Tonight’s edition of WWE SmackDown was significant, as Cody Rhodes received news that he might have two matches lined up for WrestleMania 40. Although absent from the show, the American Nightmare was present at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona.
Following WWE SmackDown, Rhodes engaged in a dark main event against Drew McIntyre. Despite Grayson Waller’s interference leading to a disqualification, Rhodes emerged victorious, leaving the crowd pleased, according to reports from numerous Twitter users in attendance.
This victory follows McIntyre’s triumph over Rhodes on Monday Night RAW, with interference from The Bloodline. With momentum on his side, Rhodes is poised to challenge Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 40.
Moreover, The Visionary appears to be joining forces with The American Nightmare on Night One of the event, following a significant offer made by The Rock during WWE SmackDown. The Hollywood superstar proposed a tag team match against Rhodes and Rollins, with Roman Reigns as his partner, introducing intriguing stakes to the mix.