At the recent King and Queen of the Ring Premium Live Event, Gunther clinched victory in the prestigious King of the Ring tournament. Following this triumph, WWE Superstar Lexis King, known for his presence on NXT, took to Instagram to express his sentiments towards The Ring General. King, who made his WWE debut in October 2023 by defeating Dante Chen, had previously faced Oba Femi in an unsuccessful bid for the NXT North American Championship. In response to Gunther’s win, King boldly proclaimed on Instagram, “That belongs to ME!”
Gunther’s path to glory saw him overcome formidable opponents such as Sheamus, Kofi Kingston, and Jey Uso before ultimately defeating Randy Orton in the tournament final. The showdown between Gunther and Orton sparked controversy among fans, with WWE CCO Triple H weighing in on the contentious finish.
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In an interview, Triple H commended both wrestlers for their performance but refuted claims of controversy, acknowledging that Orton’s shoulders were not fully down on the mat during the decisive moment.
Despite the debate surrounding the match conclusion, Gunther’s victory secured him a coveted WWE world championship opportunity. Triple H had announced this title shot for the King of the Ring winner before the final, setting the stage for Gunther to potentially boost his status within the WWE hierarchy. As the wrestling world buzzes with reactions and analyses of the event, Gunther’s reign as the 2024 King of the Ring winner marks a significant milestone in his career, paving the way for future challenges and triumphs in the WWE terrain.
