Saturday night’s King of the Ring 2024 event saw a lot of controversy following the decision match between Gunther and Randy Orton. This highly anticipated match will decide the winner of the Lord of the Rings tournament, ending with Gunther’s crucifixion. However, the referee didn’t realize that Orton’s shoulders weren’t fully on the canvas, and Gunther got the controversial win at three seconds.
Fans were shocked by the sudden ending. Both Superstars are among the WWE’s elite, and this controversial decision is surprising. Social media was flooded with fans expressing their dismay and pointing out the mistakes they saw.
Triple H responded to the protests
The uproar did not go unnoticed by WWE officials. In response to widespread speculation, Triple H addressed the issue in an interview with Byron Saxton on his X account. referee, he would love to see a rematch between the two fighters.
Triple H insists that Gunther’s victory is still valid, but he supports a rematch to decide the champion. “I think Randy Orton deserves another,” he said. “If I know anything about Gunther, he really needs another chance to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that he’s better than Randy Orton.”
Addressing the controversy around tonight’s King of the Ring Finals at #WWEKingAndQueen… pic.twitter.com/KRRfig4tsD
— Triple H (@TripleH) May 25, 2024
A second match is coming up
The possibility of a rematch is on the table, but Orton’s recent injury has delayed it. According to Triple H, Orton injured his back and knees during the match. “Randy was really hurt. It’s going to be a while before he’s ready to get back in the ring with Gunther,” Triple H said. If this match happens, it’s a big gamble. However, it’s still uncertain whether the Lord of the Rings crown will be crowned again. Meanwhile, Gunther’s victories at King of the Ring and behind the ring earned him a shot at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on August 3 at SummerSlam.
Fan reactions and accusations
Triple H’s announcement caused a huge reaction from fans and led to speculation about the future of the match between Gunther and Orton. Many want to see Orton get a proper shot at redemption, while others are surprised by the potential storyline developments at SummerSlam.
It is behind the debate
There was also controversy over the credibility of WWE referees and the outcome of the match. Fans have debated whether this omission was a genuine mistake or a deliberate change to advance the story. This feature adds a layer of drama and anticipation to WWE programming, with viewers looking forward to the next chapter in the saga.
Triple H’s thoughts on the match
During the interview, Triple H explained his decision to favor a second match. “I really want to see this again,” he said. “To clear up any controversy. Remove the asterisk from the page that says Gunther Lord of the Rings.”
He added, “I think Gunther wants to show beyond frustration that he’s better than Randy Orton. So I think when Randy comes back here he’s going to have a lot of damage to his knees and his back.”
Looking to the future
As the WWE Universe ponders the rematch and its implications, one thing is clear: the rivalry between Gunther and Randy Orton has reached a new level of intensity. It remains to be seen if the match will take place before or after SummerSlam, and if it will involve the King of the Ring crown. What is certain is that fans will pay attention, wanting to see how this story unfolds.
Share your opinion
What do you think about Triple H’s announcement and the controversial ending of The Ring with The Queen in 2024? Will Orton be rewarded or will Gunther prove his dominance once again? Post your thoughts and predictions in the comments below.
