Cody Rhodes emerged victorious against newly drafted SmackDown star Carmelo Hayes in the main event of last night’s episode of WWE SmackDown.
While executing the Cody Cutter, Rhodes appeared to have landed improperly on his shoulder, causing concern among fans about his potential injury.
Fightful is reporting that when asked if he was okay after the match, the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion responded with “always.”
While seemingly reassuring, this response leaves lingering uncertainty about Rhodes’ condition. It is still unclear whether this statement confirms that Rhodes was not hurt.
For reference, the video of the match can be viewed below, with the botched spot occurring around the 5:39 mark.
Additionally, Rhodes had an autograph signing event yesterday in Newport, Ohio, with an impressive turnout of thousands of fans. The queue for the event was so lengthy that it had to be capped.
Cody Rhodes Defeats Carmelo Hayes in WWE SmackDown Main Event, Concerns Arise Over Potential Injury
In a thrilling main event on last night’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Cody Rhodes emerged victorious against newly drafted SmackDown star Carmelo Hayes. However, during the match, Rhodes executed a move called the Cody Cutter and appeared to have landed improperly on his shoulder, sparking concern among fans about a potential injury.
As fans eagerly awaited an update on Rhodes’ condition, Fightful reported that when asked if he was okay after the match, the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion responded with a simple yet cryptic statement, saying, “always.” While this response may seem reassuring, it leaves lingering uncertainty about Rhodes’ actual condition. It remains unclear whether his statement confirms that he was not hurt or if he was downplaying any potential injury.
For those who missed the match or want to review the moment of concern, a video of the entire match can be viewed below. The botched spot occurs around the 5:39 mark, highlighting the moment when Rhodes landed awkwardly on his shoulder.
Despite the injury scare, Rhodes showed no signs of slowing down outside the ring. Yesterday, he had an autograph signing event in Newport, Ohio, which attracted an impressive turnout of thousands of fans. The queue for the event was so lengthy that it had to be capped, demonstrating Rhodes’ popularity and drawing power among wrestling enthusiasts.
Fans and fellow wrestlers will undoubtedly keep a close eye on Rhodes’ condition in the coming days. As one of the top stars in WWE, any potential injury could have significant implications for future storylines and upcoming events. Hopefully, Rhodes’ response of “always” truly indicates that he is unharmed and will continue to entertain fans with his remarkable in-ring performances.
In the meantime, fans can relive the exciting match between Cody Rhodes and Carmelo Hayes by watching the video below.