The drama surrounding the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship win at WrestleMania 39 continues to unfold, with shocking revelations about the original plans for the main event. Contrary to the eventual outcome, Roman Reigns was not the initial choice to win the coveted title against Cody Rhodes.
A Shift in Plans
According to sources close to Cody Rhodes, the ‘American Nightmare’ was indeed the original favorite to walk out of the SoFi Stadium with the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Rhodes’ incredible performance and dedication to the WWE universe made him a prime candidate for the top title. However, a last-minute change in plans changed everything.
“Vince [McMahon] had a clear vision for Roman Reigns, and that vision didn’t involve Cody Rhodes coming out on top,” a WWE insider revealed. “Despite Rhodes’ impressive build-up to the event, the decision was made to delay his championship win. It’s still unclear what ultimately led to this change in plans, but it’s clear that Vince had other ideas.”
Triple H’s Initial Opposition
But it was not just Vince McMahon who was opposed to the original plans. Sources close to the WWE hierarchy have revealed that Triple H, the current Head of Creative, initially vetoed the idea of Cody Rhodes winning the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. According to insiders, Triple H had reservations about Rhodes’ character development and felt that a win at WrestleMania 39 would have made him too overpowered.
“Triple H was hesitant to put the title on Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 39,” a WWE source confirmed. “He wanted to take a more measured approach and ensure that Rhodes’ character had the right level of momentum before crowning him champion. Given the high stakes of the event, it’s understandable that Triple H would want to get it just right.”
The Fallout
While Cody Rhodes may not have walked out of WrestleMania 39 with the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, his performance at the event was undoubtedly impressive. Rhodes brought his A-game, putting on a showstopping display against Roman Reigns. Despite the eventual outcome, Rhodes’ character gained immense momentum, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his next move.
As for Roman Reigns, his victory at WrestleMania 39 cemented his status as one of the top champions in the WWE universe. However, the controversy surrounding the original plans for the main event has raised questions about the WWE’s creative direction.
“It’s clear that there are different opinions within the WWE hierarchy, and that can sometimes lead to conflicting visions,” a wrestling expert observed. “While Roman Reigns’ win may have been the right choice for the moment, it’s also clear that Cody Rhodes was the original favorite to win. The WWE needs to find a way to balance creative differences and give fans what they want – a clear, compelling storyline with a satisfying conclusion.”
The Future of Cody Rhodes
Cody Rhodes’ future in the WWE universe remains uncertain. While he did not win the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at WrestleMania 39, his performance at the event was undoubtedly impressive. Rhodes’ character has gained immense momentum, and fans are eagerly anticipating his next move.
“Rhodes has a lot of potential, and his character development is still in its early stages,” the WWE source noted. “Given the right storyline and creative direction, I wouldn’t be surprised to see him become a top contender for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship in the near future.”
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding Roman Reigns’ win at WrestleMania 39 has raised more questions than answers. While the WWE may have made the right choice for the moment, it’s clear that there are different opinions within the hierarchy. As the WWE continues to navigate the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling, one thing is certain – fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the Cody Rhodes saga.
The WWE’s creative direction will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion in the coming weeks and months. Will Cody Rhodes finally get his chance to shine as the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion? Only time will tell.