Despite already holding a record-breaking Intercontinental Championship reign, GUNTHER added another accolade to his impressive WWE career by winning the King of The Ring title today. However, his victory has been overshadowed by controversy, as recent updates have provided further clarification on the circumstances surrounding his win.
At the King and Queen of The Ring Premium Live Event, GUNTHER faced Randy Orton in the finals of the King of The Ring tournament. The match was a thrilling encounter, with both superstars enduring significant punishment and showcasing their resilience. In the climactic moments, GUNTHER managed to secure a pinfall victory over Orton, marking a significant milestone in his WWE journey by becoming the new King of the Ring.
However, GUNTHER’s triumph was quickly met with skepticism. Keen-eyed members of the WWE Universe noticed a critical error made by the referee: Randy Orton’s shoulder was not fully on the mat during the pinfall, casting doubt on the legitimacy of GUNTHER’s victory.
According to a report by Fightful Select, the spot where Randy Orton’s shoulder was above the mat was not a planned part of the match. This unintentional error has fueled the controversy surrounding GUNTHER’s win.
“In case anyone was wondering, we’ve confirmed within WWE that the spot on King of the Ring with Randy Orton’s shoulder being up was not intentional,” the report stated.
Triple H has already addressed the controversy, acknowledging the mistake and confirming that a rematch between GUNTHER and Randy Orton will take place in the future, once Orton has healed from his injuries. This assurance has offered some solace to fans who felt the match’s outcome was unfairly influenced by the referee’s error.
The wrestling community is now abuzz with speculation about when this highly anticipated rematch will occur. Given the controversy, the rematch promises to be a must-watch event, potentially taking place at a major upcoming WWE show.
For now, GUNTHER remains the King of the Ring, but the shadow of this controversy looms large over his victory. Fans are eager to see how WWE will address this situation and when Randy Orton will get his chance to rectify the outcome.
When do you feel the rematch should take place after such a botch? Sound off in the comments section below!
