Gunther Confronts Jey Uso, Title Match Confirmed for Post-Money in the Bank RAW – On the May 12 episode of WWE RAW, reigning World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso addressed the WWE Universe ahead of his title defense against Logan Paul at Saturday Night’s Main Event on May 24. Declaring confidently that he will leave the event still champion, Jey set the tone for what is shaping up to be a high-stakes showdown.
But the moment quickly shifted when former Champion Gunther made his return to RAW and interrupted the champion. Gunther, who had not interacted with Jey since losing to him at WrestleMania 41, acknowledged that what once seemed impossible—Jey Uso holding the World Heavyweight Championship—had become reality.
“It is the first time since that moment that we meet again,” Gunther said, referring to Jey making him tap out at WrestleMania. Jey shot back, reminding Gunther of that exact moment, prompting Gunther to keep his composure and continue with a chilling rebuttal.
Gunther reminded everyone that he’s been a dominant force, holding championship gold for the majority of his WWE career—claiming he’s been a champion for 80 percent of his time in the company. Despite Jey’s recent accolades, Gunther made it clear that his perception hasn’t changed.
“You are not a natural champion,” Gunther stated. He then dropped a major announcement: whoever walks out of Saturday Night’s Main Event with the World Heavyweight Title will defend it against Gunther on June 9 in Phoenix, Arizona—the first episode of RAW following WWE Money in the Bank.
“I hope it is you,” Gunther told Jey. “I would love nothing more than to shut you and the people up for good. I would love nothing more than to get in the ring and outclass you again and remind you where your place is.”
Jey didn’t back down. With the championship over his shoulder, he responded with intensity.
“Remind me where my place is? I’m in my place. This is my place. I run this place—with this on my arm. And I’ll walk out of that match the same way I walked in—as champion.”
With the stakes raised and the title picture now firmly pointing toward Phoenix, the tension between Jey Uso and Gunther is once again heating up. But first, Jey must overcome Logan Paul at Saturday Night’s Main Event before his looming title defense against one of WWE’s most dominant competitors.
Gunther Confronts Jey Uso, Title Match Confirmed for Post-Money in the Bank RAW
