In a shocking turn of events on WWE SmackDown, Cody Rhodes found himself on the receiving end of a brutal assault by Jacob Fatu and The Bloodline. The aftermath of this attack has left fans questioning the authenticity of Rhodes’ recent revelation about his health.

Speaking from a house show in Bloomington, Illinois, just a day after the vicious assault, Rhodes disclosed a significant injury sustained during the altercation:

“A little scoop for you, Bloomington,” Rhodes announced to the audience, “Last night, I did break two of my ribs.”

The severity of the injury raised immediate concerns among fans and pundits alike, speculating whether Rhodes would be sidelined from competition. However, Rhodes quickly dispelled any doubts about his commitment to defending his WWE Championship:

“The thought was, ‘Well, you can take off Bloomington. You can take off Kalamazoo. You can even take off next Friday, where the story began in 1978 — New York City,” Rhodes affirmed. “And my answer to that was emphatically, 100 percent, ‘Hell no.’”

This defiant declaration underscores Rhodes’ determination to continue fighting despite the physical setbacks. Known for his resilience, Rhodes referenced his history of competing through injuries, including a memorable Hell in a Cell victory over Seth Rollins despite suffering a torn pectoral muscle.

Scheduled to appear next on WWE programming at Madison Square Garden on the June 28 episode of SmackDown, Rhodes remains steadfast in his resolve to thwart the ambitions of Jacob Fatu and The Bloodline.

As speculation mounts over the authenticity of Rhodes’ injury revelation, fans are left to ponder whether this is a masterful piece of kayfabe or a genuine setback for the WWE Champion. Regardless, Rhodes’ unwavering commitment ensures that the drama surrounding his clash with The Bloodline will only intensify in the coming weeks.

Stay tuned as the saga unfolds, and the WWE universe awaits Rhodes’ next move in this gripping storyline.