Top 3 superstars that can defeat Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship

Gunther has been surpassing records and inscribing his name in the pages of history with his unprecedented Intercontinental Championship reign.

Top 3 superstars that can defeat Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship

Gunther (via WWE)

The Intercontinental Championship has been one of the most prestigious championships in WWE. Ever since winning the title, Gunther has reinstated the prestige of the title and brought back its lost glory. The Ring General has been the longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion in the history of WWE since 1988. He has been carving his path and surpassing legacies throughout his incredible reign.

Gunther won the Intercontinental Championship on June 10, 2022, on SmackDown. Ever since then, he has been indomitable, surmounting everyone that has come his way. Known for his unfathomable power, The Ring General has delivered some of the top-grade matches on the roster. Many prominent superstars stepped up in an attempt to dethrone him, only to end up crumbling at the hands of the Imperium’s Chief.

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With his championship reign surpassing 300 days, the fans are left with a question about who could dethrone The Ring General from the pedestal. Hence, without further ado, Let’s take a look at the top three superstars that could possibly end Gunther’s unprecedented Intercontinental Championship reign.

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1. Ilja Dragunov

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History has proven that there’s always a David for every Goliath. Ilja Dragunov is one such invincible thaumaturge who ended Gunther’s historic NXT UK title reign of 870 days. The Russian superstar did the unthinkable and brought the majestic empire of Gunther, f.k.a Walter down during the NXT UK days. Therefore, it appears that Ilja Dragunov is one of the superstars who could possibly put an end to Gunther’s indomitable title reign.

Ever since winning the Intercontinental Title, the Ring General has faced some of the most prominent superstars on the roster. However, he is yet to face his darkest nightmare in the form of Dragunov. Ilja Dragunov is one such superstar whose name brings a chill down the spine to the current Intercontinental Champion. Therefore, WWE could bring the 29-year-old to the main roster and possibly involve him in a high-caliber feud with his former rival.

The Unbesiegbar could once again repeat history and pull off the unthinkable. Moreover, the fans would love to see the old rivalry between the two greatest superstars revived. Gunther vs Dragunov is one of the feuds that could possibly take place at WrestleMania 40. Ilja Dragunov could once again prove to be Gunther’s worst nightmare if he ever faces The Ring General.

2. Solo Sikoa

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Solo Sikoa (via WWE)

Solo Sikoa is one of the most prominent superstars on the main roster. Ever since his debut, the 30-year-old has been a part of The Bloodline. Regardless of any title on the main roster, he has dominated the landscape. However, Solo Sikoa’s ascension to the main event scene is forthcoming. WWE has been building the Enforcer of The Bloodline as a force to be reckoned with.

Therefore, Solo Sikoa could be the man to take down Gunther and end his unparalleled Intercontinental Championship reign. Known for his sheer strength, Sikoa could deliver one of the hard-hitting matches with Gunther. However, the Ring General, despite being a humongous force, has astounded the fans with his agility in the ring.

As a result, the fans believe the two superstars could put on a great show if they clashed in the ring. Moreover, Solo Sikoa winning the prestigious title would accentuate his individual run on the main roster. Without a shadow of any doubt, he would ascent to the pinnacle of the mountain in the coming time.

3. Pete Dunne

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Pete Dunne a.k.a. Butch (via WWE)

During the NXT UK days, Pete Dunne was one of the most noteworthy names on the roster. The English superstar has been the second-longest NXT UK Champion in the history of the title. However, Gunther is the one who eventually ended his monumental title reign. The Ring General later went on to become the longest-reigning NXT UK Champion. Therefore, with the two superstars having long histories, The Bruiserweight looks to be a perfect pick to defenestrate Gunther.

Pete Dunne, who debuted as Butch on the main roster, hasn’t done much since then. The 29-year-old seems to have lost his momentum somewhere in the mid-card division. Therefore, it looks like WWE finally has a chance to reinstate his NXT UK gimmick and prepare him for a major push ahead. Without a doubt, Pete Dunne, a.k.a. Butch, is one of the phenomenal superstars who attracted eyeballs back during the NXT UK days.

However, Gunther is the one who knocked the former NXT UK Champion down from his pedestal. Therefore, it would only make sense if Pete Dunne dethrones the Ring General and brings an ultimate end to his unfathomable title reign. Moreover, he would finally exact his vengeance on his old rival and put a full stop to the unfinished chapter.

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