WWE’s Gunther has held the Intercontinental Championship for an impressive 600-plus days, firmly establishing himself as a dominant force in the ring.
With speculation rife about who might finally unseat him from his throne, the spotlight has turned to Chad Gable, a longtime rival, as a potential contender.
Throughout his reign, Gunther has faced various challenges, but few have come as close to defeating him as Chad Gable. Their intense matches have captivated audiences, showcasing Gable’s resilience despite falling short against the imposing Intercontinental Champion.
Now, Gunther prepares to defend his title against Jey Uso on the upcoming episode of RAW, signaling another chapter in his storied reign.
However, considering the investment WWE has made in Gunther’s championship run, it’s doubtful that his reign will end abruptly on a standard RAW episode. This sets the stage for a potential challenger to emerge and stake their claim for a WrestleMania 40 showdown.
A recent post on Twitter/X highlighted the renewed rivalry between Gunther and Chad Gable on the Live Event circuit, sparking widespread anticipation among fans for Gable to eventually dethrone the champion.
Gunther & Chad Gable have wrestled twice this month at the live events for the Intercontinental title.
Maybe their rivalry will be reignited soon. pic.twitter.com/zMlzxTamh1
— Pro Wrestling Finesse (@ProWFinesse) February 15, 2024
WWE icon Jimmy Hart weighed in on the discussion, suggesting that Bron Breakker could be the perfect candidate to bring an end to Gunther’s reign as Intercontinental Champion.
In an exclusive conversation with Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Bill Apter, Hart emphasized the need for fresh talent in WWE’s programming.
“I think it comes time that Gunther trips a little bit, slips a little bit. Something happens and you put the championship on Bron Breakker. Let him run with it. Gotta get some new blood in there sooner or later, baby,” said Jimmy Hart.
Bron Breakker’s recent move to the WWE SmackDown roster, confirmed by Nick Aldis, further fuels speculation about his potential ascent to championship status, adding another layer of excitement to the ongoing storyline.
