In the realm of professional wrestling, matchups are more than just physical contests; they’re narratives woven with threads of history, passion, and the pursuit of glory.
As WrestleMania approaches, the question looms large: should Roman Reigns defend his Universal Championship against Hollywood icon The Rock, or should the spotlight shine on a different, but equally compelling, showdown – Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes? While the allure of a Rock-Roman clash is undeniable, there’s a compelling case to be made for Cody Rhodes stepping into the ring to face the Tribal Chief.
At first glance, the prospect of The Rock returning to the squared circle to challenge Roman Reigns seems like the ultimate blockbuster spectacle. The collision of two titans, each carrying the weight of their family legacies, promises to electrify audiences and shatter box office records.
However, amidst the glitz and glamour, there lies a tale of redemption waiting to be told – the story of Cody Rhodes.
Cody Rhodes, the son of the legendary Dusty Rhodes and brother to wrestling royalty, grew up immersed in the world of sports entertainment. Despite his pedigree, Cody faced an uphill battle to carve out his own identity in the shadow of his illustrious family. From his early days in WWE, to his transformation into the enigmatic figure of AEW, and then his surprise return to WWE. Cody’s tatus quo.
In recent years, Cody Rhodes has emerged as a beacon of hope for wrestlers seeking liberation from the confines of corporate control. His departure from WWE and subsequent co-founding of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) marked a seismic shift in the wrestling landscape, ushering in a new era of competition and creativity. Through his passion, determination, and unwavering belief in the power of storytelling, Cody has redefined what it means to be a wrestling superstar in the modern era.
A showdown between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania had already occurred, last year, Cody won the Royal Rumble to earn the opportunity to face Roman at the grand stage of them all. Cody got screwed over thanks to interferencing by Roman’s cousin, Solo Sikoa.
Since then Cody has done everything he’s needed to do to earn another shot at Roman at Wrestlemania. Cody has won over the fans and when it comes to actually earning the title shot, he won this year’s Royal Rumble. Cody has done everything he can, but the prospect of Rock vs. Roman might've tainted those plans.
Business wise, Rock vs. Roman seems like the obvious plan. It’s the names people know. It’s the one that can make the most money. So it makes sense to go with that match. But to put to the side the multi year year story that is the story of Cody Rhodes, to fans like myself, it’s not right.
The Rock came in and took something not only from Cody Rhodes, but from the fans as well.
In conclusion, while the allure of a Rock-Roman showdown is undeniable, the time is ripe for Cody Rhodes to step into the spotlight and seize his moment on the grandest stage of them all.
His journey from underdog to trailblazer embodies the spirit of WrestleMania – a celebration of passion, perseverance, and the pursuit of greatness. So, as the wrestling world eagerly anticipates the spectacle of WrestleMania, let us dare to dream of a showdown between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns and hope that Cody can finish his story.
