Cody Rhodes Wins King of the Ring But At What Cost? Cody Rhodes Claims the Crown
Cody Rhodes is officially the new King of the Ring after defeating Randy Orton in the final match at WWE’s Night of Champions event. This major win puts Rhodes in the spotlight and gives him a straight path to the Undisputed WWE Championship match at SummerSlam. However, fans aren’t just talking about his victory—they’re talking about how he won.
Although Rhodes got the win, the way he secured it has caused a stir among fans and insiders. In a crucial moment, he threw Randy Orton ribs-first into the exposed steel part of the turnbuckle. After that, he finished Orton off with his signature move, the Cross Rhodes. While legal, this move left many fans questioning whether the win was truly fair.
Will SummerSlam Become a Four-Way Match?
Because of the controversy, fans are now wondering whether WWE might change plans for SummerSlam. Some believe Orton will approach WWE CEO Triple H to push for a change—possibly turning the match from a one-on-one fight into a four-man battle. Names like Orton, CM Punk, and even John Cena have been mentioned as possible additions to the match.
This idea gained more attention after another match full of drama. CM Punk’s bout ended in chaos when Seth Rollins got involved, which may have set the stage for Punk to demand a rematch with Cena. With so many top names involved, WWE might decide that a Four-Way Fatal match is the best way to satisfy everyone.
If that happens, the pressure will be on Cody Rhodes more than ever. He has worked hard to earn this opportunity, but adding more opponents would make the path to victory much harder. And based on recent actions, fans think Rhodes might start showing a more aggressive or even “heelish” side in response.
A Possible Heel Turn and New Alliances
Some fans believe that if the pressure keeps building, Rhodes might go even further and break the rules to win the championship. In a bold twist, there’s even talk that he could align himself with The Rock—something that would shock the WWE Universe and hurt his reputation with fans who still see him as a hero.
If Rhodes does join forces with The Rock, it would likely be seen as a betrayal by John Cena, especially if it costs Cena the title. It could spark a new rivalry and change how fans view Rhodes moving forward. This could be a risky business move for WWE, but one that adds plenty of drama.
Whether Rhodes stays true to himself or turns heel, one thing is clear: the stakes are higher than ever. With all the speculation and possible surprises, this year’s SummerSlam is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about events in WWE history.
All Eyes on SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium
This SummerSlam will be extra special because it will be held over two nights—August 2 and 3—at MetLife Stadium. It’s the first time SummerSlam will be split into two nights, giving WWE more time to tell big stories and deliver epic matches.
No matter what happens next, fans are excited to see how the story unfolds. Will it be Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena? Or will it be a wild Four-Way match filled with legends, surprises, and betrayal? Only time will tell—but all eyes are on SummerSlam.
