Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes have been regarded as top rivals in WWE‘s current era, often competing for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Their rivalry reached a peak at WrestleMania 40 when Rhodes ended Reigns’ record-breaking 1,316-day title reign. Despite their intense in-ring history, the two wrestlers have consistently denied any real-life animosity between them.
Recently, both stars appeared together in the film “Street Fighter,” where Reigns takes on a villainous role and Rhodes plays a heroic character. A clip from their cinematic scene before their team-up at Bad Blood 2024 has sparked renewed chatter about a possible feud, but this has been dismissed by both wrestlers and insiders. The pair teamed up at Bad Blood to face Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa, showing a united front despite ongoing speculation.
How Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes Address Rivalry Speculations
Although fans frequently debate who is the superior performer, with some suggesting tension between them beyond the ring, Reigns and Rhodes have put those rumors to rest. Reigns, speaking ahead of the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble, praised Rhodes as a great champion and dismissed stories of personal conflict. Rhodes has also commented on their dynamic, explaining that any past critical remarks made during his AEW tenure were not part of a personal dispute and that they maintain a neutral relationship without ongoing disagreements.
Roman Reigns’ Anticipated Return and Future WWE Storylines
Roman Reigns has not appeared on WWE television since the episode of RAW following WrestleMania 41, and fans eagerly anticipate his comeback. Reports suggest he will return for WWE SummerSlam, widely known as
“The Biggest Party of the Summer.”
Upon his return, Reigns is expected to confront Seth Rollins and his faction, who reportedly contributed to Reigns’ hiatus. The direction of WWE’s storytelling involving both Reigns and Rhodes over the coming weeks remains a key point of interest for supporters of the company.
The Significance of Their Partnership Beyond Wrestling
The collaboration of Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes in a major film project marks a notable moment in their careers, signaling a shift from rivalry to partnership in a new arena. As two of the most prominent figures in professional wrestling, their involvement in “Street Fighter” may further elevate their profiles beyond the ring, while simultaneously easing fan speculation about ongoing conflicts. This joint venture also hints at the potential for future collaborative opportunities within and outside WWE.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Roman Reigns’ illness?
A. After he came back, WWE released a documentary that followed one of their top stars. It revealed that Reigns had been dealing with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), a manageable but incurable blood cancer, for more than ten years.
