Triple H Suspends Gunther Following Shocking Attack on Pat McAfee During WWE RAW
In a stunning turn of events, WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H has reportedly suspended Gunther indefinitely following a violent altercation on the April 21, 2025, episode of Monday Night RAW. The incident, which saw the former World Heavyweight Champion choke out popular commentator Pat McAfee, has sent shockwaves through the WWE Universe and sparked intense debate among fans and analysts alike.
The chaos unfolded during the highly anticipated RAW After WrestleMania 41, broadcast live from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gunther, still reeling from his World Heavyweight Championship loss to Jey Uso at WrestleMania 41, stormed the commentary desk in a fit of rage. Visibly frustrated by the crowd’s chants of “You tapped out!” and the commentary team’s remarks, Gunther targeted veteran announcer Michael Cole, shoving him and attempting to lock him in a chokehold. When McAfee, a former NFL punter and beloved WWE color commentator, intervened to protect his colleague, Gunther turned his wrath on him. In a chilling moment, the “Ring General” applied a sleeper hold, choking McAfee until he lost consciousness, leaving the audience in stunned silence.
The attack prompted immediate action from RAW General Manager Adam Pearce, who labeled Gunther’s actions “reprehensible and disgusting” in a video statement released on April 25, 2025. Pearce announced that Gunther had been fined an undisclosed amount and suspended indefinitely for assaulting the announce team. However, reports surfaced that Triple H, a key figure in WWE’s creative and executive leadership, personally endorsed the suspension, emphasizing the company’s commitment to protecting its personnel.
McAfee, known for his fiery personality and prior in-ring experience, addressed the incident on The Pat McAfee Show the following day. “Thank you for all the positive prayers and vibes for this here neck,” he said, confirming he had been evaluated at a Las Vegas medical facility and cleared of serious injury. McAfee, who lost consciousness during the attack, expressed defiance, vowing not to be intimidated. “If you think choking me out is going to end me, you’re wrong,” he declared, hinting at a potential in-ring showdown with Gunther.
The suspension has fueled speculation about Gunther’s future in WWE. Some sources suggest the storyline suspension may serve as a cover for the Austrian star to take approved personal time off, as reported by wrestling journalist Cory Hayes. Regardless, the incident has set the stage for a high-stakes feud between Gunther and McAfee, with fans eagerly anticipating a possible match at WWE’s upcoming Backlash event on May 10, 2025, in St. Louis.
Triple H’s decision underscores WWE’s zero-tolerance policy toward unsanctioned attacks on non-wrestlers, particularly high-profile figures like McAfee, who has become a cornerstone of RAW’s commentary team. As the WWE Universe awaits further developments, one thing is certain: Gunther’s actions have ignited a fire that could lead to one of the most explosive rivalries of 2025.
