Gunther, a former World Champion in WWE, has not been seen on television since March 2, 2026. He secured a victory over Dragon Lee during that episode of Raw. His status for WrestleMania 42, scheduled in Las Vegas, is currently uncertain, primarily due to the injury of WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio.
Current Status and Future Plans for Gunther
According to sources from WrestleVotes Radio and FightfulSelect.com, WWE officials still anticipate Gunther playing a significant role in the upcoming WrestleMania. However, this involvement hinges on whether Rey Mysterio can obtain medical clearance to compete.
Disruptions to WrestleMania Plans
Initially, Gunther was expected to engage in a feud with Dragon Lee, culminating in a bout against Mysterio. This storyline, however, was hampered by an unfortunate rib injury sustained by Mysterio prior to the Royal Rumble. Since that time, Mysterio has not participated in any matches, further complicating Gunther’s WrestleMania appearance.
Recent Performances and Absences
- Gunther’s last prominent match was against AJ Styles at the 2026 Royal Rumble.
- After defeating Dragon Lee on March 2, he has not been featured on WWE programming.
- He notably missed the March 16 raw episode.
The former World Heavyweight Champion has delivered impressive performances at the last three WrestleManias. At the previous edition, he lost the World Heavyweight Championship to Jey Uso. Two years prior, he fell to Sami Zayn, losing the Men’s Intercontinental Championship.
As WWE approaches WrestleMania 42, the fate of Gunther’s participation hangs in the balance, depending largely on the recovery and clearance of Rey Mysterio.
