WrestleMania 40: Cody Rhodes Triumphs Over Roman Reigns in Epic Showdown

The Epic Showdown

In a thrilling two-night WrestleMania 40 event held at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, wrestling fans witnessed an epic showdown between Cody Rhodes, famously known as the American Nightmare, and Roman Reigns for the WWE Universal Championship. This clash marked the culmination of a long-standing feud, with Rhodes emerging victorious to become the Undisputed WWE Universal champion.

Rhodes’ Journey to Victory

Rhodes’ path to victory was anything but easy. Dubbed the ‘Bloodline Rules’ match, Reigns had the entire force of the Bloodline backing him up, setting the stage for a fiercely contested battle. These rules stemmed from an earlier defeat for Cody and his team partner Seth Rollins against Reigns and The Rock on the first day of the event.

Intense Moments in the Ring

As tensions escalated in the ring, Jey Uso was the first person to offer help to Rhodes. However, after Jey’s brother, Jimmy, entered the ring to help Roman avoid losing, Jey took on his brother one-on-one. Solo Sikoa, another member of The Bloodline, extended his support to Reigns as he hit Cody with two Samoan Spikes. That’s when John Cena made an entry, forcing Sikoa to retreat.

Legendary Assistance

The situation became even more intense as wrestling legend The Rock entered the ring. He aided Reigns against Cody and Rollins, creating a three vs two situation that favored Bloodline. Despite the odds stacked against him, Cody Rhodes persevered, showcasing resilience and determination.

The Climactic Finale

The conclusion of Roman Reigns’ and Cody Rhodes’ stories mirrored a scene from a Marvel Avengers movie. Reigns, akin to Thanos, and The Bloodline had terrorized WWE for long enough. It was time for those wronged to finally team up with Rhodes’ Captain America to win the battle.

Memorable Moments and Takeaways

While WrestleMania 40 delivered several memorable moments, including Drew McIntyre and Bayley receiving well-deserved WrestleMania moments, some matches fell short of expectations. Nonetheless, the overall spectacle was a testament to the enduring popularity of WWE and its ability to captivate audiences.