On the latest Monday Night RAW, AJ Styles made a dramatic entrance by interrupting Gunther, who once again directed disrespect toward John Cena. The ongoing tension follows Gunther’s victory over Cena at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, 2025, which marked Cena’s final match, making John Cena vs Gunther the talk of the WWE universe.
Gunther’s Actions Spark Locker Room Reactions
Since forcing Cena to tap out, Gunther, known as The Ring General, has been vocal in his disregard for the 17-time world champion. Wrestling figures such as Rey Mysterio and CM Punk have publicly objected to Gunther’s remarks about one of WWE’s greatest legends. Ahead of this week’s promo, WWE authority Adam Pearce warned Gunther against continuing his campaign of disrespect, reminding him that the locker room was watching. Despite this caution, Gunther persisted and verbally targeted the “Chain Gang Soldier” in front of the audience.
AJ Styles Returns to the Spotlight
Amidst Gunther’s latest tirade, AJ Styles entered the scene, cutting off The Ring General. Styles, often called “The Phenomenal One,” is widely recognized as a legend in his own right and is reportedly approaching retirement within the year. His timely interruption suggests growing friction between himself and Gunther, hinting at a possible showdown that could be shaped by Triple H’s creative direction.
Speculation on AJ Styles’ Possible Farewell Feud
WWE insiders and fans are speculating that Styles may be positioned as Gunther’s next major opponent. There is talk backstage that the company could be building toward a high-profile storyline, potentially leading to Gunther retiring AJ Styles in 2026. Given his celebrated career, such a match would hold significant weight for both men and their legacies.
Uncertain Future for the WWE Legend
With Gunther having already dispatched a historic champion like Cena, questions now focus on whether AJ Styles could suffer a similar fate. For now, fans are left to wait for further developments as WWE’s Stamford-based promotion prepares the next chapter for these wrestling icons, keeping focus firmly on what lies ahead for Styles and Gunther both inside and outside The Ring.
THEY DON'T WANT NONE 🙌@AJStylesOrg has heard ENOUGH from Gunther! pic.twitter.com/Fteu37rr9i
— WWE (@WWE) January 6, 2026
