Gunther to lose his World Heavyweight Championship to 47-year-old legend at WrestleMania? Potential shocker explored
Ever since winning the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam this year, Gunther has been on a dominant run. He squashed everyone who had come in his way and stood tall as an indestructible force. However, his days as champion might be numbered as a prominent WWE legend could dethrone The Ring General at WrestleMania 41.
The name in question is John Cena. The 47-year-old is reported to be in one of the World Title matches at The Show of Shows next year. With Cody Rhodes rumored to be involved with Roman Reigns or The Rock at next year's 'Mania, Gunther seems to be the only viable option. However, what fueled the ongoing speculation is the recent developments around Royal Rumble 2025.
According to early betting odds, The Cenation Leader is currently the favorite to win next year's Men's Royal Rumble Match. With 2025 set to be his final year in WWE, John Cena could step into Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis to defend his storied legacy. In a shocking move, he could outlast 29 other superstars and win the contest to earn a shot to go after a World Title.
Cena could lay out at WrestleMania challenge to Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship with an intent to capture his 17th World Title in WWE. In a move that could send shockwaves, The Franchise Player might defeat The Ring General at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
John Cena could stand tall in the middle of the ring with the World Heavyweight Championship, surpassing Ric Flail's record and adding another historic milestone to his decorated resume. The chances of it happening are quite high as WrestleMania 41 will be the last time Cena will compete in WWE's biggest annual extravaganza.
However, the above scenario is entirely speculative based on the recent developments. It will be interesting to see who challenges Gunther at The Showcase of the Immortals next year.
Gunther to become babyface after losing the World Heavyweight Championship?
Gunther is WWE's one of the biggest heels currently on Monday Night RAW. However, The Ring General has started to exude subtle babyface characteristics on RAW lately. There have been numerous instances when he stood against Ludwig Kaiser's shenanigans and chose a virtuous path.
The star appears to be in the nascent stage of a potential character transition that could fully come to fruition at WrestleMania 41 after he loses his coveted title. As discussed above, John Cena could be the one to dethrone The Ring General for the World Heavyweight Championship in Las Vegas next year.
After possibly defeating him, Cena could endorse Gunther as WWE's future star, raising his hand in the air. This could officially mark the Imperium leader's babyface turn for the first time in his WWE career. Should this happen, it would give the 37-year-old a massive push.
It will be interesting to see what WWE has in store for the reigning World Heavyweight Champion.