With WrestleMania 40 looming, Cody Rhodes stands poised to claim the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship and fulfill his personal narrative. Yet, a potential curveball threatens to disrupt his trajectory: the possible inclusion of The Rock in the title picture.
Bully Ray, wrestling veteran and co-host of the “Busted Open” podcast, raises a critical point. While acknowledging The Rock’s star power, Bully questions the wisdom of pitting him against Rhodes on WrestleMania’s first night. His concern? Potential injury.
“Night One, you’re going to put Cody Rhodes in there with a guy who hasn’t been in a ring for 10 years?” he asks, highlighting the inherent risk for Rhodes as he approaches his potential crowning moment.
This concern isn’t unfounded. Injuries in high-pressure matches are a harsh reality, and The Rock’s ring rust after a decade away could increase the unpredictability. If Cody were to fall victim to unforeseen circumstances, it could derail his entire storyline and leave a significant narrative gap.
THE ROCK JUST SLAPPED CODY RHODES OH MY GOD.#WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/Goh4HJEkpX
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 9, 2024
Matt Morgan, another wrestling personality, echoes the sentiment on the “Gigantic Pop” podcast. He argues that Rhodes, after securing the Royal Rumble victory, simply cannot afford another loss to Roman Reigns. “No, he can’t come back from it either,” he asserts, emphasizing the stakes for Cody’s momentum and credibility.
Adding to the intrigue, Cody will be a special guest on Grayson Waller’s show at the upcoming Elimination Chamber event. With Seth Rollins, another Bloodline adversary, by his side, this appearance could ignite further speculation about potential alliances and shakeups.
So, what does this mean for Cody’s path to WrestleMania? The Rock’s potential involvement remains a question mark, with his SmackDown return likely to shed light on his intentions. Regardless of his presence, the pressure on Cody is immense. A victory secures his narrative triumph, while a loss could have significant ramifications for his character and position within the company.
Ultimately, WrestleMania 40 holds the answer. Will Cody Rhodes ascend to the top of the mountain, completing his personal journey? Or will The Rock’s potential return, or another unforeseen obstacle, throw him off course? Only time and the grandest stage of them all will tell.
