In a surprising turn of events, Cody Rhodes, often regarded as one of WWE’s most beloved figures, has received high praise from WWE personality Jackie Redmond.
In a recent Instagram story, Redmond dubbed Rhodes as “the best locker room leader,” challenging the long-standing perception of Roman Reigns as the undisputed leader of the WWE locker room.
For the past two years, Cody Rhodes has held the title of WWE’s biggest babyface, amassing a considerable fan following. Thousands eagerly attend weekly shows and live events to witness Rhodes’s performances.
Jackie Redmond calls Cody Rhodes “the best locker room leader” 💯 pic.twitter.com/bxtqglyVga
— WrestlingWorldCC (@WrestlingWCC) March 12, 2024
Redmond’s public endorsement adds a new dimension to the ongoing discussion about locker room leadership within the company.
As Rhodes gears up for WrestleMania XL, where he is set to face Roman Reigns in an Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match, the stakes are higher than ever.
The event, taking place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, promises to be a significant chapter in Rhodes’s career as he aims to solidify his position as a locker room leader.
Roman Reigns, who has held the role of WWE’s top heel for an impressive four years, has consistently asserted his claim to the locker room leader title.
In a 2017 appearance on Jimmy Traina’s ‘Off The Board’ podcast, Reigns emphatically stated,
“I swing the sword… within our industry, I am a locker room leader.”
Despite Reigns’ longstanding belief in his leadership role, Jackie Redmond’s recent declaration challenges the established narrative. It remains to be seen how Reigns will respond to this assertion by another WWE personality.
As the WrestleMania XL showdown approaches, all eyes are on Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns. A victory for Rhodes in this high-stakes match could potentially shift the dynamics of locker room leadership, paving the way for him to emerge as the successor to The Tribal Chief.
The unfolding narrative adds an intriguing layer of anticipation to the upcoming clash at The Show of Shows.