In a moment that stirred emotions across the pro wrestling community, Billy Gunn, the seasoned wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer, appeared to drop a potential career-ending hint on the recent episode of “AEW Collision”. This potentially career-altering development unfolded during a high-stakes All Elite Wrestling Trios Championship match where Gunn, aligning with The Acclaimed (Max Caster and Anthony Bowens), went up against the formidable House of Black.
The match was a quick yet intense encounter, reaching its climax when Gunn was struck with the devastating Black Mass by Malakai Black. Following this nail-biting finale, Gunn’s expression reflected deep disappointment as he took off his wrestling boots, placing them at the center of the ring. The scene was one of poignant symbolism, often hinting at a wrestler’s decision to hang up their boots for good.
Gunn, who first rode the wave of fame as a member of WWF’s Smoking Gunns alongside Bart Gunn, left a significant mark on professional wrestling. His dynamic journey took him from being a three-time WWF World Tag Team Champion to becoming a member of the iconic D-Generation X. After joining AEW in 2019 and aligning with his sons and The Acclaimed, Gunn has continued to thrill audiences worldwide.
His recent match has spurred endless speculation regarding his retirement. However, the official word on Gunn’s future is yet to come. Over the next few weeks, AEW television will hopefully shed light on this development.
Billy Gunn’s possibly implied retirement set social media platforms abuzz, with his sons Austin and Colten using Twitter to express their mixed feelings. Both sons acknowledged their father’s career, despite acknowledging certain family rifts.
Billy Gunn’s impactful career, marked by numerous championship wins and a memorable induction into the WWE Hall Of Fame, makes the recent events at AEW Collision even more significant. The tradition of leaving symbolic items in the ring, as Triple H did at WrestleMania 38, adds weight to the speculation about Gunn’s retirement. Yet, as seen with The Undertaker’s retirement bluff at WrestleMania 33, only time will reveal the truth behind this emotional moment.
Fans and fellow wrestlers alike now eagerly await an official announcement regarding Gunn’s future. Whether this is the end of an era or another swerve in an illustrious career, Billy Gunn has once again managed to capture the imagination of the wrestling world.
