Cody Rhodes Faces Off Against Kevin Owens

In a dramatic turn of events during WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event, Cody Rhodes faced off against Kevin Owens for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Although Rhodes technically clinched the victory in the match, the night ended on a grim note. Following the conclusion of the event, Owens launched a brutal post-match assault on Rhodes, leaving the champion severely injured and necessitating his evacuation from the arena on a stretcher.

Health Update on Cody Rhodes

The day after the shocking incident, WWE released a statement shedding light on the situation. While fans eagerly await the footage to air on upcoming episodes of WWE shows, the health update revealed that Rhodes is contending with 'axial compression of the cervical spine' alongside a 'cervical strain with spasm.' Thankfully, it appears that Rhodes has not sustained any long-term injuries, but the timing of his potential return to the ring remains uncertain.

What's Next for WWE and Cody Rhodes?

As the year wraps up, WWE is gearing up for a series of pre-taped shows, with the build-up of Rhodes and Owens' feud likely to continue into these segments. Fans will be keenly watching the next episode of 'WWE SmackDown,' where the footage of the attack will finally be revealed.

Programming Changes on the Horizon

Adding another layer to this ongoing saga, WWE is preparing for a significant shift in its programming landscape, with 'WWE Raw' set to stream on Netflix starting January 6, 2025. As both Rhodes and Owens are major players in WWE, there’s speculation that one or both might be shifted to different brands, providing a twist to their intense rivalry.

Cody Rhodes' Championship Journey

This latest chapter marks Rhodes' seventh title defense of the Undisputed WWE Championship, a title he claimed after a stunning victory over Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 back in April. As fans are eager to see the next developments in this gripping storyline, one thing is for sure: the drama is far from over in the world of WWE! Stay tuned for more updates on Rhodes’ health and the unfolding rivalry with Owens.