WWE World Heavyweight Champion “The Ring General” GUNTHER appeared on The Ariel Helwani Show to discuss various topics, including his lack of a specific opponent for WrestleMania 41.
GUNTHER said, “I didn’t really nail it down, to be honest. We have so many guys when it comes to in-ring that are super exciting to have a match with. As a wrestler, you always want to make the next step. My hopes were like, can I mix it up with somebody like Punk, maybe Seth, maybe Roman? Is there a chance for that? Even Cena. It didn’t work out, but I think we’re in a situation where, in the company, so many things changed in a very short time and there is a whole new excitement about the company and it’s a big opportunity for guys who are new into the place like me or somebody like Jey who has been around forever and now finally have a chance to do something on his own. There’s been a lot of guys I’ve had matches with. It’s like the perfect breeding ground for us to have all the attention on us and leave a mark. At the end of the day, I feel everybody can stand out when they’re in the ring with somebody that is super established and a made figure. Somebody like Roman. If we can make a difference together and set a new standard of what to expect from us going forward when it comes to different things, it’s the perfect opportunity for that and a challenge, somewhat, too. It’s a high-pressure situation, but I feel that’s when I thrive. The high-pressure situations are sink or swim, and I’m glad with how everything worked out.”
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