Cody Rhodes kicked off this week’s SmackDown following his victory in the King of the Ring tournament at WWE Night of Champions. Shortly after, he was confronted by Randy Orton, the very competitor Rhodes defeated in the tournament finals. Rhodes reflected on the battles he had fought recently, mentioning the physical toll from his matches in Columbus against Jey Uso, and in Saudi Arabia against Orton himself. He referenced past King of the Ring winners, framing the crown as a symbol of his path toward the WWE SummerSlam, where he is set to challenge John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
Orton’s Challenge and Demand for a Promise
Randy Orton appeared with a somber demeanor, recalling how he had warned Rhodes in prior weeks that he would not hesitate when given the chance to attack. Yet, during their encounter at Night of Champions, Orton admitted that he held back, respecting Rhodes for taking swift and decisive action. Orton then pressed Rhodes for a promise, demanding that he not waste the opportunity ahead. Specifically, Orton asked Rhodes to guarantee that he would defeat John Cena at WWE SummerSlam, underscoring the importance of the match for both men.
SummerSlam Match Confirmed Amid Rising Tensions
The anticipated showdown between Cody Rhodes and John Cena for the Undisputed WWE Championship was officially announced as part of WWE’s SummerSlam event, known as The Biggest Party of the Summer. Before Rhodes could respond to Orton’s demand, Drew McIntyre appeared, escalating tensions and turning the confrontation physical. This disruption foreshadows a heated build-up to the championship match, highlighting the challenges Rhodes faces not only in the ring but also outside of it.
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