In the aftermath of WWE Elimination Chamber 2024, a former WWE Superstar has set his sights on a marquee matchup at WrestleMania XL.
Despite not participating in the recent pay-per-view, Intercontinental Champion Gunther has become the focus of attention as speculation swirls about his potential opponent on the grandest stage of them all.
Gunther, leader of the dominant faction Imperium, successfully defended his Intercontinental Championship against Jey Uso on the latest episode of RAW.
This victory came after Jimmy Uso’s betrayal, intensifying the ongoing storyline. Gunther had initially captured the Intercontinental title from Ricochet in June 2022 and has since been a formidable force in the WWE landscape.
Matt Cardona, formerly known as Zack Ryder, has emerged as a vocal contender for a marquee match against Gunther at WrestleMania XL.
Cardona, a seasoned campaigner, secured the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 32 and expressed his desire for a championship rematch with Gunther through social media.
In the lead-up to RAW, where significant developments are expected, Fightful prompted fans to share their opinions on who should challenge Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 40.
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— Matt Cardona (@TheMattCardona) February 25, 2024
In response, Cardona actively engaged with the post, putting forth his name as a compelling candidate to face the current champion.
The anticipation surrounding Cardona’s potential return to WWE has been a topic of interest, especially considering the remarks made by his real-life wife, Chelsea Green.
Since her return to WWE in the women’s Royal Rumble match in 2023, Green has openly expressed her eagerness for Cardona to make a comeback.
She envisions exciting possibilities such as mixed matches or tag team ventures and remains confident that Cardona’s return to the company is only a matter of time.
As the WWE Universe speculates on potential matchups for WrestleMania 40, all eyes are on official announcements regarding Gunther’s opponent and the potential return of Matt Cardona to the WWE fold.
The dynamic landscape of WWE programming continues to evolve, promising fans thrilling encounters and compelling storylines leading up to the showcase of immortals.
