Cody Rhodes versus AJ Styles II is set to be a thrilling match, but there’s little chance that Styles will make Rhodes utter the words “I Quit” at this point in his career.
Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles delivered an amazing match at WWE Backlash. The two veterans were expected to perform exceptionally, but the crowd reaction elevated the bout to one of the year’s biggest moments. Running it back at Clash at the Castle in Scotland makes sense. However, turning this into an “I Quit” match spoils the outcome.
Cody Rhodes is the champion WWE needs in this post-WrestleMania and post-Vince McMahon era. As the company distances itself from the serious allegations facing McMahon and John Laurinaitis, Rhodes, as the front-facing man, provides a performer who can carry the brand’s legacy. He was the right choice to dethrone Roman Reigns, and that moment delivered. Two months later, the momentum is palpable, and WWE aims to capitalize on it for as long as possible.
AJ Styles won’t defeat Cody Rhodes, and this match type makes it clear. Imagine a scenario where Rhodes, the figurehead of the company, quits due to enduring too much pain in a match. That’s not going to happen. Not with this version of Rhodes.
However, the impact on Styles is intriguing. The current storyline portrays Styles as desperate for one final run at the top. As he’s mentioned, Styles doesn’t have much time left and is willing to do whatever it takes to capture the WWE Undisputed Championship. Fans want to see Styles achieve this goal. Many believe Styles never truly had his time at the top in WWE, and regardless of opinions on that, he deserves recognition as one of the best in the industry. Despite this, he’s going to lose this match.
AJ Styles versus Cody Rhodes II promises to be an epic battle. The fans in Scotland are already excited for this show, and a big title match is the icing on the cake. Expect the duo to check all the boxes in the match, including brawling through the crowd. There’s a push for Styles to have one last run at the top of his career, and while that may happen, it won’t be in Scotland. Making this an “I Quit” match reveals WWE’s intention for Cody Rhodes to successfully retain in this pivotal matchup.
