After losing the World Heavyweight Championship to Jey Uso at WrestleMania 41, Gunther attacked RAW commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee, resulting in a fine and indefinite suspension from RAW General Manager Adam Pearce. Reports indicate Gunther requested time off, leading to his suspension rather than a storyline shift to SmackDown. Cory Hays from PW Nexus confirmed the reason for his absence. Meanwhile, Cole and McAfee are set to return to commentary on RAW this Monday. Fans are curious about Gunther’s next steps following this chain of events.
What’s happening with Gunther and WWE after the WrestleMania 41 weekend?
Gunther’s tenure as World Heavyweight Champion ended with a loss to Jey Uso at WrestleMania 41. Just two nights later, in a fit of anger, the former champion assaulted RAW commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee.
As a result, RAW General Manager Adam Pearce imposed a fine on Gunther and issued him an indefinite suspension. So, what’s next for The Ring General? Is this the start of a storyline that could see him move to the SmackDown brand? A recent report indicates that wasn’t the motive behind Monday’s incident.
According to Cory Hays of PW Nexus, the RAW Superstar has asked for time off from the organization, tweeting:
“Gunther requested some time off, which is why he has been suspended ‘indefinitely,’” Cory Hays stated in a post.
Both Michael Cole and Pat McAfee are set to return to commentary this Monday night on RAW.
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