Cody Rhodes came face-to-face with Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns on Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown.
Rhodes and Reigns shared the ring for the main event promo segment on SmackDown, which saw the two Superstars go back and forth on the microphone.
Reigns had promised to come out alone for the segment and kept his word, but shortly after the talk was over, Rhodes found himself facing down Reigns, Solo Sikoa, and Jimmy Uso in a 3-on-1 situation.
Before The Bloodline could attack, Jey Uso and Seth Rollins came out to even the odds against Reigns and his henchmen. All six men had an intense staredown as SmackDown went off the air.
You can check out some highlights from the segment below:
Following this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown, the following matches have been announced for the WrestleMania 40 pay-per-view event:
- The Rock and Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins to determine the stipulation for Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match.
- Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Cody Rhodes.
- World Heavyweight Championship Match: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyre.
- WWE Women’s Championship Match: IYO SKY (c) vs. Bayley.
- Women’s World Championship Match: Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch.
- WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: GUNTHER (c) vs. Sami Zayn.
- WWE United States Championship Match: Logan Paul (c) vs. Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens.
- Six-pack Ladder Match For The Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships: Finn Bálor and Damian Priest (c) vs. TBD vs. TBD vs. TBD vs. TBD vs. TBD.
- Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso.
- LA Knight vs. AJ Styles.
Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns Face Off on WWE SmackDown
In a highly anticipated segment on Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns came face-to-face in the ring. The main event promo segment showcased the two Superstars engaging in a verbal exchange, creating an intense atmosphere for fans.
Reigns, who had promised to appear alone for the segment, kept his word. However, after the conversation concluded, Rhodes found himself outnumbered in a 3-on-1 situation against Reigns, Solo Sikoa, and Jimmy Uso. Just as it seemed like The Bloodline was about to attack, Jey Uso and Seth Rollins rushed to the ring to even the odds.
The six men had a heated staredown as SmackDown went off the air, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what will happen next in this intense rivalry.
For those who missed the segment, highlights can be viewed on WWE’s official YouTube channel. The video showcases the intensity and passion displayed by both Rhodes and Reigns during their face-to-face encounter.
Following the episode, WWE announced several matches for the upcoming WrestleMania 40 pay-per-view event. One of the most highly anticipated matches is The Rock and Roman Reigns teaming up to take on Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. The outcome of this match will determine the stipulation for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match.
Speaking of championships, Roman Reigns will defend his Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Cody Rhodes in a one-on-one match. This clash between two talented Superstars is sure to be a highlight of WrestleMania 40.
In addition, Seth Rollins will put his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Drew McIntyre. This match promises to be a battle of epic proportions as both competitors are known for their incredible in-ring abilities.
The women’s division will also take center stage at WrestleMania 40. IYO SKY will defend her WWE Women’s Championship against Bayley, while Rhea Ripley will put her Women’s World Championship on the line against Becky Lynch. These matches are expected to showcase the incredible talent and athleticism of the women in WWE.
Other matches announced for WrestleMania 40 include Gunther defending his WWE Intercontinental Championship against Sami Zayn, Logan Paul defending his WWE United States Championship against Randy Orton and Kevin Owens in a triple threat match, and a six-pack ladder match for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships featuring Finn Bálor and Damian Priest defending against several yet-to-be-announced teams.
Additionally, Jey Uso will face off against his brother Jimmy Uso in a highly personal match, and LA Knight will go head-to-head with AJ Styles in what is sure to be a thrilling encounter.
With these exciting matches announced, WrestleMania 40 is shaping up to be a must-watch event for wrestling fans. The clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns, as well as the other highly anticipated matches, will undoubtedly provide fans with unforgettable moments and intense action.