Jey Uso Finally Wins WWE World Heavyweight Championship

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Jey Uso went into WrestleMania 41 with a winless record against World Heavyweight Champion Gunther and no world championship titles. However, he emerged victorious, defeating Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship.

The match showcased Uso and Gunther trading signature moves, culminating in Uso using Gunther’s own moves against him to secure the win.

Following the match, Uso celebrated in the ring with his brother, Jimmy Uso, hinting at a potential future championship battle between the siblings. Triple H praised Jey Uso’s connection with the audience, passion, charisma, and his deep roots in the wrestling business.

Despite some criticism online, WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman defended Jey Uso’s victory, emphasizing his positive impact on revenue and ticket sales for the company. Heyman dismissed the criticisms, highlighting Uso’s contributions to the company’s success.

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