Why Cody Rhodes Is Unsure If He’ll Face Roman Reigns Again
Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns have clashed twice in high-profile WWE matches, each man claiming one victory.
Their first encounter took place at WrestleMania 39 in April 2023, where Reigns, aided by The Bloodline, defeated The American Nightmare. The bout was highly intense, with Reigns maintaining his dominant championship reign.
A year later, their rivalry reached its climax at WrestleMania 40 in April 2024. Cody Rhodes triumphed in a historic match, ending Reigns’ 1,316-day reign as Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. These two encounters became defining moments in modern WWE history, showcasing a gripping storyline between two of wrestling’s biggest stars.
Cody Rhodes Open to a Third Match but Unsure If It Will Happen
In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Cody Rhodes opened up about the possibility of a trilogy with Roman Reigns. For Rhodes, having only two matches feels incomplete, and he believes a third match should happen to give fans full closure. He is willing to revisit the feud, though he acknowledges logistical and personal differences that could complicate a third encounter.
\That’s probably a very hard match to have happen, but I can see it being very significant in happening again. (For the fans) you can’t just have two. We’re splitting. So, that third exists. I’m certainly not adverse to it. I’m not sure what his outlook on it is. We’re different than we were. I’m not adverse to it.
Drew McIntyre Poised To Be Cody Rhodes’ Next Challenger
While fans await any potential trilogy with Reigns, Cody Rhodes’ immediate future points towards a fierce rivalry with Drew McIntyre. Following Rhodes’ recent victory over John Cena at SummerSlam 2025, where he regained the Undisputed WWE Championship, Drew McIntyre has made his intentions clear.
On WWE SmackDown, McIntyre brutally attacked Rhodes post-match, delivering a devastating Claymore Kick and taunting him on social media about carrying the company on his back. McIntyre’s aggressive move signals an imminent title feud, with him emerging as the primary contender for Rhodes’ championship.
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