When will Gunther become the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion?

GUNTHER has shattered the existing record and emerged as the supreme Intercontinental Champion of the modern era. He has impressively held the prestigious title for a remarkable 356 consecutive days since his triumph over Ricochet on June 10, 2022, on WWE SmackDown.

Chasing The Honky Tonk Man’s Record

GUNTHER is now within striking distance of surpassing The Honky Tonk Man’s historic milestone of the longest Intercontinental Championship reign. The esteemed WWE Hall of Famer held the title for an astonishing 454 days. To achieve this feat, GUNTHER must retain the championship until September 7, 2023.

Legendary Champions

Apart from The Honky Tonk Man, only three other wrestlers have held the Intercontinental Champions hip for over a year. These legendary figures include Pedro Morales, Don Muraco, and Randy Savage. The “Macho Man” held the title for an extraordinary 414 days, while Morales’ reign lasted for an impressive 424 days. GUNTHER is just four weeks away from surpassing Muraco’s record of 384 days.

GUNTHER’s Dominance and Triumph

Successful Title Defense

GUNTHER displayed his dominance by successfully defending his title against Mustafa Ali at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia. Ali earned the opportunity by winning a battle royal and challenged the indomitable Ring General on the May 15, 2023, episode of WWE RAW.

Basking in Triumph

Following his monumental victory, GUNTHER made a captivating appearance on a special episode of The Bump. He emphasized his indifference to the crowd’s support, focusing solely on elevating the significance of the title by winning the contest.

GUNTHER’s Potential Main Event Push

Ascension to Greater Heights

Reports suggest that GUNTHER Intercontinental Champion is poised to ascend to even greater heights within WWE. Since his arrival in the organization, he has dominated his adversaries, experiencing defeat only at the hands of select formidable opponents like Ilja Dragunov and Bron Breakker. This has fueled speculation of a potential main event push.

Headlining WrestleMania?

Rumors circulate that GUNTHER is being seriously considered to headline WrestleMania next year, facing off against the formidable Cody Rhodes. Both competitors have expressed their desire to compete against each other, and their paths seem destined to intertwine. In their last encounter, Rhodes emerged victorious, adding intrigue to their rivalry.

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