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Cody 'Raheem' Rhodes — The Story Behind the Name

Cody Rhodes made a timely and unexpected cultural reference during the opening segment of the February 6 episode of WWE SmackDown. Addressing the widely

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Why it is Time to Bring Back the WWE Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic

The Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic was a bracket-style tournament contested on NXT for many years. It was held in 2015 and 2016, then annually from 2018 until 2022, and then again in 2024.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

3 Stages of Hell Matches Announced on 1/2 WWE SmackDown

On next week’s January 9, 2026, edition of WWE SmackDown, live from Berlin, Germany, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes is set to take on Drew McIntyre in a brutal 3 Stages of Hell Match for the championship.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

Hell Freezes Over in Berlin: Why WWE’s Drew McIntyre Needs to Beat Cody Rhodes

2025 is now in the rearview mirror, and WWE isn’t wasting any time by starting 2026 off with a bang on SmackDown. The January 9, 2026, edition will air from Berlin, Germany’s Uber Arena, as part of WWE’s annual European tour.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 30

Update On Who Made The Call For Cody Rhodes To Lose At WrestleMania 39

The stars were aligned for Cody Rhodes to get a major championship victory in the main event of WrestleMania 39 in Los Angeles. Rhodes returned from a a major pectoral injury at the Royal Rumble and then won that match to earn a shot at Roman Reigns and the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania that year.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 22

Cody Rhodes Opens Up On Corporate Cody Persona Outside Of WWE

Cody Rhodes is a two-time Undisputed Champion and one of the faces of WWE. Prior to his ascent to the top of WWERhodes was a fledgling mid-card talent who left the company on his own free will in order to level up and become a bigger star in the pro wrestling industry.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 4

Cody Rhodes Plans On Leaving WWE Sooner Than You Might Think

Cody Rhodes has effectively revealed when he plans to retire from WWE. However, until we know how long his current contract runs and the length of his next one, we won't know for sure when The American Nightmare will be nearing the end of his career.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 20

WWE Champion Cody Rhodes Explains Why He Can't Turn Heel

Cody Rhodes has ruled out a potential heel turn and explained why fans shouldn't expect to see a villainous WWE Champion anytime soon. Cody Rhodes is one of WWE's most popular superstars and is in his second reign as WWE Champion.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Dustin Rhodes Assigns Blame After Hulk Hogan’s Death

Following the shocking news of Hulk Hogan’s passing, wrestling legend Dustin Rhodes, known to millions as Goldust in WWE, took to social media to share a deeply personal and provocative reaction: “Hospitals truly kill people.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

3 Pro Wrestling Promos to Stick it to the Man

Professional wrestling, and this may sound hyperbolic, is a spiritual experience. Through the storytelling of choreographed violence and charismatic wrestling promos, this medium strikes its fans in unique ways.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / June 11

The Wrestling World Pays Tribute To Dusty Rhodes On 10th Anniversary Of His Passing

It's hard to believe, but it has now been 10 years since we lost 'The American Dream' Dusty Rhodes. One of the most mesmeric, influential and iconic stars

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / April 9

Who Is Cody Rhodes?

Cody Rhodes, born Cody Garrett Runnels on June 30, 1985, in Marietta, Georgia, is a professional wrestler, executive, and actor who has become one of the most influential figures in modern wrestling.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / April 1

Decoding Hidden References In The Final John Cena Vs. Cody Rhodes Promo Battle

On the March 31 episode of Monday Night RAW in London, England, John Cena and Cody Rhodes went face to face in what is expected to be their final promo battle before their WWE Championship clash at WrestleMania 41, with Cena not advertised for more appearances before the Show Of Shows.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 14, 2024

Cody Rhodes Retains The WWE Undisputed Championship Defeating Kevin Owens At Saturday Night's Main Event

Cody Rhodes retained his WWE Undisputed Championship in a hard-hitting match with Kevin Owens at Saturday Night’s Main Event. Rhodes appeared with the classic Winged Eagle Championship, an emblematic part of the history of Saturday Night’s Main Event.

Wrestling News / Ringside Intel / September 5, 2024

Could A Lawsuit Soon Cost WWE Champ Cody Rhodes His ‘American Nightmare’ Nickname?

A new court filing could soon block Cody Rhodes from further use of his iconic “American Nightmare” moniker. When Cody Rhodes left WWE in 2016, he believed making better use of his lineage was a route to success outside the top company in professional wrestling.

Wrestling News / Trade Talk Sports / April 8, 2024

Cody Rhodes Finishes Story at Record-Breaking WrestleMania 40

Cody Rhodes is the new Undisputed WWE Universal Heavyweight Champion. He defeated Roman Reigns in a star-studded main event on Night Two of WrestleMania 40 — a record-breaking event for WWE by every possible metric.