Gunther recaptured the World Heavyweight Championship on this week’s RAW, reigniting debate about his next challenger at SummerSlam 2025. Speculation now centers on whether fans will witness Gunther vs Goldberg or Sami Zayn at SummerSlam 2025, following new predictions from wrestling analyst Sam Roberts.
Gunther’s Path Back to the World Heavyweight Title
The WWE Superstar began this high-profile journey after he tapped out to Jey Uso at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, losing his title in the process. Gunther rebounded by defeating Pat McAfee at the Backlash Premium Live Event, then set his sights on Jey Uso once again. On the June 9 episode of RAW, Gunther ended Uso’s 51-day reign, officially becoming a two-time World Heavyweight Champion and affirming his dominance within WWE’s competitive ranks.
Sami Zayn’s Quest for the Crown
As discussions around potential challengers surfaced, Sam Roberts put forward the scenario of Sami Zayn facing Gunther at SummerSlam 2025. This showdown hinges on Zayn emerging victorious in the ongoing King of the Ring (KOTR) Tournament. Zayn, also known as The Great Liberator and a former Intercontinental Champion, has already demonstrated his prowess by qualifying for the KOTR semi-finals. His latest success saw him outlast Bron Breakker, Dominik Mysterio, and Penta in a Fatal Four-Way Match during RAW, placing him within striking distance of the tournament final—and possibly a title opportunity.
“Sami Zayn has already qualified for King of the Ring. If Sami Zayn wins King of the Ring, you could go to SummerSlam now with Sami vs. Gunther. I think that’s going to be the one that you’re looking at,”
Roberts said. —Sam Roberts, Analyst
Potential Return of Goldberg Sets the Stage for a Legendary Clash
Meanwhile, rumors are swirling about the imminent return of Goldberg, the Hall of Famer and a legendary force in WWE history. He is reportedly poised to make a comeback on next week’s Monday Night RAW, with expectations high that he will challenge The Ring General for the World Heavyweight Championship.
Sam Roberts weighed in on the possible Goldberg versus Gunther matchup, suggesting that this contest could showcase Gunther’s formidable standing by having him overpower a celebrated veteran. Roberts referenced Goldberg’s prior decisive victories over the likes of Brock Lesnar and Bray Wyatt, emphasizing the magnitude of such a clash.
“Goldberg beat [Brock] Lesnar. Goldberg beat Bray [Wyatt]. Goldberg, he beats people. Now, if you want to stay true to the Gunther character, that would be the thinking going in like [sic] I would love that if we went in going, ‘Oh man, they ended Jey’s title reign just to put the title on Gunther so that Goldberg could beat him,’ and then Gunther just destroys Goldberg,”
he said. —Sam Roberts, Analyst
What SummerSlam 2025 Could Deliver for WWE Fans
With the King of the Ring Tournament underway and Goldberg’s return on the horizon, all eyes are on WWE to see which showdown it will choose for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam 2025. Whether it’s a clash between Gunther and a rising star like Sami Zayn or a battle of eras featuring Goldberg, the event is set to shape the championship picture and WWE storytelling for the year ahead. The anticipation for Gunther vs Goldberg or Sami Zayn at SummerSlam 2025 highlights WWE’s ability to merge established legends with current talent, ensuring the stakes remain high as new contenders emerge and veteran icons step back into the spotlight.
