Cody Rhodes WWE Return Confirmed for SmackDown Episode

Cody Rhodes, absent from WWE screens since his loss to John Cena at WrestleMania 41, is set to make a potential return. Cena, now a 17-time World Champion, has been active in a feud with Randy Orton while Rhodes has been missing from live events. Speculation surrounding Rhodes’ comeback has been rife, with a recent development shedding light on the situation.

Rhodes Advertised for SmackDown Appearance

As Cena and Orton gear up for a showdown at Backlash PLE on May 10th, Cody Rhodes has been promoted to appear on the May 16 episode of SmackDown. The event is scheduled to take place at the Greensboro Coliseum in North Carolina, where Rhodes is listed as one of the show’s top stars alongside Orton, Tiffany Stratton, and LA Knight. However, it’s important to note that an advertisement does not guarantee an actual appearance, so fans should temper their expectations.

Matt Hardy Critiques WrestleMania 41 Match

Veteran WWE star Matt Hardy recently criticized the WrestleMania 41 match between Cody Rhodes and John Cena on his podcast, The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy. Hardy expressed disappointment in the match’s ending, particularly in how Cody was handled. He suggested that having The Rock present would have added depth to the storyline and protected Cody’s character better.

In related news, an Attitude Era WWE star remains open to a potential return to the ring.

Conclusion

With Cody Rhodes’ potential WWE return on the horizon, fans eagerly anticipate his appearance on the upcoming SmackDown episode. As speculation continues to swirl, the wrestling world remains abuzz with excitement over what the future holds for The American Nightmare.

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