Gunther has built a dangerous reputation in WWE. Over the past year, he has earned the nickname “Career Killer” after ending the in-ring runs of some of the biggest names in wrestling. Now, as WrestleMania 42 gets closer, fans are wondering who could be next on his list.
One name that has come up strongly is Brock Lesnar. And interestingly, Gunther does not seem against the idea at all.
Gunther’s “Career Killer” Reputation
Gunther has made it clear that he has no problem stepping into the ring with legends. Earlier this year, he was labelled the “Career Killer” after being involved in the final WWE matches of:
- Goldberg
- John Cena
- AJ Styles
That is a serious list of Hall of Fame-level superstars. Ending the careers of such big names has only added to Gunther’s aura as one of the most dominant competitors in WWE today.
However, his road to WrestleMania 42 hit a small obstacle. On Raw, interference from Dragon Lee cost him a chance to qualify for the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match. This may have affected his title hopes, but it does not mean he will miss out on a major WrestleMania moment.
Gunther Teases Retiring Brock Lesnar
During a recent interview, Gunther was asked about possibly retiring Brock Lesnar.
His response? He did not deny it.
Gunther hinted that there are many wrestlers who “overstay their welcome” while chasing one last big moment. While he did not directly say Lesnar fits that description, the message was clear. He believes there are legends still hanging around who could be “put down” at the right time.
He even joked about retiring commentator Michael Cole, calling him annoying in a playful way. But when it comes to fellow wrestlers, Gunther sounded very serious.
Why Gunther vs Brock Lesnar Makes Sense
A match between Gunther and Brock Lesnar has been discussed before. It was reportedly planned for a previous WrestleMania but never happened.
Now, with WrestleMania 42 approaching, the timing could be perfect.
Here’s why the match would be huge:
- Both are powerful, hard-hitting competitors
- Both have dominant reputations
- Both rarely back down from a challenge
- Fans have been asking for this dream match
Gunther represents the present and future of WWE. Lesnar represents dominance from the past two decades. If they collide, it would feel like a passing of the torch moment.
When Should the Match Happen?
While WrestleMania 42 would be the biggest stage possible, some fans believe the match could also happen at SummerSlam later this year.
SummerSlam in Minneapolis, Brock Lesnar’s billed hometown, would add another emotional layer to the match. If that turns out to be Lesnar’s final run, ending it in his hometown would be a dramatic storyline.
There is also interest from fans in seeing Lesnar face Oba Femi after their Royal Rumble confrontation. If WWE chooses that direction for WrestleMania, Gunther vs Lesnar could be saved for a later event.
Is Brock Lesnar’s Career Nearing the End?
Brock Lesnar has already achieved almost everything possible in WWE. Multiple world titles, main events, and huge victories are part of his legacy.
At this stage, every match feels important. If Gunther were to retire Lesnar, it would instantly become one of the biggest moments of his career.
For Gunther, defeating Lesnar would cement his status as the true “Career Killer.” For Lesnar, it could be a powerful way to end an iconic run.
