On a recent edition of his “83 Weeks” podcast, Eric Bischoff discussed Cody Rhodes defeating Roman Reigns to win the Undisputed WWE Universal Title in the main event of WrestleMania 40 (Night Two).
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Cody Rhodes’ WWE Undisputed WWE Universal Title win: “Look at Michelle, she’s so happy. Cody’s mom. That’s so awesome. You know, I woke up this morning, and one of the first thoughts in my mind is, ‘I wonder what’s going through Cody’s mind.’ I mean, trying to put myself in his shoes to imagine what it’s like to feel what Cody feels having finished the story, and all the things that he overcame. And the injury going back to the last year, and leaving AEW, coming back to WWE. The journey has been such a roller coaster [for] Cody over the last couple of years. Even leading right into WrestleMania, when there was some doubt, probably in Cody’s mind as well as the rest of us, as to whether or not he was even going to get the chance to end this story the way he had dreamt, probably, since he was a kid about ending the story.
“It was in doubt, it was in jeopardy. I mean, for us. Maybe not internally. Maybe internally, they always knew what they were going to do or what they wanted to do, they just weren’t quite sure how they were going to get there because the tumult and all the craziness that had been going on in WWE. Prior to Tock showing up, obviously. But I just wonder what it feels like. I can only imagine what it felt like when he finally got his hand raised. And further that 75 or 77, or 72, however many thousands of people were there? I just wonder what that emotion felt like, what’s going through his mind today.”
On Becky Lynch: “I love her work. I love her character. I think she’s such a pro. She carries herself so well. She’s really a good representative of not just the women’s division but of WWE in general. She’s very, very much a class act, she carries herself well, you know, in interviews and in the general public. She’s completely a class act.”
In a recent episode of his podcast “83 Weeks,” Eric Bischoff discussed the monumental victory of Cody Rhodes over Roman Reigns to become the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania 40 (Night Two). This victory marked a significant moment in Rhodes’ career, and Bischoff shared his thoughts on the accomplishment.
Bischoff began by expressing his admiration for Cody Rhodes and the journey he has been on. He acknowledged the challenges Rhodes had faced, including a previous injury and his departure from All Elite Wrestling (AEW) before returning to WWE. Bischoff recognized the roller coaster ride Rhodes had experienced over the past couple of years, leading up to WrestleMania.
The uncertainty surrounding Rhodes’ opportunity to conclude his story at WrestleMania was also highlighted by Bischoff. He mentioned that doubts existed not only in Cody’s mind but also among others involved in the decision-making process. The tumultuous environment within WWE added to the uncertainty, making it unclear how the story would unfold. However, Bischoff speculated that internally, the creative team may have always known what they wanted to do but were unsure of the path to take.
Bischoff then pondered what it must have felt like for Rhodes when he finally emerged victorious and had his hand raised in triumph. With tens of thousands of fans in attendance, Bischoff wondered about the overwhelming emotions and thoughts running through Rhodes’ mind at that moment. The culmination of years of hard work and dedication had led to this pinnacle achievement, and Bischoff could only imagine the elation Rhodes must have experienced.
Shifting gears, Bischoff also took a moment to praise Becky Lynch, another notable figure in WWE. He expressed his admiration for her work and character, describing her as a consummate professional who carries herself with grace and dignity. Bischoff commended Lynch for being an excellent representative not only for the women’s division but also for WWE as a whole. He emphasized her class act demeanor in interviews and public appearances, highlighting her positive impact on the company.
To delve deeper into Bischoff’s thoughts on Cody Rhodes’ victory and his discussion of Becky Lynch, viewers can watch the embedded video from the “83 Weeks” podcast.
In conclusion, Eric Bischoff’s recent podcast episode shed light on Cody Rhodes’ momentous win at WrestleMania 40 and the emotions surrounding it. Bischoff’s admiration for Rhodes and his acknowledgment of the challenges faced by the wrestler added depth to the discussion. Furthermore, Bischoff’s praise for Becky Lynch showcased his appreciation for her professionalism and representation of WWE.