The WWE has revealed that AJ Styles will face Gunther for the first time on Raw next week, with the highly anticipated bout taking place in Germany. The AJ Styles vs Gunther match is set to unfold at the PSD Bank Dome in Dusseldorf, promising a high-stakes encounter for wrestling fans.
Gunther’s Boasts and Cena Connection Fuel Rivalry
For weeks, Gunther has continued to taunt the WWE Universe about his recent win over John Cena, even debuting a shirt highlighting Cena’s submission defeat. During the latest Raw broadcast, Gunther once again celebrated his victory and was preparing to repeat his brash comments in the ring.
However, AJ Styles—who is known for his fierce competition with John Cena—interrupted Gunther’s moment. Styles, clearly angered by Gunther’s ongoing provocations, entered the ring after Gunther challenged him and delivered a hard slap to the Ring General. Even as Gunther confronted Styles face-to-face, he chose not to retaliate, drawing accusations of cowardice from Styles, who then exited the ring.
Backstage Confrontation Sets Match in Motion
Gunther, visibly agitated after the altercation, sought out WWE Raw’s general manager Adam Pearce backstage. He urged Pearce to grant him a match with Styles on the next episode. Styles soon appeared and criticized Gunther for bringing his issue to the boss rather than dealing with it directly, echoing the same insult Gunther had used earlier. Gunther insisted on getting the match, and Adam Pearce made the showdown official.
Anticipation Builds for WWE Raw on Netflix
Next week’s WWE Raw will be broadcast live from the PSD Bank Dome in Dusseldorf, with the event starting at 2 p.m. EST/11 a.m. PST on Netflix. Fans are looking forward to the clash between AJ Styles and Gunther, especially with tensions running high after weeks of escalating insults and confrontations. With both competitors eager to prove themselves, this match is set to have major implications for future rivalries within WWE.
So much for respect 😒@Gunther_AUT pic.twitter.com/jMxyoYTXEc
— WWE (@WWE) January 6, 2026
THEY DON'T WANT NONE 🙌@AJStylesOrg has heard ENOUGH from Gunther! pic.twitter.com/Fteu37rr9i
— WWE (@WWE) January 6, 2026
Things are FAR from over between @AJStylesOrg and @Gunther_AUT 👀 pic.twitter.com/Ifba7WmV0f
— WWE (@WWE) January 6, 2026
IT'S OFFICIAL 🙌@AJStylesOrg and @Gunther_AUT will go 1-on-1 NEXT WEEK! pic.twitter.com/4Ma9DJRPiN
— WWE (@WWE) January 6, 2026
