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Jacob Fatu
- WWE US Championship Match: Trick Williams (c) vs. Sami Zayn
Backlash this year will be taking place from the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida on May 9.