Bryan Danielson was so sure Cody Rhodes would win at WWE WrestleMania 39, that he congratulated Rhodes before his loss last year.
WrestleMania 39 saw Rhodes lose to Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns in a surprising result as many had predicted Cody would finish his ‘story’ at the event.
Speaking to Sports Illustrated, Danielson recalled being one of the many people surprised by the result in Los Angeles, CA. He said,
“I texted Cody last year, just saying I was so proud of him and congratulations. Then the finish happened, and I was so mad.”
Rhodes will have a second chance to dethrone Reigns when the two meet for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match at WrestleMania 40 (Night Two).
The day prior, the stipulation for their title match will be decided in a tag-team match pitting Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins against Roman Reigns & The Rock.
Bryan Danielson’s Confidence in Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 39
In the world of professional wrestling, surprises and unexpected outcomes are part of the game. One such surprise occurred at WrestleMania 39 when Cody Rhodes faced off against Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Many fans and even fellow wrestlers, like Bryan Danielson, believed that Rhodes would emerge victorious. However, the match took an unexpected turn, leaving Danielson and others shocked.
Bryan Danielson, also known as Daniel Bryan, recently shared his thoughts on the match in an interview with Sports Illustrated. He revealed that he was so confident in Rhodes’s abilities that he had already congratulated him before the event took place. Little did he know that the outcome would leave him feeling frustrated and disappointed.
Rhodes, a highly skilled and charismatic wrestler, had been building up his storyline leading to WrestleMania 39. Fans were invested in his journey and were eagerly anticipating his triumph over Reigns. However, the match ended with Rhodes losing to the reigning champion, Reigns, much to the surprise of many.
The loss at WrestleMania 39 was a setback for Rhodes, but he now has a chance at redemption. At WrestleMania 40 (Night Two), Rhodes will once again challenge Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. This time, however, there is an added twist.
The stipulation for their title match will be determined in a tag-team match held the day prior. Rhodes will team up with Seth Rollins to take on Reigns and The Rock. The outcome of this tag-team match will determine what is at stake for Rhodes in his championship bout against Reigns.
Fans are eagerly awaiting this rematch, hoping that Rhodes will finally achieve his long-awaited victory. The anticipation is high, and the wrestling world is buzzing with excitement as these two formidable competitors prepare to face off once again.
Reflecting on the past, it is clear that Bryan Danielson’s confidence in Cody Rhodes was not unfounded. Rhodes possesses incredible talent and has proven himself as a top contender in the WWE. Despite the unexpected loss at WrestleMania 39, Rhodes has continued to showcase his skills and determination, earning another shot at the championship.
As the countdown to WrestleMania 40 continues, wrestling fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see if Rhodes can overcome the odds and dethrone Roman Reigns. The stage is set for an epic showdown, and only time will tell if Rhodes can turn his previous disappointment into triumph.