During WWE RAW, Gunther’s microphone was abruptly cut off while delivering a provocative speech about the John Cena final WWE match, leaving fans and wrestlers stunned. The sequence unfolded live, as Gunther—previously John Cena’s last opponent—seemed surprised by the production decision.
Gunther’s Dominance and Provocative Role in WWE
Gunther has experienced a dominant year in WWE, beginning 2025 by reclaiming the World Champion title. Known in the industry as “The Ring General,” he secured his second reign as World Champion and gained major attention by defeating Goldberg in Goldberg’s high-profile retirement match. The tension escalated further when Gunther achieved victory over John Cena in Cena’s anticipated final WWE match, making the decorated superstar tap out in a decisive moment. Since that historic win, Gunther has leaned into his controversial role, targeting Cena in various segments and drawing intense reactions from WWE fans.
Raw Confrontation Leads to Unexpected Mic Cut
Tensions continued to rise on WWE RAW when R-Truth, another notable WWE talent and former Intercontinental Champion, confronted Gunther regarding his history of disrespectful actions, particularly his ongoing jabs at Cena. The challenge escalated to a match, and after Gunther made his way to the ring and the show cut to a commercial break, he seized the microphone to target Cena once again in a live promo. As Gunther took extended time during his speech, WWE’s production crew made the rare decision to cut the microphone feed upon returning from the break, leaving Gunther visibly taken aback by the abrupt move.
The Miz Acknowledges Gunther’s Impact in WWE
Gunther’s presence and influence have not gone unnoticed by colleagues within the Stamford-based WWE promotion. Speaking in an interview with Adrian Hernandez for the show “UNLIKELY,” The Miz—himself a major WWE figure—highlighted why so many performers want to work with the Ring General, despite his villainous reputation.
“Every good guy wants to work a guy like him because he has such immense heat and such great ability. He hits hard. He’s a type of person that can make every bad guy turn into a good guy. Hence me. When I fought him, it was bad guy versus bad guy. And guess what? He turned me into the good guy, which doesn’t happen very often. And it takes a very special talent to do that, and he was able to do that,”
The Miz said.—The Miz, WWE Superstar
What Might Come Next for Gunther in WWE?
With Gunther establishing himself as a feared and divisive presence in the ring, fans and industry insiders alike are left speculating about his next steps. His history with Goldberg, his memorable win over John Cena in Cena’s final appearance, and his continued rivalry with superstars like R-Truth and The Miz suggest that Gunther’s story is far from over. As WWE continues to emphasize his role as one of their most prominent heels, the impact of his actions—especially following the mic-cut incident on RAW—is expected to shape upcoming storylines and possibly introduce new rivalries in the high-stakes world of professional wrestling.
Nahhh Gunther is a demon😭😭😭#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/hoQRhtLekM
— Wrestle Movement (@wrestlemovement) December 30, 2025
