Since joining WWE’s main roster in April 2022, Gunther has solidified his status as a dominant competitor, transitioning from record-breaking Intercontinental Champion to World Heavyweight Champion. At Survivor Series, he faces Damian Priest, the man he defeated at SummerSlam to claim the title.
On a recent episode of Raw, Priest taunted Gunther, suggesting the champion has lost his edge since their last encounter. He referenced Gunther’s loss to Cody Rhodes at Crown Jewel to back up his claim. Gunther walked away from the confrontation, and like a true champion, left Ludwig Kaiser to handle Priest.
Gunther now dismisses Priest’s claims, and implies the Judgment Day star can't lace his boots when he's at his best.
I don’t know if he can relate because he loses a little bit more than I do. I never really lose. When I lose, sometimes it can be a struggle. It happens to the best, obviously. That’s my struggle and I have to figure it out. If he wants to use that against me, I don’t blame him. If I’m at my best, he can’t lace my boots."
- Gunther on Damian Priest
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames takes place Saturday, November 30, 2024 from Vancouver, BC, Canada Rogers Arena.
Listen to Gunther's appearance on the Johnjay & Rich Show:
