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The excitement is building towards Saturday's WWE Royal Rumble PLE, and tonight's episode of SmackDown made clear who fans want to prevail. There have already been 18 participants revealed for the men's Rumble match, including Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Bron Breakker, and Brock Lesnar.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Why Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu’s WWE Match Disqualification was Necessary

When Jacob Fatu returned three weeks ago, he only had one thing on his mind. He wanted to confront the person he thought injured him. During that time, Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre were battling in the Three Stages of Hell match for the Undisputed WWE Championship.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 26

Ex-WWE star wanted Cody Rhodes to retire John Cena

WWE have been told they made the wrong decision by booking Gunther as the man to retire John Cena and that Cody Rhodes would have been the better option.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / January 25

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event Montreal 1/24 Results: Cody Rhodes & Jacob Fatu Get Busy

The first Saturday Night’s Main Event of 2026 was live from the Bell Centre in Montreal as WWE’s tour outside the States continues onto next week’s Royal Rumble from Saudi Arabia.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 24

A Royal Rumble Trap? Why Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu Changes Everything at Saturday Night’s Main Event

The Road to the Royal Rumble officially runs through Montreal tonight, and the stakes couldn't be higher. With Cody Rhodes seeking blood against Jacob Fatu and a massive Fatal 4-Way set to determine Drew McIntyre’s next victim, Saturday Night’s Main Event feels less like a special and more like a reset for the entire WWE landscape.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 23

WWE Friday Night SmackDown Results and Recap: Jacob Fatu and Cody Rhodes Face To Face (January 23, 2026)

This article contains spoilers and results from WWE Friday Night SmackDown for January 23, 2026. You have been warned!WWE heads into Saturday Night's Main Event to determine the number one contender for Drew McIntyre's WWE Undisputed Championship, as Sami Zayn and Trick Williams have a tense showdown on tonight's Friday Night SmackDown.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 23

Major Update On WWE Plans For A Cody Rhodes Heel Turn

Cody Rhodes is the face of the WWE and has been since being crowned the Undisputed WWE Champion at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia. Since then, Rhodes has been involved with the biggest stars, the biggest matches, and the biggest feuds across the company.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 22

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event: Cody Rhodes | Preview, Card

With WWE programming moving at a relentless pace, it would be easy to overlook Saturday Night’s Main Event, which takes place this Saturday from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

Every WWE Championship Title Change on SmackDown, Ranked

Unquestionably, the WWE Championship is the most prestigious world title in WWE. The title has been in circulation for over six decades, with many of the all-time greats holding the gold.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 20

Could Cody Rhodes’ Battle with Jacob Fatu Derail His WWE Royal Rumble Plans?

On January 9, 2026, an episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown, Cody Rhodes faced a furious Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Three Stages of Hell match, where three matches would be contested in order to determine the winner.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / January 19

Royal Rumble 2026 Rumors: Entrants, Surprise Returns, Injury News

The WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is just weeks away, set for January 31 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the rumor mill is already churning with speculation about potential entrants, surprise returns, and the injury status of key WWE superstars.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 16

First Entrant in the Royal Rumble Revealed — Here's Who

For the first time in its history, the WWE Royal Rumble will take place outside the United States, emanating from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As always, the event will be anchored by the Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble Matches.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 16

Cody Rhodes Match Just Added to Saturday Night’s Main Event — And It’s Personal

WWE SmackDown: London featured another brawl that erupted in the middle of the show. Cody Rhodes addressed the WWE Universe to a mixed reaction. While the London crowd sang along to “Kingdom,” loud boos followed once the music stopped.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 16

First Entrant Made Official for Men’s 2026 WWE Royal Rumble Match on SmackDown

On this week’s WWE SmackDown in London, there was a special tension in the air, as this is the first SmackDown since Drew McIntyre became Undisputed WWE Champion.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 13

Major Update On Rumored Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns Rematch At WrestleMania 42

There's an old saying in the wrestling business, plans change, and that appears to be the case with one of the marquee matches that was reportedly being discussed for WrestleMania 42 this coming April.

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Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / January 12

Could Cody Rhodes Turn Heel After WWE Title Loss?

Cody Rhodes — one of WWE’s biggest stars and a fan-favorite babyface recently lost the WWE Championship on last week’s Friday Night SmackDown to Drew McIntyre, igniting intense speculation about his character’s direction.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Why Cody Rhodes’ Second Undisputed WWE Title Reign Was Underwhelming

In an epic twist that sent shockwaves through the entire WWE Universe, Drew McIntyre dethroned Cody Rhodes on SmackDown in Berlin. McIntyre won the Three Stages of Hell Match to become the new Undisputed WWE Champion.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 9

Backstage Update On Drew McIntyre's WWE Championship Win Over Cody Rhodes

With WrestleMania season on the horizon, WWE made the bold decision to take the Undisputed WWE Championship off of Cody Rhodes Friday night on SmackDown.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 8

Finn Balor Admits To Unusual Training Approach In Interview With Cody Rhodes

All pro athletes have different training regimens, workout routines, diets, and supplements to boost health, performance, and recovery. And while many follow the same general guidelines, sometimes stories emerge of the more unusual steps an athlete might take to gain an edge.