Wondering why Goldberg might defeat Gunther in what’s billed as his final WWE match? Speculation is swirling as fans brace for potential surprises at Saturday Night’s Main Event. From past rivalries to possible interference, several factors could influence the outcome.
Here’s what we know so far about Goldberg’s possible win, the role of Ilja Dragunov, and how it could reshape Gunther’s championship reign.
Why Goldberg could win against Gunther on WWE’s July 12 Main Event
At WWE’s July 12 Saturday Night’s Main Event, Goldberg is scheduled to face Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. WWE confirmed this will be Goldberg’s final match, following the storyline of revenge after Gunther disrespected him at Bad Blood in front of his family.
Goldberg’s history of short, impactful title runs sets a precedent. He previously dethroned Kevin Owens and The Fiend for major championships, often in quick, dominant matches. WWE could mirror this pattern with a win over Gunther, followed by Goldberg relinquishing the title as part of his retirement.
Gunther, known as the Ring General, has held multiple titles across NXT UK and the main roster. His last major loss came against Ilja Dragunov, who ended his historic NXT UK Championship reign. Dragunov hasn’t appeared on WWE programming since September 28, 2024, due to injury, when he lost to Gunther at a SuperShow event.
Reports indicate Dragunov may return soon, and WWE could use Saturday Night’s Main Event to reintroduce him. Dragunov interfering in the match would echo their NXT rivalry and set up a new storyline on RAW. This potential distraction could give Goldberg an opening to defeat Gunther and close his WWE career with a title win.
Gunther recently addressed Goldberg on Monday Night RAW, delivering a promo aimed at the veteran and building hype for their showdown. The Imperium leader’s long title reign and dominance may face a turning point. Ilja Dragunov could return to reignite their unresolved rivalry.
WWE has not confirmed Dragunov’s return, but multiple sources suggest it is likely. If he appears during the match, the resulting distraction could play a decisive role in the outcome. It could lead to Goldberg’s victory and set up a transition toward a Gunther vs Dragunov storyline.
