Gunther addresses detour in WWE Championship pursuit ahead of SummerSlam
Gunther was in pursuit of the Undisputed WWE Championship following WrestleMania. His path to the title seemed to hit a patch when the tension with Nick Aldis escalated into a match at SummerSlam.
When asked on Complex Graps Wrestling Podcast about whether the feud with Sami Zayn and Aldis appears to hamper his quest, Gunther explained that he believes success in WWE extends beyond constantly chasing the top title. He stated that while every wrestler eventually aspires to become the WWE and World Champion, finding fulfillment solely in the main event picture is limiting success and ambitions.
“Obviously the big title is every wrestler’s goal. That’s what we’re doing it for, championships, you wanna be the best in the world. Everybody should strive for that.”
“That being said, if you’re only satisfied once you’re in that top picture or competing for that title, then you’re not gonna be satisfied very often because there’s only two titles and there’s a lot of us guys. So you won’t be able to do it all the time.”
Gunther explained the crucial role special matches play in pro wrestling and how it impacts his resume.
“I like to do those special occasion matches if that makes sense. I think all the matches I had with Goldberg, Cena, AJ, are good examples. Even Pat McAfee.”
“Those are matches in a different light in a different situation, and I see that as a challenge because at the end of the day, you’ve gotta entertain the viewer and do good for the business and the sport of pro-wrestling.”
“I like those challenges and I like being in those special moments, and making them exciting as well.”
The former World Champion attacked Cody Rhodes in May signifying his goal to win the Undisputed WWE Title. However, despite multiple attempts he was unable to do so. At SNME, he teamed up with Zayn against Rhodes and CM Punk in a stipulated match that if his team won, he would earn another title shot. That was thwarted with Aldis’ interference which ultimately led to the grudge match for SummerSlam this weekend.
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