Gunther Set for Major World Heavyweight Championship Match Weeks Before WrestleMania 41

WWE has announced that World Heavyweight Champion Gunther will defend his title against AJ Styles at a live event in Spain. The match takes place March 14 at the Olimpic Arena in Badalona.

Gunther responded to the announcement with a concise message on social media platform X, simply stating “Hala Madrid” – a reference to the famous Spanish soccer club Real Madrid’s slogan.

Hala Madrid https://t.co/hPr9r2ccwc

— GUNTHER (@Gunther_AUT) February 27, 2025

This championship defense comes while Gunther prepares for his WrestleMania 41 match. The Ring General enters his third consecutive WrestleMania as a champion, though his current reign could face jeopardy during this Spanish live event.

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This upcoming bout marks the first-ever singles match between Gunther and Styles, creating significant interest among fans as the company continues on The Road to WrestleMania.

Styles has not yet publicly commented on the championship opportunity against Gunther.

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