On the June 9th episode of WWE Raw in Phoenix, Arizona, a significant title change took place in the main event. Jey Uso, who had won the Gunther World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41 in April and had held it since SummerSlam 2024, faced Gunther in a highly anticipated rematch. Following a two-night buildup where Uso teamed with Cody Rhodes to defeat Logan Paul and WWE Champion John Cena at Money In The Bank—with some help from Ron Killings (R-Truth)—Gunther made a triumphant return by reclaiming the title from Uso. This victory makes Jey Uso a two-time World Heavyweight Champion.
Contrary to fan hopes, Goldberg did not make an appearance to fuel rumors of a match against Gunther. Additionally, Mr. Money in the Bank Seth Rollins was absent during and after the match, despite some fans expecting him to cash in his contract just two nights after winning it. Uso’s title reign concluded after 52 days. Gunther now holds the distinction of being the first two-time champion under the current version of the World Heavyweight Championship, which debuted in May 2023. Previous titleholders include Seth Rollins, Drew McIntyre (who held the title briefly), and Damian Priest.
Fan Take: This title change is a major moment for WWE as it highlights the ongoing competition and evolving storylines around the World Heavyweight Championship. It teases exciting future rivalries and keeps fans engaged, showing the sport’s dynamic and unpredictable nature.
