Fan response to Kevin Owens’ attack on Cody Rhodes at Saturday Night’s Main Event could trigger major character changes. The crowd cheered for Owens when he raised the Winged Eagle version of the Undisputed WWE Title after delivering a piledriver to Rhodes.
The audience chanted “You deserve it” as Rhodes was stretchered from the arena. This reaction indicates potential disconnect between fans and Rhodes’ current persona, while Owens’ actions and justifications have found increasing support from viewers.
Rhodes’ last heel run occurred between December 2016 and July 2018. The recent crowd reactions suggest a possible revisit to this character direction, particularly as Owens positions himself more as an anti-hero than traditional antagonist in their ongoing rivalry.
The championship match itself featured several controversial elements, including Rhodes using a steel chair for his finisher and referee Charles Robinson counting from outside the ring. These factors, combined with Triple H’s post-show confrontation with Owens, suggest an extended program between the two competitors.
The feud could continue through Royal Rumble 2025, allowing for additional story development and confrontations. Rhodes is expected to seek revenge upon his return from the kayfabe injury – diagnosed as axial compression of the cervical spine and cervical strain with spasm.
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