Cody Rhodes will challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship in the main event of WrestleMania 40.
Rhodes was previously replaced by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, but extreme fan outrage caused WWE to reverse the decision in favor of The American Nightmare.
On a recent edition of the “Battleground” podcast, Chad Gable discussed how fans got behind Cody to let him finish his story at WrestleMania 40.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On how fans negatively reacted when Cody Rhodes gave up his title shot: “What I would say about is it’s so indicative of our audience, how unique and awesome our audience is because there is no predicting how people are going to respond or react to anything we do. You have might it in your mind what you think is going to happen, or how you feel like they’re going to feel about it. You never know. When stuff happens organically and hits out of nowhere, it’s always the best stuff we do.”
On how the fan reaction took on a life of its own: “So the fact that this stuff is kind of taking on a life of its own, you’re forming different teams and you’re forming different factions for who they’re supporting and what they’re supporting, and kind of the ideas and ideation behind why they do this stuff, it’s so interesting to watch from a fan perspective myself. I’m treating it like that right now. It’s organic man, and it’s been a long…we don’t get those very often. I would just suggest people enjoy it, root for your guy, whoever that ends up being, and let it play out, because when we get these kinds of situations, there’s nothing better.”
In a surprising turn of events, Cody Rhodes has been reinstated to challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship in the main event of WrestleMania 40. This decision comes after extreme fan outrage following Rhodes’ replacement by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The controversy surrounding Rhodes’ removal from the title shot sparked a passionate response from fans, leading to WWE reconsidering their decision. The overwhelming support for Rhodes prompted the company to reverse their initial choice and allow him to finish his story at WrestleMania 40.
Chad Gable, a professional wrestler and podcast host, recently discussed the fan reaction on the “Battleground” podcast. Gable highlighted the unique and unpredictable nature of the WWE audience, stating that it is impossible to predict their responses to any given situation. He emphasized that when unexpected moments occur organically, they often result in the best storylines.
Gable also noted that the fan reaction took on a life of its own, with different factions forming to support their preferred wrestler. He found it fascinating to observe the various ideas and motivations behind these fan groups. Gable encouraged fans to enjoy the organic nature of this situation, urging them to root for their chosen wrestler and let the story play out naturally. He emphasized that these types of situations are rare and should be savored by fans.
The podcast episode featuring Chad Gable’s discussion can be found below, where he expands on these topics and provides further insights:
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The reinstatement of Cody Rhodes has undoubtedly added an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to WrestleMania 40. Fans will now witness a clash between two formidable competitors, as Rhodes aims to dethrone Roman Reigns and claim the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.
As the event approaches, wrestling enthusiasts eagerly await the outcome of this highly anticipated match. The unpredictability of the WWE universe has once again captivated fans, reminding them of the magic that can unfold when the audience’s voices are heard. WrestleMania 40 promises to be an unforgettable event, showcasing the power of fan support and the impact it can have on the world of professional wrestling.