A babyface run; Feud with former WWE Champion? — 4 possible directions for Gunther after Bash in Berlin
Bash in Berlin witnessed a spectacular match when Gunther and Randy Orton locked horns in the main event of the show. The two superstars delivered an absolute epic clash in front of an electrifying German crowd in the Uber Arena in Berlin. The Ring General retained the World Heavyweight Championship in the end by defeating The Apex Predator.
Now that he has finally wrapped up his chapter with Orton, it will be interesting to see what his next course of action would be. From embarking on a potential babyface run on the main roster to issuing an open challenge, there are a plethora of things the Imperium leader could do moving forward.
Let's look at four possible directions for Gunther after defeating Randy Orton at Bash in Berlin.
#4. Announces a tournament for his title
With Bash in Berlin in the rear-view mirror, Gunther could look forward to a fresh start. On the upcoming edition of Monday Night RAW, he could announce a huge Number One Contenders tournament to determine his next challenger for the World Heavyweight Championship.
The Ring General could make a collaborative decision with RAW General Manager Adam Pearce and reveal the brackets of the tournament. Moreover, the reigning champion might reveal that the winner of the potential tournament will get a shot at his coveted title at WWE's Bad Blood Premium Live Event.
#3. Lays out an open challenge on RAW
Gunther has secured a monumental victory over Randy Orton at Bash in Berlin. With him riding high on confidence after his massive victory, the 37-year-old could lay out an open challenge on the upcoming edition of Monday Night RAW. He could deliver an emphatic promo calling out the entire roster.
Following a vehement promo, The Ring General might put the World Heavyweight Championship on the line in an impromptu match. With a hunger to prove himself as a workhorse champion, he might decide to defend his title on the RAW after Bash in Berlin in what could be a one-off match.
#2. Gunther officially embarks on a babyface run
Another possible direction for Gunther after his massive victory at Bash in Berlin is heralding a character change. The Imperium leader could officially embark on a babyface run on RAW after he shared a moment of respect with Randy Orton following his match at the spectacle.
This could see him gradually shed the layers of his heel persona on the red brand, with him embracing a relatively positive attitude. The Ring General could acknowledge Orton during his promo and sing praises for him, indicating a potential character transition on RAW.
#1. The Ring General could herald a feud with CM Punk
Now that Bash in Berlin is over, Gunther could look forward to a new opponent for the World Heavyweight Championship on Monday Night RAW. He could herald a feud with CM Punk on the red brand in what could be a huge surprise for the fans.
This comes after Punk made a bold statement backstage at Bash in Berlin following his match with Drew McIntyre. The Second City Saint stated that he had set his eyes on the gold and was coming after the coveted title that lies on The Ring General's shoulders.
Therefore, Gunther could officially begin a feud with CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship. While the prospect of it being a long-term feud is relatively low, it could however culminate in an on-off match on Monday Night RAW.