WWE Backlash 2025: Pat McAfee loses but earns Gunther's respect
WWE Backlash 2025: Gunther beat Pat McAfee in a brutal match at WWE Backlash 2025. 'The Ring General' dominated most of the match. However, McAfee too gave a good account of himself as he mounted some offence on the former World Heavyweight Champion. He also earned Gunther's respect when all was said and done.
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