Billy Gunn, a former WWE star and current AEW wrestler, believes Vince McMahon could decide to buy back WWE if he chooses to. Since McMahon stepped away from the company, speculation has grown among fans about his potential comeback, though figures like Eric Bischoff have dismissed such ideas. Gunn, however, expressed confidence in McMahon’s ability to regain control if he wants to.
Billy Gunn Explains Why Vince McMahon Could Reclaim WWE
In a recent interview with Jackpot City Casino, Gunn detailed his views on McMahon’s possible re-entry into WWE ownership. He noted McMahon’s historic success in building WWE from the ground up into a global sensation and emphasized his relentless nature when it comes to wrestling business opportunities.
Gunn said,
“It’s Vince. Like, that should answer itself. He will find a way. Let’s look at his history, right? He started a phenomenon, a global phenomenon, off of nothing. He turned it into a gigantic whatever we want to call it. And to figure out how to get back in there? No, it’s not surprising. It’s Vince everybody.”
An unstoppable force? He is, because he knows his business. There’s nobody that knows the business as good as he. Yeah, he’s lost back in the day once in a while, but he still knows what he’s doing, and if he wants it back, he’ll figure out a way to get it back.
– Billy Gunn, AEW Star
Comparing Vince McMahon’s Leadership to AEW’s Tony Khan
Gunn contrasted McMahon’s management style with that of AEW President Tony Khan, highlighting the differences in flexibility and approach to talent input. He described Vince as “super intense and very intimidating,” emphasizing the strict command McMahon holds over decisions within WWE.
Vince is super intense and very intimidating. When Vince talks, you do exactly what he says. There is no negotiating; you might briefly consider a “what if,” but quickly concede, ‘Never mind, I’ll do it the way you want.’
– Billy Gunn, AEW Star
Flexibility is the key difference between AEW and WWE. Tony Khan is more apt to listen to talent. While he has a vision, he isn’t rigidly fixated on it. In contrast, Vince McMahon is fixated on the direction, leaving very little flexibility. It’s like moving steel compared to moving rubber. Tony is very flexible, allowing guys who know what they’re doing to structure the approach to achieve his desired outcome. With Vince, if you think a different approach might work better, your way doesn’t matter. Vince knows the way to get there, and while he is right nine times out of ten, you would like to have some creative play in the process. Tony allows that, and Vince did not.
– Billy Gunn, AEW Star
AEW Championship Match Set for Wrestle Queendom VIII
Separately, in AEW news, Willow Nightingale will defend her AEW TBS Championship against Nina Samuels at the upcoming EVE Wrestle Queendom VIII event. Originally scheduled as a non-title bout, the match was upgraded to a championship contest. Wrestle Queendom VIII is slated for Sunday, March 8.
Other matches announced for the event include the Sudden Death 16, EVE Tag Team Title matches featuring LALLIE (Hollie Barlow & Lana Austin), and NJPW STRONG Women’s Title clash between Syuri and Alex Windsor. The full card features both title defenses and high-profile wrestling contests, signaling a significant show for the promotion.
Significance of McMahon’s Potential Buyback and Industry Impact
Billy Gunn’s prediction about Vince McMahon regaining WWE ownership underscores the enduring influence McMahon holds in professional wrestling. Should McMahon return, it could signal a shift in WWE’s strategic direction and leadership style, contrasting with Tony Khan’s more flexible approach at AEW. McMahon’s potential return would also impact ongoing rivalries and the broader wrestling industry landscape.
The possibility of Vince McMahon buying WWE back remains uncertain, but his history of business resilience makes it a scenario many insiders continue to watch closely. Meanwhile, AEW’s expanding roster and evolving storylines indicate ongoing competition between the two major wrestling companies, with leadership philosophies playing a key role in shaping their futures.
