In a bold statement, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has expressed his unwavering confidence in retaining his title at the upcoming SummerSlam event. Fresh from his impressive win over AJ Styles at Backlash in Lyon, France, Rhodes is gearing up for a series of high-stakes matches, including a “Champion vs. Champion” showdown against Logan Paul at King and Queen of the Ring in Saudi Arabia on May 25.
Rhodes recently took to X to share his upcoming schedule, which includes a stop at the go-home edition of Friday Night SmackDown in Cleveland, Ohio, just one night before SummerSlam. As he continues his dominant reign, Rhodes is on a mission to complete the Grand Slam, and the United States Championship is the only title that stands between him and this prestigious achievement.
However, wrestling veteran Dutch Mantell has raised an interesting point, suggesting that WWE might retire the United States Championship, which could potentially alter Rhodes’ plans. Moreover, Mantell believes that there is no way Rhodes will lose his title at this point in his reign, adding to the anticipation surrounding his upcoming matches.
Looking ahead, speculation is building around a potential showdown between Rhodes and Nick Aldis, the newly appointed SmackDown general manager. Aldis, who has a history with Rhodes, has expressed his desire to step back into the ring, and WWE analyst Sam Roberts has tipped him as an ideal challenger for Rhodes at Clash at the Castle: Scotland on June 15.
Rhodes and Aldis have a storied past, having faced each other multiple times outside of WWE, with a 1-1 record between them. Their most recent encounter saw Aldis introduce Rhodes to his next challenger, leaving fans wondering if Aldis will be The American Nightmare’s first opponent in WWE.
As the road to SummerSlam unfolds, one thing is certain – Cody Rhodes is determined to hold onto his title, and his confidence is backed by an impressive streak of victories. Will he emerge victorious once again, or will a new challenger rise to the occasion? The WWE universe waits with bated breath.