Jey Uso delivered one of the most shocking moments in WWE history by emerging as the last man standing in the 2025 Royal Rumble. In a dramatic finale, Uso overcame John Cena to cement his place at WrestleMania 41, where he will now challenge for championship glory.
Monday Night Raw Confirms WrestleMania 41 Opponent
During the February 10, 2025, edition of Monday Night Raw, Jey Uso officially revealed his WrestleMania 41 opponent. Given the choice between Cody Rhodes and Gunther, Uso opted to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. The high-stakes showdown is set for April 19 and 20 at WrestleMania 41.
A Royal Rumble to Remember
The 2025 Royal Rumble was a blockbuster event filled with shocking returns, fierce rivalries, and surprise eliminations. Jey Uso’s victory was the highlight of the night, marking a major turning point in his WWE career and setting up an intense road to WrestleMania.
Gunther’s Attack Fuels Uso’s Decision
Prior to his announcement, Jey Uso faced Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event for the World Heavyweight Championship. However, during Monday Night Raw, Gunther ambushed Uso, leaving him battered in the ring.
Despite being left wounded, Uso boldly declared, “Maybe I should not say this. Maybe I should not say this. Me and you at WrestleMania.” This statement confirmed that the two superstars will collide at WWE’s biggest event of the year.
Fans Expected Cody Rhodes, But Uso Chooses Revenge
Leading up to his decision, speculation was rampant that Jey Uso would challenge Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship. However, Gunther’s unexpected attack changed Uso’s mindset, pushing him to seek revenge and target the World Heavyweight Championship instead.
Elimination Chamber Will Decide Rhodes’ Challenger
With Jey Uso now set to challenge Gunther, the focus shifts to Cody Rhodes' WrestleMania opponent. The winner of the Men's Elimination Chamber match on March 1 will earn the right to face Rhodes for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41.
Can Jey Uso Make History at WrestleMania 41?
Throughout his career, Jey Uso has captured the Tag Team Championship and the Intercontinental Championship, proving his dominance in WWE. Now, after his historic Royal Rumble victory, the question remains: Can Jey Uso finally claim the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41 and solidify his legacy?
As history shows, in the past 25 years, 13 Royal Rumble winners have successfully captured their chosen championship at WrestleMania, while nine fell short, and two ended up not competing directly for a title. Will Jey Uso join the list of champions, or will Gunther crush his dream?
The road to WrestleMania 41 is heating up, and the WWE Universe eagerly awaits this colossal showdown between Jey Uso and Gunther.