The WWE World Heavyweight Championship landscape is heating up as Jey Uso prepares to defend his gold against former champion GUNTHER next week on Raw. While “The Ring General” believes Uso’s scattered focus creates the perfect opportunity for recapture, ECW legend Tommy Dreamer sees a different outcome on the horizon.
Dreamer Doubts GUNTHER’s Championship Chances
Speaking on “Busted Open After Dark,” Tommy Dreamer analyzed the dynamic between champion and challenger following their tense backstage confrontation on Raw. The hardcore legend wasn’t impressed by GUNTHER’s intimidation tactics during their sit-down segment.
“We have Jey Uso sitting there with his title [on Raw]. Then here comes GUNTHER with a nice sit down, trying to always intimidate him. Of course, Jey gets his kind of final words [in]. I honestly said there’s no way that GUNTHER’s winning this title back.”
Dreamer’s conviction runs deep regarding GUNTHER’s championship prospects. The veteran believes “The Ring General” faces an uphill battle that may require a brand change to achieve success.
“I was convinced it’s one of those [times] it just ain’t happening for GUNTHER. Unless he moves on to another brand, he ain’t getting his title back.”
WrestleMania Victory Still Fresh in Uso’s Mind
The psychological warfare between these two competitors traces back to their WrestleMania 41 encounter. Uso made GUNTHER submit for the World Heavyweight Championship in a shocking upset that established “Main Event” Jey as a legitimate singles champion.
During their recent backstage meeting, Uso didn’t hesitate to remind GUNTHER of that defining moment. The champion’s confidence stems from proving he could make the seemingly unstoppable Austrian tap out on wrestling’s biggest stage.
Multiple Storylines Complicate Uso’s Championship Reign
GUNTHER’s strategy appears focused on exploiting Uso’s involvement in various WWE storylines. The champion currently juggles feuds and alliances across multiple fronts, creating potential vulnerabilities.
Uso’s partnership with Cody Rhodes will be tested at WWE Money in the Bank, where they face the formidable duo of Logan Paul and Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena. This high-stakes tag team encounter occurs just two days before Uso’s title defense against GUNTHER.
Raw Beatdown Leaves Champion Battered
The road to Money in the Bank became more treacherous for Uso following his interference in a Men’s Money in the Bank qualifying match on Raw. Seth Rollins delivered a devastating stomp to the champion in the aftermath of the contest.
The punishment didn’t end there. Bron Breakker speared Uso with authority, while Bronson Reed added insult to injury by crushing the champion with not one, but two Tsunamis. These attacks likely left Uso nursing significant bruises heading into his busy weekend.
Dreamer Stands by His Prediction
Despite the physical toll and mental distractions facing the champion, Tommy Dreamer maintains his belief in Uso’s ability to retain the World Heavyweight Championship. The ECW original sees something in “Main Event” Jey that suggests his championship reign isn’t ready to end.
GUNTHER’s overwhelming confidence might be his greatest weakness as he prepares for this rematch. With Uso proving he can rise to the occasion when doubted, will “The Ring General” discover that lightning can indeed strike twice, or will the champion once again find a way to overcome the odds and silence his critics?
