Gunther has claimed the World Heavyweight Championship on WWE RAW, and his victory has put him in the center of attention, especially with the ongoing speculation about Seth Rollins’ Money in the Bank cash-in plans. With Rollins securing the 2025 Money in the Bank briefcase, anticipation is rising over when and how he might use this contract against the reigning champion.
During the June 7 event, Seth Rollins triumphed in a thrilling six-man ladder match against Solo Sikoa, Penta, LA Knight, El Grande Americano, and Andrade. This win awarded Rollins his second Money in the Bank briefcase, positioning him as a major threat to any WWE championship holder over the coming year.
Gunther Begins Second Reign and Responds to Rollins
On the RAW episode following Money in the Bank, Gunther secured a hard-fought victory over Jey Uso to win the World Heavyweight Championship. Now, as a two-time holder of the title, Gunther addressed the challenge from Seth Rollins and the potential cash-in. Speaking on the RAW Recap podcast, Gunther insisted that he remains confident and unafraid of “The Visionary,” regardless of Rollins’ intentions with the briefcase.
During his comments, Gunther noted Rollins’ previous absence during his last tenure as champion and speculated about the impact of Seth Rollins’ new alliance, which includes Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, and Paul Heyman. He questioned whether this new circle of companions might give Rollins a psychological edge as the briefcase holder.
“Seth Rollins has got the Money in the Bank briefcase. Good for him. When I was champion the last time, he was nowhere to be seen. So, let’s see if he feels a little bit more confident now as the briefcase holder with his set of new friends [Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, & Bronson Reed]—maybe he feels a little bit more confident now. And just in general, [for] everybody else, I am not intimidated by anyone, I am not afraid of anyone, I am not afraid or intimidated by any high-pressure situation,” he said. [From 10:31 to 10:56] —The Ring General, WWE Superstar
Rollins Challenges Cena and Punk with MITB Briefcase
The suspense escalated on the latest RAW when John Cena and CM Punk met face-to-face, resulting in Cena announcing that he would defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against “The Second City Saint” at the Night of Champions Premium Live Event in Riyadh on June 28. Their heated promo was interrupted by Seth Rollins and his stable, making a direct statement to both Punk and Cena about the looming threat his Money in the Bank briefcase poses.
With “The Architect” reminding the wrestling world of his ability to strike at any moment, both titleholders and challengers now have to be wary of an unexpected cash-in. Fans and WWE Superstars alike are left in suspense, unsure of when Rollins will choose to capitalize on his contract to once again become world champion.
The developments on RAW have heightened the intrigue surrounding the championship landscape. With Gunther’s confidence as World Heavyweight Champion and Seth Rollins’ unpredictable Money in the Bank status, the coming weeks promise further drama. As the rivalries build toward the Night of Champions in Riyadh, every champion must stay alert for Rollins’ next move.
