Gunther has officially secured the chance to be John Cena’s final adversary in a match this weekend on WWE’s Saturday Night Main Event. Tonight on Monday Night Raw, Gunther will speak directly to the fans. He aims to not only challenge The Greatest of All Time but potentially retire him and become the new legendary killer of this era, following Goldberg’s retirement earlier this year.
In other action, Lyra Valkyrie faces Roxanne Perez in a singles match and Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquel addresses the audience after her victory over Nikki Bella at Survivor Series: WarGames. Meanwhile, AJ Styles and Dragon Lee successfully defended the World Tag Team Championship against the War Raiders. LA Knight has called out Logan Paul for a match, which plays a crucial role in tonight’s main event.
Here are the results from Monday Night Raw on December 8, 2025:
– Iyo Sky defeated Kairi Sane by pinfall.
– AJ Styles and Dragon Lee retained the World Tag Team Championship by defeating the War Raiders.
– Roxanne Perez defeated Lyra Valkyrie by pinfall.
– Logan Paul defeated LA Knight by pinfall.
Key moments from the show included Gunther entering to boos, announcing his honor of being Cena’s final opponent and his plan to crush Cena’s spirit in the match ahead. Behind the scenes, Logan Paul claimed Bryan Breaker and Bronson Reed would back him up after an altercation with Rey Mysterio, who was attacked before his match by Paul. During the match, LA Knight stepped in to save Mysterio and challenged Paul to a fight tonight.
AJ Styles and Dragon Lee remained champions while Jevon Evans was announced as a challenger after being signed, marking a new addition to the Tag Team division. The Usos made a strong return, signaling their intent to reclaim dominance in the tag team scene. Stephanie Vaquel boldly claimed to be the best female wrestler in the world, while Vera and Raquel Rodriguez demanded title opportunities.
Maxine Dupri debuted her “low key legend” persona alongside Natalya. In the main event, despite interference and ejections, Logan Paul managed to secure a win over LA Knight with the help of a masked man, who also attacked Knight post-match. Backstage, Bron Breaker questioned the authenticity of the new CM Punk, challenging him to bring back his old persona.
Looking ahead, Gunther’s showdown with John Cena positions him to become this generation’s new legendary killer, reminiscent of Randy Orton’s role in the past. With Goldberg and Cena retiring the same year, and AJ Styles’ potential retirement looming, Gunther could rise as the dominant villain in WWE, rivaling the likes of Brock Lesnar.
The masked man aiding Logan Paul and the Vision faction has sparked speculation. While originally thought to be Austin Theory, clues now suggest it might be Montez Ford, given his physique and in-ring style. Ford was previously touted by Paul Heyman as a future star, making this possible debut significant.
Jey Uso’s return to the tag team division marks a notable shift after his singles career frustrations. The Usos aim to reclaim their status as WWE’s top tag team, though Jey’s quick return hints at a deeper storyline about his path back to singles glory, potentially influenced by Roman Reigns.
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Fan Take: This development is huge for WWE fans as it sets up an epic farewell for John Cena with Gunther potentially stepping into legend-killer status, adding fresh stakes and drama. The evolving storylines around The Vision faction and returning stars like Jey Uso promise exciting shifts in the WWE landscape, making it a must-watch for fans eager for new rivalries and dynamic matches.
