GUNTHER Successfully Defends World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Survivor Series 2024
The highly anticipated World Heavyweight Championship match between GUNTHER and Damian Priest at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 has concluded, marking another chapter in their intense rivalry.
The Road to Survivor Series
GUNTHER’s reign as World Heavyweight Champion began at SummerSlam 2024 when he defeated Damian Priest in controversial fashion. The victory was tainted by Finn Bálor’s betrayal of Priest, which allowed The Ring General to claim the gold from The Archery of Infamy.
This shocking turn of events set the stage for a rematch that would see Priest seeking redemption and reclamation of the title he felt was unjustly taken from him.
GUNTHER’s Dominant Reign
Prior to capturing the World Heavyweight Championship, GUNTHER had already established himself as one of WWE’s most formidable competitors. His record-breaking 666-day reign as Intercontinental Champion and victory in the 2024 King of the Ring tournament solidified his status as a dominant force in the company.
The Austrian powerhouse brought this same intensity to his world title reign, making him a daunting opponent for any challenger on Raw.
Despite facing internal struggles with The Judgment Day, Damian Priest earned his opportunity to challenge GUNTHER by emerging victorious in a Fatal 4-Way Match. Overcoming the likes of Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Sheamus, and Dominik Mysterio, Priest proved he was ready to reclaim what he believed was rightfully his.
The Build-Up to the Championship Clash
In the weeks leading up to Survivor Series, the rivalry between GUNTHER and Priest intensified. Promos and confrontations showcased Priest’s calm confidence, which seemed to unsettle the usually unflappable champion. This psychological warfare added an extra layer of intrigue to their impending battle.
The Match Result
Gunther would retain the title after Finn Balor screwed Priest out of ANOTHER title match, hitting the Coup de Grace on the outside.
The Champ rolled Priest back into the ring, hit him with a Powerbomb and then sent him to sleep, completely out cold, with a modified rear choke.