As the wrestling world buzzes with speculation, Cody Rhodes’ reign as the Undisputed WWE Champion, which began at WrestleMania XL, could face a significant shake-up at SummerSlam. This possibility was highlighted by former WWE host Matt Camp on his podcast, “The Wrestling Matt.” Camp suggested that Rhodes’ first world title reign might come to an end at the hands of a major WWE star—none other than Randy Orton.
Cody Rhodes, known as The American Nightmare, has been a dominant force since capturing the Undisputed WWE Championship. His recent victory over AJ Styles at Clash at the Castle further solidified his status as a top-tier champion. However, Matt Camp believes that Rhodes’ toughest challenge is yet to come.
On his podcast, Matt Camp discussed the potential future of Rhodes’ championship reign. He suggested that Rhodes could soon find himself in a heated rivalry with his former Legacy leader, Randy Orton. Camp emphasized that Orton would be Rhodes’ first legitimate challenger for the championship.
“To me, Randy would be his first legitimate challenge to that championship,” Camp stated. “Didn’t think AJ was winning either match. Didn’t think Logan Paul was winning either match. Nobody else did either. But Randy Orton, super heel Randy Orton, at SummerSlam against Cody Rhodes, is very believable. It’s easy to see Randy walk out with the WWE Championship on that night.”
The idea of Randy Orton challenging Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam has garnered significant attention. Orton, known for his vicious and strategic in-ring style, would be a formidable opponent for Rhodes. Camp’s prediction is that Orton could potentially dethrone Rhodes, though he might not hold the title for long.
“Not to say he would keep it forever, not to say he would even keep it for a long time,” Camp elaborated. “Cody would get that title back maybe by Survivor Series. That’s okay to have him chase a little bit.”
At Clash at the Castle, Randy Orton and Kevin Owens assisted Cody Rhodes in countering an attack from The Bloodline. This alliance could play a crucial role in the storyline leading up to SummerSlam. Camp speculates that The American Nightmare, The Viper, and The Prizefighter might team up to take on Solo Sikoa’s group, adding another layer of intrigue to the feud.
The potential feud between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton is not only a clash of two top WWE stars but also a nod to their shared history in The Legacy faction. This rivalry could bring intense drama and high-stakes matches to WWE programming, captivating fans and shaping the championship landscape.
As SummerSlam approaches, the WWE Universe eagerly awaits to see if Matt Camp’s predictions come true. Whether Rhodes retains his title or Randy Orton seizes the championship, the road to Survivor Series promises to be an exciting and unpredictable journey.
Cody Rhodes’ title reign has been marked by significant victories and strong performances. However, the looming challenge of Randy Orton at SummerSlam presents a new and formidable threat. With the possibility of a short-term title change and a subsequent chase, WWE fans are in for a thrilling storyline that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the wrestling world.
