Cody Rhodes stunned the crowd in Bridgeport, Connecticut by delivering a high-risk maneuver against Drew McIntyre during their latest encounter in their ongoing Drew McIntyre WWE rivalry. The dramatic moment occurred during the WWE Holiday Tour, adding further intensity to an already heated feud between Rhodes and McIntyre.
Rising Tensions After WrestlePalooza
The rivalry between The American Nightmare, Cody Rhodes, and The Scottish Warrior, Drew McIntyre, escalated after their clash at WrestlePalooza. Although Rhodes has successfully defended his title each time, McIntyre has been gaining psychological advantage in recent weeks. Tensions reached a boiling point when McIntyre destroyed a cherished photograph of Rhodes and his father on SmackDown, baiting the Undisputed WWE Champion into retaliation, which could have led to him being stripped of his title. Nevertheless, Rhodes found a way to get his revenge and keep the rivalry alive.
Steel Cage Showdown in Bridgeport
As part of a series of WWE Holiday Tour live events, Rhodes and McIntyre met again in a steel cage match at a house show in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The match proved exceedingly physical, matching expectations for such fierce rivals. In a standout moment, Rhodes climbed nearly to the top of the cage before delivering a spectacular Super Cody Cutter to McIntyre, thrilling fans and shocking witnesses.
“Super Cody Cutter from the cage at #WWEBridgeport 🔥🎥: Matt Kempke YT pic.twitter.com/MLIUx8surn— Daniel🇦🇺 (@dannybo1_) January 5, 2026”
This bold move demonstrated Rhodes’s willingness to risk it all in the pursuit of victory, but McIntyre’s resilience was equally remarkable. Despite the impact of the Super Cody Cutter, McIntyre managed to kick out and continue the fight, showing the grit that defines his persona. The match continued to captivate fans through its conclusion.
The Road to the Next Clash in Berlin
Rhodes ultimately retained his Undisputed WWE Championship, closing the evening on a victorious note. However, the rivalry is far from over. The two are set for another confrontation on January 9 at the Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany. This next meeting will take the form of a Three Stages of Hell match, promising an even more grueling contest as both men look to settle their personal scores in the ring.
The Drew McIntyre WWE rivalry has grown to symbolize not just the struggle for a title, but a deeply personal conflict filled with emotion and risk. As anticipation builds for their Berlin showdown, fans and WWE followers alike can expect another thrilling chapter in this intense saga between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre.
Super Cody Cutter from the cage at #WWEBridgeport 🔥
🎥: Matt Kempke YT pic.twitter.com/MLIUx8surn
— Daniel🇦🇺 (@dannybo1_) January 5, 2026
