The ongoing rivalry between Cody Rhodes and Shinsuke Nakamura reached a boiling point on WWE Raw, as General Manager Adam Pearce announced a highly anticipated bull rope match between the two. This intense showdown headlined this week’s edition of the red brand, delivering a memorable main event that concluded with Cody Rhodes emerging victorious after a hard-fought battle.
In the match, Nakamura attempted to escape into the crowd, but the tethered bull rope prevented him, allowing Rhodes to forcefully pull him back into the ring. The contest showcased a fierce struggle between the two competitors, both skillfully utilizing the rope as a weapon. A pivotal moment occurred when Cody Rhodes countered Nakamura’s Kinshasa with a surprising Pedigree, shocking the audience when Nakamura resiliently kicked out.
The turning point of the match came when Nakamura unleashed a Red Mist, visibly causing discomfort to The American Nightmare’s eyes. Despite Nakamura’s attempt to execute the Kinshasa, Rhodes cunningly struck him with a low-blow using the rope, swiftly following up with the Cross Rhodes to secure the victory.
Post-match celebrations for Cody Rhodes were short-lived, as the imposing Drew McIntyre, standing at 6 feet 5 inches, made a menacing appearance. McIntyre launched a brutal assault on Rhodes, culminating in a Claymore Kick and a pointed gesture toward the WrestleMania sign, hinting at a potential showdown at the grand event.
The dramatic night continued with a confrontation between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. The World Heavyweight Champion Rollins expressed his desire for answers regarding WrestleMania 40 in a passionate promo. The crowd, firmly in support of Rhodes, erupted in cheers when he made his entrance. Chants of “We Want Cody” echoed, emphasizing the audience’s longing for a WrestleMania 40 clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns.
As the atmosphere heated up, Drew McIntyre made his presence felt, taunting both Rollins and Rhodes. While The American Nightmare remained undecided about his WrestleMania plans, McIntyre seized the moment by attacking Rollins. In a surprising twist, Rhodes retaliated against McIntyre, pushing him out of the ring and setting the stage for the unpredictability that lies ahead in the road to WrestleMania 40.