Cody Rhodes has been absent from WWE programming for over a week, missing the United Kingdom leg of WWE‘s European Tour. Reports suggest that Rhodes will also skip the upcoming Clash in Paris event as he is currently in Sydney, Australia, working on the production of the movie Street Fighter. This development marks a notable pause in Rhodes’ WWE schedule during his reign as World Champion.
Recent Sightings and Physical Condition During Filming
According to The Daily Mail, Rhodes was recently seen heading to the Street Fighter set in Australia. Despite rumors linking his absence to an injury caused by an attack from Drew McIntyre, Rhodes appeared to be in excellent physical condition. WWE‘s storyline had written him off television following the Claymore attack, creating a dramatic setup for his eventual return, but his current focus appears shifted to his film role.
WWE Addresses Rhodes’ Absence Without Clarity
On the latest SmackDown episode, the commentary team attempted to provide an update on Rhodes’ status but admitted there was no new information to share. His exact return date remains uncertain as he continues to prioritize filming. Rhodes is not the only WWE star temporarily stepping away from wrestling commitments; Roman Reigns was also announced to be away in early September for filming his part as Akuma in Street Fighter, indicating WWE‘s growing involvement with this project.
Impact on WWE Storylines and Future Appearances
It is somewhat surprising that Rhodes was removed from WWE programming so soon after reclaiming the World Championship from John Cena at SummerSlam. However, the timing aligns with the Clash in Paris event, which serves as a logical last major appearance before his break. Rhodes’ absence will likely give WWE time to build anticipation for his return, while the crossover with Street Fighter signals expanding opportunities beyond wrestling.
“Cody Rhodes hasn’t been seen on WWE TV for more than a week, and he hasn’t made the trip over to the United Kingdom to be part of the European Tour. Rhodes is expected to miss Clash in Paris since it seems that the World Champion is in Sydney, Australia.” —The Daily Mail
