Saturday’s WWE King & Queen of the Ring event saw an epic clash between GUNTHER and Randy Orton to determine the new claimant to the throne. The match was an all-out war, and in the end, GUNTHER secured victory with a roll-up. However, the finish was shrouded in controversy as Randy Orton’s left shoulder was visibly off the mat during the count.
After the show, WWE CCO Paul “Triple H” Levesque addressed the situation on social media, asserting that the referee’s decision is final and GUNTHER will remain King of the Ring. Nonetheless, Triple H agreed that a rematch seems warranted. “Especially after what I saw tonight, I certainly want to see that again,” Levesque stated. “Having seen Randy back here, he’s pretty banged up, both his knee and his back. I think it’s going to be a moment or two before he is ready to step back in the ring with GUNTHER. But when he is, let’s go.”
With this win, GUNTHER not only joins an illustrious class of former winners but also earns a World Heavyweight Championship shot at SummerSlam in August. Assuming he doesn’t cross brands, he could challenge either Damian Priest or Drew McIntyre for the title — Levesque previously announced that Priest and McIntyre will face off at Clash at the Castle 2024 in Glasgow this June.
GUNTHER continues an impressive WWE run, boasting only five televised losses since joining the promotion in January 2019. Of those losses, only three were by pinfall, and none by submission, highlighting his dominance and resilience in the ring. His strategic prowess and relentless drive have solidified his status as a top competitor in WWE.
The controversial finish has set the stage for a highly anticipated rematch, with fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this rivalry. As GUNTHER prepares for his World Heavyweight Championship shot and Randy Orton recuperates, the WWE Universe is buzzing with excitement and anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter.
