The wrestling world has been abuzz with the announcement of Logan Paul’s upcoming match against Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at the King and Queen of the Ring event in Saudi Arabia. While some have questioned the legitimacy of Paul’s title shot, former WWE Superstar Ryback has come out in support of the decision, believing that the social media sensation’s involvement can only benefit Rhodes and the WWE as a whole.
Ryback, a former Intercontinental Champion, shared his thoughts on the matter during a recent episode of Ryback TV. The wrestling veteran explained that Paul’s immense popularity is enough to make the feud work, despite the relatively short build-up to the storyline. According to Ryback, the key to the feud’s success lies in Paul’s ability to draw in a larger audience, something that may not have been possible with a different WWE Superstar.
Ryback’s endorsement of the feud comes as a welcome boost to the WWE, which has faced criticism in the past for its handling of celebrity involvement in wrestling storylines. However, with Paul’s massive following and proven ability to generate buzz, the WWE has made a shrewd move in pitting him against the fan-favorite Cody Rhodes.
Moreover, it has been revealed that the initial teasing of a title vs. title match between Rhodes and Paul was simply a clever ploy to generate heat for the upcoming match. According to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio, there were never any concrete plans for a Champion vs. Champion match, and the storyline twist was merely a way to build anticipation for the event.
As the King and Queen of the Ring event draws near, the wrestling world will be watching with bated breath to see how the Rhodes-Paul feud plays out. With Ryback’s seal of approval and Paul’s undeniable star power, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter that could have long-term benefits for the WWE. Will Cody Rhodes emerge victorious, or will Logan Paul’s celebrity charm prove too much for the American Nightmare? One thing is certain – the WWE has made a savvy move in capitalizing on Paul’s popularity, and the consequences could be far-reaching.