Since his WrestleMania XL win over Roman Reigns to become the Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes has remained unstoppable. This weekend, Rhodes marks 200 days as champion and will step into the ring with World Champion GUNTHER to compete for the inaugural Crown Jewel Title at WWE’s Crown Jewel event, adding an exciting new chapter to his title journey.
Cody Rhodes’ Journey to 200 Days as Champion
Rhodes has faced intense challenges since claiming the WWE Championship. His first feud with AJ Styles led to title defenses at Backlash France and Clash at the Castle. Despite a setback when teaming with Kevin Owens and Randy Orton against The Bloodline (Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa, and Tama Tonga) at Money in the Bank, Rhodes rallied back, retaining his title against Sikoa at SummerSlam with help from Roman Reigns.
Continuing his reign, Rhodes retained against Kevin Owens at Bash in Berlin and clashed with Solo Sikoa again in a steel cage match on SmackDown. Now, as he nears Daniel Bryan’s 210-day championship mark, Rhodes turns his focus to GUNTHER at Crown Jewel.
Rhodes vs. GUNTHER: A New Title Awaits
At Crown Jewel, Rhodes won’t be defending his WWE Championship but will be vying for the inaugural Crown Jewel Title, a newly minted championship expected to raise the stakes in the WWE. GUNTHER, known for his dominance, poses a formidable challenge. The two will collide in what is anticipated to be a landmark match, with fans eager to see who will claim the Crown Jewel Title and add a new accolade to their WWE legacy.
What’s Next for Cody Rhodes?
Whether he wins or loses the Crown Jewel Title, Rhodes’ WWE Championship run remains strong, with fans speculating about potential future defenses and milestone achievements. As Rhodes approaches Bryan’s title reign length, his legacy as a champion continues to grow.