Following the fallout of an explosive Night of Champions event, the June 28, 2025 edition of WWE Dark Raw delivered one of the most intense and unpredictable episodes in recent memory. With the World Heavyweight Championship picture heating up, tensions reached a boiling point when WWE Hall of Famer Bill Goldberg came face-to-face with the reigning and dominant champion, Gunther. But the night’s drama didn’t stop there — Seth “Freakin’” Rollins made his presence known, throwing his name back into the championship conversation.
Goldberg Returns: Eyeing One Last Run?
The WWE Universe erupted when Goldberg’s music hit to open the show. The Hall of Famer, a legend of both the Attitude Era and Ruthless Aggression Era, walked down to the ring with purpose. After months of speculation about a possible return, Goldberg made it clear — he’s not done. He’s looking for one final run, and he has his sights set on the most dominant force in WWE today: Gunther.
“I’ve conquered giants, legends, and beasts. Gunther, you may be the king now — but kings fall,” Goldberg said, staring down the Austrian powerhouse.
Gunther Responds: No Respect Given
Gunther entered with the World Heavyweight Championship over his shoulder, his stoic presence commanding the arena. Known for his unshakable composure and brutal in-ring style, Gunther met Goldberg in the ring without hesitation.
“You are a relic of a past era,” Gunther declared coldly. “This is not your battlefield anymore. You will not make your legacy off my name.”
The two locked eyes as the crowd chanted “This is awesome!” before tensions nearly erupted into violence — but before either man could throw a punch, the lights dimmed and Seth Rollins’ music hit.
Seth Rollins Enters: The Architect’s Claim
Wearing a flamboyant suit and that signature smirk, Seth Rollins interrupted what was quickly becoming a showdown of titans. Rollins, a former World Champion and still one of WWE’s top stars, reminded everyone that he never got his rematch after losing the title.
“Let’s not get too ahead of ourselves, boys,” Rollins laughed. “Gunther, you may have the title. Goldberg, you may have the legacy. But I’m the one with the claim.”
Rollins mocked Goldberg’s age and warned Gunther that a collision with him would be far more dangerous than any blast from the past. Rollins then proposed a triple threat — Goldberg vs. Gunther vs. Rollins — for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam.
A Volatile Road to SummerSlam
Before any confirmations were made, chaos nearly ensued. Security stormed the ring as all three men stood in a tense triangle. Though no physicality occurred, the message was clear: the war for the World Heavyweight Title has just begun.
With Goldberg’s legacy, Gunther’s dominance, and Rollins’ hunger all colliding, the WWE Universe could be on the verge of witnessing one of the most high-stakes matches in recent memory. Will WWE officials sanction the dream triple threat for SummerSlam? One thing is for sure — the road to glory just got a lot more dangerous.
