Jey Uso’s tenure as World Heavyweight Champion concluded after a mere 51 days, following his loss to Gunther on RAW. This abrupt end to his reign has triggered a strong reaction from fans and wrestling personalities alike. Many believe that the creative team mishandled Uso’s title run, given his immense popularity and the momentum he had built.
The defeat of Jey Uso was met with disappointment, particularly given his strong connection with the WWE Universe. The swift title change has led to widespread criticism, with fans questioning the decision to cut his run short.
Adding to the drama, Rikishi, a WWE Hall of Famer and Jey Uso’s father, voiced his outrage at the situation. He criticized both the booking of Jey Uso and the overall creative direction of the storyline. Rikishi highlighted Jey’s financial contributions to the company and his dedication to reaching the main event. Rikishi was highly critical of the creative team and urged them to develop more suitable storylines for Jey.
Despite this setback, Jey Uso will compete in a King of the Ring qualifier on RAW. He will face Sheamus, Rusev, and Bronson Reed in a Fatal Four-Way Match to earn a spot in the next round of the tournament. The King of the Ring Final is scheduled for June 28 at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia.