Cody Rhodes’ defeat in the main event of WrestleMania 39 (Night Two) hit him incredibly hard, the RAW Superstar has revealed.
Rhodes’ loss to Roman Reigns proved to be highly controversial among fans and will be featured in the upcoming WWE 2K24 video game.
Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Rhodes reflected on competing at last year’s show when discussing the game, and how the loss felt at the time. He said,
“WrestleMania 39, I don’t want to say I shrunk under the lights, but it hit me harder than it hit Roman Reigns. Roman has been in those main events before. If anything, it motivated me further. It’s not just about being in the main event. It’s not about being happy to make the walk. You have to win.”
“The most exciting element of ‘finishing the story’ making it into 2K24 is that it’s all happening in real-time. I was just in a WrestleMania 39 ring… the saddest moment I’ve ever had in my career. In a wild way, it was also incredibly rewarding. I got to make the walk and main event a WrestleMania. Still, you have to win. That’s the whole point. And that’s what is happening in real-time.”
Rhodes intends to dethrone Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, a match he can guarantee should he win this weekend’s Men’s Royal Rumble match.
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Cody Rhodes, a RAW Superstar in the world of professional wrestling, recently opened up about the emotional impact of his defeat in the main event of WrestleMania 39 (Night Two). Rhodes’ loss to Roman Reigns was met with controversy among fans and will be featured in the upcoming WWE 2K24 video game.
In an interview with Sports Illustrated, Rhodes shared his thoughts on last year’s WrestleMania and how the loss affected him. He admitted that the defeat hit him harder than it hit Roman Reigns, as Reigns had already experienced main event matches before. However, instead of letting it discourage him, Rhodes found motivation in the loss. He emphasized that being in the main event is not enough; winning is the ultimate goal.
Rhodes expressed his excitement about his story being included in the WWE 2K24 video game, highlighting that it is happening in real-time. He described WrestleMania 39 as both the saddest moment and the most rewarding moment of his career. While he had the opportunity to make the walk and main event a WrestleMania, he acknowledged that winning is crucial, and that’s what he aims to achieve in real-time.
Looking ahead to WrestleMania 40, Rhodes has set his sights on dethroning Roman Reigns. He believes that if he wins this weekend’s Men’s Royal Rumble match, he will secure a match against Reigns at WrestleMania 40.
In addition to his wrestling career, Rhodes recently made headlines for gifting his weight belt to the son of the late Jon Huber (also known as Brodie Lee or Luke Harper). This heartwarming gesture showcased Rhodes’ compassion and respect for his fellow wrestlers.
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In conclusion, Cody Rhodes’ defeat at WrestleMania 39 had a profound impact on him, but he is determined to bounce back and secure a victory at WrestleMania 40. His story will be featured in the upcoming WWE 2K24 video game, adding to the excitement for fans. Rhodes’ dedication and resilience make him a compelling figure in the world of professional wrestling.