Cody Rhodes remains the reigning WWE Champion after his victory over Drew McIntyre. However, McIntyre’s push for a stipulation during Friday’s "WWE Smackdown" took away Rhodes’ championship advantage. Despite this, Rhodes managed to strike McIntyre with a DDT while the referee was distracted. Now that he’s secured another win, many are left wondering where their storylines will head next.
Consistent with McIntyre’s character, he’s likely to complain incessantly about Rhodes winning through underhanded means. Expect him to repeatedly show footage to SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis and the audience, arguing that he deserves another shot at the title. It’s certainly possible that McIntyre could get a rematch in a No Holds Barred or similar hardcore match format. If he fails to reclaim his shot and get the championship advantage, he might have to settle for a last man standing match.
As of now, both Rhodes and McIntyre seem unlikely to participate in the WarGames match at this year’s Survivor Series. Instead, they may engage in street fights or similar bouts at this premium live event, which is among WWE’s most significant annual shows. If WWE aims to prolong their feud, they could arrange for another showdown during next month’s Saturday Night main event, especially with John Cena’s final match on the card.
There is hope among fans that Randy Orton might eventually reappear in this storyline. Orton has been eyeing a title opportunity and could return to reason with Rhodes, who has displayed aggressive and somewhat heel-like behavior recently. There’s also speculation about a potential confrontation between Orton and Rhodes, with the latter’s current heel turn possibly leading to unexpected developments.
It appears that WWE may not plan another major feud for Rhodes before the year ends, focusing instead on another match against McIntyre. While I am eager to see Orton’s return, it looks unlikely that "The Scottish Psychopath" will seize the Undisputed WWE Championship as long as "The American Nightmare" holds the title.
Fan Take: This storyline is crucial for wrestling fans as it showcases the ongoing drama and rivalries that make WWE compelling. The tension between Rhodes and McIntyre, along with the potential return of Orton, could lead to exciting matches that shape the championship landscape in the coming months.
