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Gunther, WWE's reigning World Heavyweight Champion, has unexpectedly been replaced on the official WWE Superstars banner by R-Truth, sparking widespread speculation among fans. This surprising update comes just weeks before his anticipated match against CM Punk at SummerSlam 2025.
The Austrian star recently ended Goldberg's in-ring career and is gearing up to face Punk, making his removal puzzling. The decision has led fans to wonder if WWE is hinting at Gunther possibly losing the title to Punk at SummerSlam, or if this is simply a temporary reshuffling by the company.
 Veteran wrestler Mr. Kennedy recently revealed in an interview on the Mic Check podcast that Stone Cold Steve Austin once advised him to leave WWE a year before his actual departure. Kennedy shared that Austin reached out personally, informing him that he wasn't viewed positively by several influential people backstage and suggesting he'd benefit by building his career elsewhere. Kennedy was once considered WWE's next breakout star, capturing the United States Championship and winning Money in the Bank at WrestleMania 23. However, after losing the briefcase to Edge, his trajectory stalled, and WWE released him in 2009, after which he moved on to TNA. Austin’s advice, according to Kennedy, reflected the backstage reality and helped shape his perspective about his future. |  Just weeks after his official retirement match against Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event, WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg is set to make a major appearance. This time, outside the ring. Despite announcing his retirement following the match, Goldberg will headline Big Event New York on November 15, 2025. Though he’s not returning to wrestle, fans will get the chance to see the legendary star up close at this major fan convention, marking his first public appearance since hanging up his boots. |
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A major update has emerged regarding The Rock’s WWE status ahead of SummerSlam 2025. Despite heavy speculation about a potential return, especially with the event drawing near, it appears fans may have to wait longer to see The Final Boss back in action.
According to a report from BodySlam, there is currently no internal indication within WWE that The Rock will be making a return in the near future. This significantly reduces the chances of him appearing at SummerSlam 2025, scheduled for next weekend. The Brahma Bull was last seen aligning with John Cena at Elimination Chamber earlier this year, and while rumors have circulated since, this latest development suggests a continued absence for now.
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Although The Rock has been absent from WWE programming, he remains a major figure among fans, especially with SummerSlam 2025 fast approaching. Speculation is growing about a possible return of The Final Boss, particularly after a recent podcast appearance sparked discussions about WWE reviving a previously dropped storyline involving him.
On IMPAULSIVE, Drew McIntyre spoke about The Rock and The Bloodline, hinting at an intriguing development. McIntyre stated he has no issue with The Rock and emphasized that his problem with The Bloodline stems from past wrongs, not family loyalty. This could indicate that The Rock might align with McIntyre and use him to dismantle the OG Bloodline one member at a time
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ANALYSIS CORNER
Roman Reigns is officially set to compete at SummerSlam 2025. After making his long-awaited return to WWE on RAW, The Head of the Table confronted Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, the duo responsible for sidelining him after WrestleMania 41. The confrontation turned physical, but Jey Uso came to Reigns' aid, reuniting with his cousin in a powerful moment.
WWE has now confirmed that Roman Reigns and Jey Uso will face Breakker and Reed in a tag team match at SummerSlam 2025. This sets up a high-stakes showdown as Reigns seeks redemption, and the former Bloodline allies reunite to battle Paul Heyman’s dangerous faction.
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