WWE is reportedly maintaining its plans for a highly anticipated clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns later this year. The unfolding narrative began when The American Nightmare secured victory in the Men’s Royal Rumble match for the second consecutive time, earning himself a World Championship match at WrestleMania.
On a recent episode of RAW, Rhodes found himself in a confrontation with Seth Rollins, the World Heavyweight Champion, who urged him to consider challenging for the title at The Show of Shows. However, the plot thickened on SmackDown when Rhodes, standing face-to-face with Reigns, asserted his continued interest in capturing The Tribal Chief’s Undisputed WWE Universal Title. Surprisingly, he declared that this would not occur at WrestleMania, adding a layer of complexity to the unfolding storyline.
An update from Xero News sheds light on WWE’s evolving plans for the potential showdown between The American Nightmare and the leader of The Bloodline. Although their clash will not take place at this year’s WrestleMania, the report suggests that fans can expect the long-anticipated confrontation later in the year.
The Rock’s return to WWE SmackDown further intensified the drama. Weeks ago, The Rock made a surprising appearance on RAW, teasing a potential match against his cousin, Roman Reigns. In an interview with the Will Cain Show on Fox News, The Rock confirmed discussions about facing The Head of the Table at WrestleMania 40.
The recent SmackDown episode witnessed The Rock confronting Reigns, seizing the moment after Cody Rhodes revealed he would not challenge Reigns at this year’s WrestleMania. The intense stare-down between The Rock and Reigns unfolded as the show concluded. A clip shared on WWE’s official social media channels captured The Tribal Chief’s apparent confusion and disbelief as The Brahma Bull stood in the ring.
The reaction from fans has been noteworthy, with many pointing out Cody Rhodes’ apparent disappointment as he left the ring, paving the way for The Rock to confront Reigns. The segment featuring The Brahma Bull and The Tribal Chief garnered a substantial number of dislikes on YouTube, adding an intriguing layer to the ongoing narrative. The management’s response to this fan backlash promises to be a compelling aspect to watch in the evolving storyline.
