Kosport Magazine: Cody Rhodes Defeats Roman Reigns for WWE Undisputed Universal Championship
It was a night to remember at WrestleMania 40 as Cody Rhodes finally achieved his dream of becoming the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion. After a heartbreaking loss at WrestleMania 39, Rhodes was determined to come out on top this time around.
But it wasn’t an easy road for Rhodes. He had to compete under Bloodline rules, thanks to The Rock and Reigns defeating him and Seth Rollins in the main event of night one of WrestleMania 40 on Saturday. However, Rhodes didn’t let this setback stop him.
The highly anticipated match saw run-ins by Reigns’ family members Jimmy Uso, Solo Sikoa, and The Rock. But Rhodes had some legendary friends of his own, with Jey Uso, John Cena, Seth Rollins, and even The Undertaker coming to his aid. The crowd at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia was on their feet as Rhodes secured the three-count and claimed the championship.
The excitement wasn’t just limited to the arena, as fighters from various organizations, including UFC stars Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen, were watching and reacting to the spectacle. It was a night that will go down in history as one of the most memorable WrestleMania main events.
Kosport Magazine: Fighters React to Cody Rhodes’ Victory at WrestleMania 40
As expected, the MMA community was buzzing with reactions to Cody Rhodes’ victory at WrestleMania 40. Here’s what some of the top fighters had to say:
Great cash in by Damian Priest! Loved it.
Loved Cody finishing his story! Business-wise, is it the right move?
Does it help to have a champion that is always available? It seems to make them almost normal, and then fans turn on them!
This celebration is the worst and least planned moment in the history of WrestleMania.
Haven’t watched WrestleMania in a minute, but that main event!
There is no explanation or justification for how awful this match is. There is nothing thus far that resembles a fight.
I have so much anxiety watching this right now, omgggggggg.
It’s clear that Rhodes’ victory has sparked a lot of discussion and debate among fighters and fans alike. Only time will tell if he can live up to the expectations of being a champion and continue to make history in the WWE.
