In a dramatic and physically punishing match on the June 9, 2025 episode of WWE Raw, Jey Uso was dethroned by Gunther, who reclaimed the World Heavyweight Championship in a WrestleMania 41 rematch that left fans stunned. Uso, who had held the title for just over 50 days, walked into the match still recovering from his grueling performance during the Money in the Bank weekend. Unfortunately, it was a vulnerability Gunther expertly exploited.
Gunther Reclaims His Throne
Gunther, known as “The Ring General,” showed no mercy, targeting Uso’s injured midsection early in the contest. Though Uso came out swinging—literally—landing powerful Spears and an Uso Splash, it wasn’t enough to keep the Austrian powerhouse down.
Despite Uso’s valiant efforts, including his own attempt to finish Gunther with a Sleeper Hold, the match came full circle when Gunther locked the same move back in—tight and unrelenting. Uso eventually passed out, forcing the referee to call the match. Gunther’s second reign as World Heavyweight Champion was officially underway, just 51 days after losing the title to Uso at WrestleMania 41.
The WrestleMania Connection
There was poetic irony in Gunther’s victory—he regained the title using the very move that Uso used to defeat him at WrestleMania. This twist adds another dramatic layer to what’s shaping up to be one of the most heated rivalries in WWE today.
Gunther’s original reign began at SummerSlam 2024, lasting 258 days before he dropped the title. Now, just months later, he becomes the first two-time holder of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship since the title’s reintroduction in May 2023.
Jey Uso’s Reign Comes to a Close
Jey Uso’s short but impactful time as champion saw him finally rise out of the shadow of The Bloodline and step into the spotlight as a top singles competitor. However, facing a fresh and focused Gunther proved too much this time around. Uso’s performance was gutsy and admirable, but the pain from recent matches may have ultimately sealed his fate.
What’s Next for Jey Uso?
The question now is—where does Jey Uso go from here? The WWE Universe has seen his resilience time and again, and this defeat may only fuel his desire for redemption. Could another rematch be in the cards? Or will Uso shift his focus to the King of the Ring tournament or a new rival entirely?
With stars like CM Punk, John Cena, and Sami Zayn making waves, the road ahead is anything but predictable.
Raw, June 9, 2025: Other Highlights
- CM Punk challenged John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Title at Night of Champions.
- Bayley made a surprise return and attacked Becky Lynch.
- Sami Zayn advanced in the King of the Ring Tournament.
- Roxanne Perez moved forward in the Queen of the Ring competition.
- Liv Morgan ambushed Nikki Bella, intensifying their ongoing feud.
- AJ Styles defeated Chad Gable in a hard-hitting singles match.
Stay tuned as the fallout from this explosive episode of Raw unfolds and the road to Night of Champions heats up. With rivalries intensifying and titles changing hands, it’s a wild time in the WWE Universe—and Jey Uso may just be getting started.