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Ever since Triple H took over as WWE's creative head, he has incorporated major changes in the ongoing product. Another such change could be on the horizon, potentially redefining the landscape. A top babyface and a legendary WWE champion who is currently injured could finally return to the company as a heel after six years. The star is none other than Cody Rhodes.
The 39-year-old fell prey to a merciless attack at the hands of Kevin Owens at Saturday Night's Main Event. This came after the show went off the air. KO ambushed Rhodes, hitting The American Nightmare with a vicious Piledriver. What came as a surprise was that fans cheered for KO when he stood over Cody's carcass, raising the Winged Eagle version of the Undisputed WWE Title in the air.
Moreover, the whole arena erupted with "You deserve it" chants for The American Nightmare while he was being stretchered out of the arena. WWE's top babyface getting such a reaction from fans is a huge matter of concern, and why not? This could compel the company to assess the situation, forcing Triple H to finally pull the trigger on Cody Rhodes' much-awaited heel turn. His last heel run spanned from December 2016 to July 2018.
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A major reason why it will make sense is that a wide section of fans have started to turn on Rhodes. His "good guy" character has looked quite vulnerable and unreasonable at times, with fans failing to connect with him. On the other hand, Kevin Owens' words have started to resonate with the WWE Universe, as many feel that he had a justifiable reason for turning on Cody.
KO has looked more like an anti-hero rather than a heel in his feud with the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. Turning The American Nightmare heel could be a perfect response to the ongoing situation and fulfill the needs of fans. This could unravel a whole new chapter in the ongoing storyline.
However, this is speculative at this point. Will fans once again get to witness Cody's nefarious side? Only time will tell!
Triple H to stretch Cody Rhodes' rivalry with Kevin Owens until Royal Rumble 2025?
The ending of Saturday Night's Main Event was filled with chaos and drama, as Kevin Owens wreaked havoc on Cody Rhodes. As a result, WWE's Chief Content Officer, Triple H, rushed to the scene and was also involved in a heated altercation with The Prizefighter.
What unfolded after the show was a clear indication that this feud is far from over. From Rhodes using a steel chair for his finisher to the match referee counting from outside the ring, the Undisputed WWE Championship match was marred with controversy.
This implies that Triple H seemingly has plans to stretch this feud for a month or two, as there are many more layers to unravel in this storyline. Owens is likely to lock horns with The American Nightmare in a series of matches, with the feud eventually culminating in a blockbuster showdown at the Royal Rumble next year.
Cody Rhodes is expected to return in search of revenge on KO, and why not? This could ultimately catapult this rivalry to new heights, giving fans many more jaw-dropping moments and segments. It will be interesting to see how Triple H moves the wheels of this feud going forward.
