James Gunn recently addressed the growing fan speculation surrounding Alan Ritchson as a potential candidate for the DCU’s Batman. In a new interview, he commented on the casting rumors, shared his personal view of Ritchson,

While Superman got off to an excellent start in the US, overseas, the movie hasn't soared to quite the same heights. At the time of writing, the DCU Chapter One: Gods and Monsters movie has grossed around $236.

This may be controversial, but James Gunn's Superman sequel shouldn't feature Batman. Give Supes some room to breathe before the Dark Knight is introduced.