Jey Uso captures first world title at WrestleMania 41: WATCH VIDEO

Jey Uso has officially arrived at the top of the WWE mountain.

In a jaw-dropping opening match at WrestleMania 41 inside Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, Uso stunned the WWE Universe by defeating the dominant Gunther to become the new World Heavyweight Champion—and in doing so, made history.

JEY USO DID IT!
YEET! YEET! YEET!#WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/KGJD5pejyd

— WWE (@WWE) April 19, 2025

Uso’s victory wasn’t just monumental—it was poetic. He secured the win by making Gunther, “The Ring General” himself, submit to his own signature sleeper hold. This marked the first time in Gunther’s WWE career that he was forced to tap out, adding another layer of shock to an already unforgettable moment.

From Tag Team Specialist to Main Event Superstar

After years as one-half of The Usos and an eight-time tag team champion, Jey Uso’s singles journey hit high gear in late 2024. Breaking out from The Bloodline, he became one of WWE’s most organically beloved stars, with the “Yeet” movement sweeping across arenas and online alike.

His rise to singles stardom reached its first major peak in February 2025, when he won what many are calling the most star-studded Royal Rumble match in WWE history—eliminating none other than John Cena in the final moments.

Fast forward to WrestleMania 41, and Uso walked into the ring an underdog against one of WWE’s most protected champions. Gunther’s reign of dominance stretched from NXT to an unforgettable Intercontinental Title run and then into the World Heavyweight Championship scene. He had previously defeated Uso on multiple occasions, making Jey’s triumph even more unexpected—and satisfying.

The Match: Mind Games, High Impact, and Redemption

Despite a somewhat lackluster buildup to their WrestleMania clash, Uso flipped the narrative on its head. The match was a thrilling blend of high-risk offense and psychological warfare. Uso hit Gunther with a brutal spear and an array of top-rope splashes, before delivering the final blow with Gunther’s own submission move.

The emotion poured out of Uso as he stood tall, soaking in the roar of the crowd—a crowd that had been chanting and dancing to his entrance theme all night.

The Rise of an Organic Star

Jey Uso’s climb mirrors the underdog stories of Daniel Bryan and Kofi Kingston. Despite early doubts and a few storyline stumbles—including a viral botched finish against Austin Theory—Uso’s genuine connection with fans couldn’t be denied. His merchandise sales have topped the charts, surpassing WWE heavyweights like Roman Reigns and CM Punk.

While WWE is currently loaded with top-tier talent, it’s Uso who has managed to capture hearts with authenticity, energy, and an undeniable passion for the game. The crowd’s thunderous response at WrestleMania 41 proved it: Jey Uso is no longer just a Bloodline sidekick. He is “Main Event” Jey Uso.

And now, he’s also your World Heavyweight Champion.