In one of the most shocking moments in recent WWE history, the legendary Goldberg returned to Friday Night SmackDown and laid waste to the seemingly unstoppable World Heavyweight Champion, Gunther. The July 5th episode ended in absolute chaos as the Hall of Famer demolished the champion in front of a stunned WWE Universe, sending a powerful message to the entire locker room: the king is back, and he’s not here to play games.
For months, Gunther has ruled the SmackDown brand with an iron grip. His dominant reign as World Heavyweight Champion has been marked by brutal matches, methodical beatdowns, and an unmatched level of discipline inside the ring. He’s taken down top-tier talent including Drew McIntyre, Seth Rollins, and Sheamus. Many fans and analysts believed that there was no one left who could challenge “The Ring General.”
But all of that changed in an instant.
The main event of SmackDown featured Gunther successfully defending his title against LA Knight in a grueling contest. Just as Gunther stood tall, raising his championship in victory, the lights dimmed, and the familiar roar of Goldberg’s entrance hit. The arena erupted as the former WCW and WWE Champion stormed to the ring with his signature intensity.
Without a moment’s hesitation, Goldberg speared Gunther with ferocity, cutting the champion in half. The crowd erupted as the legend ripped off his gloves and continued the assault, delivering a thunderous Jackhammer that left Gunther motionless in the center of the ring. WWE officials and referees rushed down to intervene, but the damage had already been done.
The show closed with Goldberg standing tall, his arms raised, while Gunther lay flat on the mat—an image few thought they’d ever witness. Chants of “Goldberg! Goldberg!” echoed through the arena, signaling that the WWE Universe is ready to embrace the return of the destructive powerhouse.
Backstage sources indicate that this was not a one-off appearance. Rumors are swirling that Goldberg is targeting one last run, with his sights set on becoming World Heavyweight Champion once more. At 57, Goldberg looks to be in phenomenal shape and clearly hasn’t lost a step when it comes to intensity and impact.
The attack raises several questions. Will Gunther seek revenge and defend his title in a match against the Hall of Famer? Is WWE setting the stage for a colossal showdown at SummerSlam? And can Goldberg truly dethrone one of the most dominant champions of the modern era?
Whether you love him or hate him, one thing is certain: Goldberg’s return has shaken SmackDown to its core. The World Heavyweight Championship landscape has changed overnight, and the WWE Universe will be watching closely to see what happens next.
