The latest episode of WWE RAW on May 13, 2024, was filled with intense action and dramatic confrontations, but one moment stood out above the rest: the electrifying standoff between Gunther and Ilja Dragunov. The Ring General, fresh from advancing to the semifinals of the King of The Ring tournament, had a pair of tense confrontations with the Russian Superstar that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The first encounter took place backstage, where Dragunov was being interviewed about his upcoming match against Jey Uso. As he spoke confidently about taking down Gunther, the Austrian wrestler appeared out of nowhere, standing silently beside him with an intense gaze. The air was thick with tension as the two superstars locked eyes, their stares piercing through the camera lens. Gunther eventually walked away, leaving Dragunov to face Jey Uso in the ring.
Although Dragunov put up a valiant effort, he ultimately fell short against Jey Uso. As he exited the arena, Gunther emerged once more, this time walking down the ramp to share a disdainful look with the defeated Russian Superstar. The image of their staredown ringside was later posted by Gunther on X, complete with a cryptic message that left fans wondering what’s next for these two competitors.
Gunther’s victory in the semifinal round of the King of The Ring tournament has set him up for a showdown with Jey Uso, a rematch of their Intercontinental Championship bout where Gunther emerged victorious. However, their rivalry is far from over. After his icy stare-down with Dragunov, Gunther stepped into the ring to face off against Jey Uso, the tension between them palpable as the episode of WWE RAW came to a close.
Their history is well-documented, with Jimmy Uso’s interference in their previous match allowing Gunther to claim the Intercontinental Championship. The question on everyone’s mind is: how will Gunther respond to the challenge posed by Jey Uso and Ilja Dragunov? One thing is certain – the road to the King of The Ring final has never been more unpredictable.
