One Big Thing
New Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Cody Rhodes opens up about his historic win at WrestleMania 40 right before his appearance on WWE Raw.
Key Moments
- Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns, ending Reigns’ 1316-day title reign and becoming the new Undisputed WWE Universal Champion.
- Rhodes shared a reflective message and photo on Twitter, aligning his victory with the beginning of a new chapter in WWE.
- WrestleMania 40 also saw Sami Zayn end Gunther’s 666-day reign, marking the longest in Intercontinental Championship history.
- AEW stars, including Ricky Starks and Cody’s brother Dustin Rhodes, were present at the event.
- Over 18,000 tickets were sold for tonight’s WWE Raw in Philadelphia, marking Rhodes’s first show as champion.
Why It Matters
Cody Rhodes’s victory over Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 not only concludes Reigns’ historic championship run but also signifies a major shift in WWE’s landscape. Rhodes’s tweet indicates his readiness to usher in a new era for WWE, potentially involving fresh storylines and rivalries. This win also amplifies Rhodes’s status as a major force within WWE, backed by significant audience support.
The Bigger Picture
The presence of other wrestling stars and record-breaking title changes at WrestleMania 40 highlight the event’s importance in shaping the future narratives and championships within WWE. Rhodes’s first appearance on Raw as the new champion is highly anticipated, suggesting a new direction for WWE’s storytelling.
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