Cody Rhodes has surfaced for the first time since losing the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41. His 378-day reign ended when Travis Scott interfered, aiding John Cena’s victory in Las Vegas.
The American Nightmare skipped both RAW and SmackDown after ‘Mania, fueling speculation about his WWE future. However, he was photographed with a fan at Universal Studios in Florida.
According to WrestleVotes, Rhodes took time off to be with family at Hollywood Studios. This aligns with his recent public sighting, confirming his temporary hiatus.
Cody Rhodes's recent picture with
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A fan at Universal Studios
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Backlash on May 10 in St. Louis will proceed without Rhodes, as he remains absent from WWE TV. Upon his return, a rematch with Cena seems inevitable.
Rumors suggest Cena and Scott may team up later this year. Meanwhile, Rhodes could ally with Bad Bunny for a potential tag feud against the duo.
For now, Cena prepares to defend his title against Randy Orton at Backlash. Their upcoming bout marks their first singles clash since 2017.