Former WWE head writer Vince Russo recently commented on Cody Rhodes’ future opponents, questioning the logic behind some potential matchups involving the current WWE Undisputed Champion. Russo’s remarks came following Rhodes’ intense encounter at Wrestlepalooza, where he defended his title against Drew McIntyre.
At Wrestlepalooza, Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre delivered a hard-fought contest with the Undisputed Championship at stake. Despite Drew suffering a foot injury during the match, Rhodes secured victory after applying his signature Cross Rhodes finisher.
Concerns About Aleister Black’s Potential Feud With Rhodes
On a recent episode of the Brodown podcast with host Mac Davis, Russo highlighted the skepticism surrounding a possible feud between Aleister Black and Cody Rhodes. While Aleister remains a fan-favorite, Russo argued that WWE is unlikely to have Black defeat Rhodes, which would ultimately render the storyline predictable and unimpactful. The wrestling veteran maintained that such a rivalry would fail to elevate Aleister’s status.
“Are they really gonna put Aliester Black over Cody? The answer is no. So what’s the point? We’re gonna see Aleister Black against Cody Rhodes and you already know who’s gonna come out on top. What’s the point?”
Recent SmackDown Incident Highlights Cody Rhodes’ Challenges
During the latest episode of SmackDown, Cody Rhodes confronted Paul Heyman, known as The Oracle, but was soon interrupted by Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. The two wrestlers launched an attack, overwhelming the Undisputed Champion with their numerical advantage. Just as Rhodes was being overwhelmed, Randy Orton’s music played, and the veteran quickly entered the ring to assist.
Orton landed a decisive RKO on Reed, allowing Rhodes to regain momentum and send Breakker out of the ring with a powerful clothesline, ending the altercation in Rhodes’ favor.
Upcoming Champion vs. Champion Bout at Crown Jewel
Looking ahead, Cody Rhodes is scheduled to face Seth Rollins in a Champion vs. Champion match at the Crown Jewel event. This highly anticipated bout will see Rhodes defending the WWE Undisputed Championship against Rollins, who holds the Crown Jewel Championship. This match promises to be a defining moment in Rhodes’ title reign and his ongoing career trajectory.
Significance of Rhodes’ Future Opponents and Storylines
The discussions around Cody Rhodes’ future opponents underline the complexity of booking decisions in WWE, especially for a top-tier star holding multiple championships. The skepticism raised by Vince Russo points to potential challenges in keeping Rhodes’ storylines fresh and meaningful, avoiding repetitive or predictable feuds that fail to benefit involved wrestlers. Rhodes’ upcoming match against Seth Rollins, however, signals WWE’s intent to create high-profile, competitive contests that can captivate the audience and enhance both competitors’ legacies.
