Cody Rhodes set to headline Saturday Night's Main Event: Report

Following WWE ’s Bad Blood Premium Live Event, Cody Rhodes appears to be facing a tough road ahead, with numerous challengers waiting in the wings. One of the most surprising developments has been the betrayal of his longtime friend, Kevin Owens , after Rhodes made a controversial decision to ally himself with Roman Reigns. As the dust settles from Bad Blood, all signs are pointing toward an intense showdown between Rhodes and Owens in the near future.

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The fallout from Cody Rhodes aligning with Roman Reigns has had far-reaching consequences. After a hard-fought match, Kevin Owens turned on his friend, seemingly out of frustration with Rhodes' decision to associate himself with the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion. This betrayal adds another layer of complexity to their relationship, as they had previously stood side by side as allies against common enemies. Now, Owens has positioned himself as a key adversary for Rhodes.

The rivalry between Rhodes and Owens is set to intensify, with fans already buzzing about a potential rematch. WWE is reportedly planning to capitalize on the shifting dynamics between the two, with their next confrontation expected to take place at WWE Bash in Berlin. This rematch is not only highly anticipated due to the in-ring talent of both superstars but also because of the dramatic shift in character alignments—Cody now a heel, and Owens the babyface.

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Saturday Night’s Main Event Returns
Adding to the excitement, WWE and NBC have announced the return of Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME), a show that hasn’t aired on television since August 2008. The two-hour special is scheduled for December 14, 2024, marking the 37th edition of the iconic show. SNME has a rich history, often featuring memorable matches and storylines that helped shape the landscape of professional wrestling, and its return is expected to be a major event for WWE fans.

Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer reported that the rematch between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens is likely to headline the event. This news has fueled speculation that the WWE intends to elevate SNME to a "Premium Live Event (PLE) quality show," further increasing its significance in the WWE calendar. While exact details of the event remain under wraps, Meltzer’s report has raised expectations for a blockbuster night of wrestling.


Possible Matches and Speculation


Although Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens seems to be the main event WWE is leaning toward, other high-profile matches are also being considered for the December show. Meltzer has previously reported that Randy Orton could be involved in the event as well, with a match against Owens being a possibility. Orton’s potential involvement adds another intriguing element to the show, especially as the 14-time world champion has been making waves since his return to WWE.

The combination of these storylines has set the stage for an explosive conclusion to 2024 in WWE. Whether Rhodes continues his reign as Undisputed WWE Champion or Owens rises to the challenge and dethrones him, fans are eager to see how this bitter rivalry unfolds on one of the biggest stages WWE will offer this year.

Also read: Randy Orton vs Kevin Owens happening at Saturday Nights’ Main Event: Reports