As WWE plans for Jey Uso after his title loss are unfolding, rumors suggest a potential reunion with his twin brother is on the horizon, signaling a major shift following his defeat on Monday Night Raw. On June 9, Gunther captured the World Championship from Jey Uso in the main event, setting the stage for new feuds and storylines within WWE’s roster.
Jey Uso Loses the Title to Gunther on Raw
During the June 9 edition of WWE Raw, Gunther reclaimed the World Championship by defeating Jey Uso in the show’s featured match. This high-stakes encounter not only ended Jey’s reign but also sparked immediate speculation about the direction WWE would take with him moving forward. Gunther, known as The Ring General, is expected to enter a new rivalry with Goldberg ahead of the July 12 Saturday Night’s Main Event, but equally significant is the buzz surrounding Jey Uso’s future on WWE programming.
Possible Tag Team Reunion for The Usos
After stepping away from his alliance with The Bloodline, Jey Uso built a successful singles career apart from Jimmy Uso and Roman Reigns. His transition saw rapid growth in stature, culminating in a WrestleMania 41 World Championship win, followed by his recent title defense and loss. According to a report by Cory Hays through Viper Reports and Bodyslam.net, the latest direction for Jey Uso may involve teaming up once again with his brother for a renewed tag team run.
“There were rumblings that WWE was looking to pair The Usos back together sometime this year and with Jey dropping the World Heavyweight Championship it’s looking like that could be the direction. The question is how does WWE get them back together in a story on TV.”
—Cory Hays, Reporter via Viper Reports and Bodyslam.net
The Usos last appeared together for a Premium Live Event match at the 2023 Money in the Bank. Since then, their reunions have been brief, most notably for a tag team match on the March 24 episode of Raw, leaving fans eager for a more official reunion
Mixed Feelings from WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi
Jey Uso’s father, Hall of Famer Rikishi, recently commented on his son’s path in the company, expressing skepticism about the current trajectory. Ahead of the June 7 Money in the Bank tag team match, Rikishi made it clear he was not pleased with WWE creative’s handling of Jey’s storylines, particularly preferring a one-on-one scenario between Jey and Logan Paul rather than a focus on tag team action.
“Bro why? Why? I mean, Jey is a world heavyweight champion by himself. Okay. Oh, they really need to fire creative service over there now. Just book me so I can book my son’s matches out there, man. You know what I mean? Okay, you had me, but when they brought in Paul. Like I said on a past podcast, I like Logan. I thought uce, he’s got skills. He’s very entertaining. He knows how to get heat. But damn, I wouldn’t have beat him the first time they locked up together.Could’ve just waited till a cage match or some type of gimmick match or something. Paul, he’s got heat, right? He’s got heat and this will probably be his biggest spotlight in WWE. They’re both young, Jey is young, Paul is young. Now you beat Paul, now where do you go. Into a tag team bout? Like, okay. Alright.”
—Rikishi, WWE Hall of Famer
Rikishi’s comments highlight both support for Jey’s talent and frustration with WWE’s creative decisions, specifically referencing the transition from a singles to tag team direction and expressing interest in a possible high-stakes gimmick match featuring Logan Paul. He questioned the timing and type of matches being booked following Jey’s run as World Heavyweight Champion.
What the Future Holds for Jey Uso and WWE Storylines
While Gunther prepares for a prize bout with Goldberg and other storylines develop, all eyes remain on WWE’s strategy regarding Jey Uso after surrendering the World Championship. The potential tag team revival with Jimmy Uso could reshape the landscape of the tag division, especially as the duo’s last significant match together dates back to a major event in 2023. How WWE orchestrates their reunion—whether through dramatic storylines or in-ring action—remains a question fueling anticipation.
The outcome of these creative decisions could influence the company’s focus on tag teams in upcoming events, offer new challenges for existing talent like R-Truth, and shift rivalries across WWE Raw and beyond. As discussions within the wrestling community continue, fans and observers alike are waiting to see how WWE plans for Jey Uso after title loss will evolve, possibly leading to one of the most talked-about reunions of the year.
