In an exciting turn of events, Gunther, also known as The Ring General, emerged victorious against Kofi Kingston on this week’s WWE RAW, securing his spot in the semi-finals of the King of the Ring tournament. The former NXT United Kingdom Champion will now face off against Jey Uso in the semi-final round, following Uso’s win against Ilja Dragunov. The stage is set for an electrifying match between two of the top contenders in the tournament.
The excitement around Gunther’s win was further amplified when RAW General Manager Adam Pearce took to Instagram to share a throwback photo of himself and Gunther from their time on the indie circuit. The photo, which has left fans stunned, shows a virtually unrecognizable Gunther, then known as WALTER, before his transformation into the formidable force he is today.
For those who may not know, Adam Pearce, a former Intercontinental Champion, had a storied wrestling career before taking on the role of General Manager of Monday Night RAW. His connection to Gunther dates back to their days on the indie scene, where Gunther was known for his impressive skills as WALTER.
Fast forward to today, Gunther has undergone a remarkable transformation, winning the UK Title and holding it for a record-breaking 870 days. He later went on to win the Intercontinental Title from Ricochet and held it for an impressive 666 days. The Ring General was the first to declare his participation in the 2024 King of the Ring tournament and remains one of the top favorites to take home the crown.
Next week on RAW, Gunther will face Jey Uso in the semi-final round, with the winner advancing to the finals in Saudi Arabia. If Gunther emerges victorious, he will face the winner of the WWE SmackDown semi-final in the tournament’s final match. The stage is set for an epic showdown, and fans can barely contain their excitement. Will Gunther continue his winning streak and make it to the finals, or will Jey Uso have something to say about it? Tune in to RAW next week to find out.
