Religious Reasons Cited for Sami Zayn's Absence from WWE

Sami Zayn requested time off from WWE following Elimination Chamber 2025 possibly to observe Ramadan, according to recent reporting.

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Religious Reasons Cited for Sami Zayn’s Absence from WWE

Sami Zayn has been absent from WWE programming since his defeat to Kevin Owens at Elimination Chamber 2025, where Randy Orton made his return after the match concluded.

According to Fightful Select in its recent edition of Select Answers, Zayn specifically asked WWE for time off following his Elimination Chamber match. The report connects this absence to Ramadan observance, noting that travel requirements during the European tour would have complicated fasting practices.

WWE has not officially announced when Zayn will return to television. The former champion has been instrumental in numerous major WWE storylines over recent years.