Randy Orton is ready for the challenge that comes with facing off with Gunther.
On the May 24th edition of Friday Night SmackDown, Randy Orton faced off with Tama Tonga in semi final of the King Of The Ring tournament. He would end up scoring the victory over Tonga, meaning he will face off with Gunther in the finals of the tournament today at Queen and King Of The Ring.
While speaking to Kayla Braxton ahead of the Premium Live Event, Randy spoke on the challenge of wrestling Gunther.
"I had kind of a list on the inside of my head of guys that I wanted to wrestle in that ring. Gunther, I wouldn't say he was at the top of the list. I had some warming up to do before I got to him, you know what I mean? But I'm feeling better than ever, and I feel like now's the time. When I first came back at War Games, Survivor Series, I was just coming back after 18 months out. I had to dip my toe in the water and slowly kind of just get used to being in the ring, and that takes some time for me. But now, Kayla, after six months, I'm ready for someone like Gunther. The thing is, I don't know if anyone has his ability, because he is one of a kind. It's gonna be hard hitting, and it might be the toughest match I've had since I've come back. willing to go as far as to say that. Easily, it's going to be a war for me, but i think it's a great way to test and see just how much my body can take. Gunther's the guy for the job if i'm looking to test my limits. My hands are going to be full, and i know that, but again I welcome it, and i think it's a great way for me to kind of prove that, you know, although i'm getting up there in age, like, I started, I've been around a long time, but i was 19 when i signed my wwe contract you might think i'm old, but i'm not as old as you think. You know what i'm saying? I'm going to prove that i can hang with the young guys."
Gunther sent a message to Orton in a digital exclusive following SmackDown. You can read more about these comments here.
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