Report: Gunther Set for WWE Return ‘Very Soon’ — Will He Crash Wrestlepalooza?
After weeks of speculation, it looks like Gunther’s long-awaited WWE return is on the horizon. The former two-time World Heavyweight Champion has been absent from television since his dramatic SummerSlam 2025 loss to CM Punk, but reports now indicate fans won’t have to wait much longer.
Quick Facts:
- Last Match: August 2, 2025 — Lost World Heavyweight Title to CM Punk at SummerSlam
- Last TV Mention: August 4, 2025 — Written off Raw with storyline injuries (rumored scheduled vacation)
- Last Media Appearance: August 7, 2025 — Guest on Six Feet Under with The Undertaker
Gunther’s Summer Exit
Gunther’s last televised match came on August 2, 2025, at SummerSlam, where his 54-day reign as World Heavyweight Champion was cut short by CM Punk. The night marked the end of a whirlwind summer for “The Ring General,” highlighted by a championship victory over Jey Uso and his stunning retirement of Goldberg.
Two nights later on Raw, WWE announced that Gunther would be out “indefinitely” with multiple storyline injuries. In reality, the absence was reportedly to allow him to recover from a minor but nagging injury — a bloody nose suffered in the match with Punk.
Since then, Gunther has kept a low profile, with his only public appearance being an August 7 interview on The Undertaker’s “Six Feet Under” podcast, where he reflected on his career and title runs.
Return Timeline Heating Up
According to the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Gunther’s return is expected “very soon.” While no exact date has been confirmed, the timing is noteworthy. Triple H has already promised “surprises” at tonight’s WWE Wrestlepalooza — could Gunther be one of them?
Even if the Austrian powerhouse doesn’t show up in Indianapolis, the word “imminent” suggests we may see him back in the ring as early as next week’s television.
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Gunther’s presence has been sorely missed in WWE. His hard-hitting style and aura of legitimacy bring a balance to the main-event scene that few can replicate. While WWE’s current focus is on Wrestlepalooza, fans shouldn’t underestimate how impactful his return could be. Whether he targets Punk, revisits unfinished business with Jey Uso, or steps into an entirely new rivalry, Gunther’s comeback will instantly reshape the top of the card.
