Gunther is a professional grappler from Austria. Originally named Walter Hahn, the RAW superstar is the current holder of the World Heavyweight Title. The longest-reigning Intercontinental Champion for 666 days won King of the Ring in 2024. The former wrestler of Westside Xtreme Wrestling won the wXw Unified World Wrestling Title and the wXw World Tag Team Title multiple times as Big Van Walter. Gunther also performed for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG), Progress Wrestling, Over The Top Wrestling (OTT), etc., and won their world title and other accolades. He was the former NXT United Kingdom Titleholder and held it for 870 days. Gunther, the former TNT World Champion, earned other accomplishments from ESPN, CBS Sports, Pro Wrestling Illustrated, Sports Illustrated, etc.
What is Gunther’s Salary?
| Year | Base Salary |
| 2019 | $300,000 |
How much is Gunther getting paid?
Gunther is getting paid a yearly base salary of $300,000 from the wrestling promotion, as per various sources. This base salary does not include loyalty points and other bonuses; however, the details of the bonuses are not yet disclosed. Additionally, Gunther’s yearly salary includes merchandise sales, PPV appearances, etc.
How much does Gunther make in a minute?
As per his yearly base salary, Gunther is earning approximately 0.57 US dollars every minute, even if he is not wrestling or not present in training. In addition to this, The Ring General also procures additional income from social media sponsorship and various brand deals.
What are the terms of Gunther’s Contract?
Gunther first signed his official WWE contract in 2019 to perform in NXT. After spending three years in NXT, Gunther was promoted to the main roster in 2022. However, the terms and conditions of Gunther’s contract have not been disclosed by the WWE as of April 2025.
How much of Gunther’s Contract is guaranteed?
Gunther's WWE contract guarantees him a base salary of $300,000 per year, excluding undisclosed bonuses and loyalty incentives. His earnings also include revenue from merchandise sales, pay-per-view appearances, and other sources tied to his performance and popularity.
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FAQs on Gunther's Salary
A. Gunther is married to English professional wrestler Jinny Sandhu.
A. Yes, Gunther shares a son with his wife Jinny Hahn.
A. The billed height of Gunther is 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m).
A. Gunther has competed at WrestleMania twice, appearing at WrestleMania 39 and WrestleMania 40.
A. Gunther is of Austrian nationality.
