Gunther Retains His Intercontinental Title Against Chad Gable, Becomes Longest IC Of All Time
In a captivating main event on Monday night’s episode of “Raw,” “The Ring General” GUNTHER successfully defended his Intercontinental Championship against Chad Gable, taking another step toward becoming the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion in WWE history. With this successful title defense, GUNTHER is now only days away from surpassing The Honky Tonk Man’s legendary 454-day record, currently standing at 452 days and counting.
The tension was palpable as Gable, known for his superb technical wrestling skills, entered the ring for what would become the most significant singles match of his career. The emotional stakes were even higher as his wife and children watched the unfolding drama from the front row, lending a deeply personal touch to an already momentous encounter.
The match itself was a grueling 15-minute showdown that had the audience on the edge of their seats. Chad Gable’s technical prowess was on full display as he executed Chaos Theory and an ankle lock, pushing GUNTHER to the limits. However, GUNTHER proved why he’s the reigning Intercontinental Champion, countering Gable’s offensive maneuvers with a devastating sleeper suplex. He sealed his victory with a ruthless powerbomb followed by a lariat, pinning Gable and retaining his title.
This latest win adds to GUNTHER’s impressive title reign, which commenced on June 10, 2022, when he conquered Ricochet on an episode of “SmackDown.” As the indomitable leader of Imperium, GUNTHER has staved off challenges in 15 championship matches since claiming the title. Notable defenses include a hard-fought victory over Sheamus at the Clash at the Castle event and a memorable three-way tussle against Sheamus and Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania 39. With each defense, GUNTHER has not only retained his championship but also further solidified his status as one of the most dominant Intercontinental Champions in WWE history.
As GUNTHER moves closer to making history, the WWE Universe is left in anticipation of who could possibly dethrone “The Ring General.” But for now, GUNTHER has not only defeated Chad Gable, but he also stands on the verge of eclipsing one of WWE’s most enduring records. It’s clear that this is more than just a championship reign; it’s the making of a legacy. And as he steps into the annals of WWE history, GUNTHER has firmly established that his rule as Intercontinental Champion will not be easily forgotten.