Cody Rhodes Confirms Main Event Match After WWE SmackDown Clash

Cody Rhodes confirmed a main event match against Gunther on WWE SmackDown after a fiery confrontation. The clash sets the stage for Saturday Night's Main Event, where Rhodes and CM Punk will team up against Gunther and Sami Zayn.

What happened on WWE SmackDown?

Gunther opened the show by addressing the crowd, claiming he had been mistreated on SmackDown. He accused General Manager Nick Aldis of bias, arguing he should be WWE Champion. Rhodes interrupted, leading to a physical altercation. WWE official Adam Pearce then announced that Gunther and Rhodes would face off in the main event.

Rhodes and Punk are set to team up against Gunther and Zayn at Saturday Night's Main Event. Pearce revealed a stipulation: if Gunther and Zayn win, the WWE Championship match will become a four-way. Rhodes demanded a singles match against Gunther, which Pearce granted.

Why it matters for Cody Rhodes

This confrontation highlights Rhodes' ongoing rivalry with Gunther, who has targeted him and Aldis. Rhodes' victory in the main event could weaken Gunther's position ahead of Saturday Night's Main Event. A win would also solidify Rhodes' standing as a top contender in WWE.

What comes next?

Rhodes' match against Gunther on SmackDown will determine momentum heading into Saturday Night's Main Event. If Rhodes wins, he and Punk will enter the tag team match with confidence. If Gunther prevails, he gains leverage in the WWE Championship picture.

Finn Balor also competed on SmackDown, facing Talla Tonga in a continuation of their rivalry. Balor's victory over Tama Tonga last week set the stage for this rematch. The outcome could impact future storylines involving the Bullet Club OG.