Bret Hart’s WWE Raw Return: Rumored Role with GUNTHER

One big thing

WWE Hall of Famer Bret “The Hitman” Hart is set to appear on the season premiere of “WWE Raw” on Monday, with rumors suggesting a potential interaction with World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER.

Why it matters

Hart’s appearance comes at a crucial time for WWE, with all three of its main shows airing on USA Network this week before significant changes in broadcasting partnerships.

By the numbers

• This marks Hart’s first WWE appearance since Clash at the Castle 2022
• WWE Raw is moving to Netflix in 2025
• NXT is transitioning to The CW in October

Details

• The season premiere will take place at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, Canada – Hart’s hometown
• Triple H teased that Hart’s appearance is something fans “definitely” won’t want to miss
• PWInsider Elite reported the internal rumor about Hart’s segment being related to GUNTHER

Other key matches for Raw’s season premiere

Women’s Tag Team Championship

• Champions: Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair
• Challengers: Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre (Unholy Union)

Intercontinental Championship #1 Contender Fatal Four-Way

• Participants: Ilja Dragunov, Braun Stowman, Pete Dunne, and Jey Uso

Mixed Tag Team Street Fight

• Wyatt Sicks vs. American Made (Chad Gable, Creed Brothers, Ivy Nile)

The big question

How will Bret Hart’s rumored interaction with GUNTHER impact the World Heavyweight Championship picture?

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this potential clash of wrestling generations. Leave a comment below with your predictions for Bret Hart’s appearance on Raw!