Ladies and gentlemen, grab your popcorn because the saga of Cody Rhodes just got another epic twist! Since clinching the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, Rhodes has not only cemented his spot at the top but has also sparked debates about his place in WWE history. And guess what? According to wrestling guru Dave Meltzer, Rhodes is standing tall among the legends.
On Sunday’s “Wrestling Observer Radio,” Meltzer dropped a bombshell: Cody Rhodes’ drawing power surpasses that of John Cena during his prime in the mid-2000s to early-2010s. That’s right, folks. If the numbers don’t lie, Rhodes is the most successful top star WWE has seen since the days of “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. We’re talking Attitude Era levels here!
While some die-hard fans might still argue about who shines brighter, there’s no denying Rhodes’ box office magic in 2024. WrestleMania 40 was nothing short of legendary, with Rhodes headlining both nights and drawing the highest gate in the event’s history. And the hits kept coming with Backlash, where Rhodes vs. AJ Styles set records for WWE’s biggest gate ever in France. Talk about making history, folks!
And the drama is far from over. Rhodes is gearing up for WWE Clash at the Castle, likely facing Styles in a highly-anticipated rematch. The tension between these two skyrocketed on “SmackDown” when Styles, in a classic wrestling twist, faked a retirement speech only to ambush Rhodes with a brutal attack. The stage is set, and the stakes have never been higher.
So, buckle up, WWE Universe. Cody Rhodes is on a roll, and there’s no telling where this ride will take us next.