10 New Directions For WWE After King And Queen Of The Ring 2024

3. ‘King General’ GUNTHER

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There's no way WWE books GUNTHER vs. Damian Priest at SummerSlam, and everyone knows it. Look around you. Not only do you know it, but your partner knows it, your kids know it, and even the family dog knows it. That's a no-goer in terms of a top title bout for one of the biggest PLEs of the year as things stand.

One of Triple H's big announcements over the weekend revealed what he has in mind for his new King Of The Ring instead of that unwanted match. It involves a certain Scotsman who will be discussed in a future entry. During the build to that, GUNTHER can continue to hone his 'King General' (top wordplay from Michael Cole) character on TV.

Fingers crossed he keeps things strait laced. Going the goofy/comedic route would be a huge mistake, and it'd probably sink GUNTHER's prospects before he ever reaches SummerSlam. Do not be surprised if he carries that crown rather than plonking it on his head as well.

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