Cody Rhodes is not rattled by the chaos that has overtaken his WrestleMania 42 build, and he made that clear on social media after the latest SmackDown escalation.
What began as a straightforward legacy match between Rhodes and Randy Orton has evolved into something considerably more complicated. Pat McAfee was inserted into the storyline as Orton's ally, with music star Jelly Roll stepping up on Rhodes' side to even the odds. Friday's episode of SmackDown added another layer when Rhodes and Jelly Roll were attacked by McAfee and Orton in a post-match assault that left both men laid out.
After a fan reacted to the segment online, Rhodes responded on X with a message that made his mindset clear.
"We are gonna stand in the pocket, stare down every foolish obstacle, and throw! A normal WrestleMania for us."
The comment lands differently when you consider Rhodes' recent history. His road to WrestleMania has rarely been straightforward, with unexpected complications and last-minute changes becoming a recurring theme in his title defenses. From Roman Reigns to The Rock's involvement to constant faction interference, chaos has followed Rhodes to WrestleMania more often than not.
This year is no different. Rhodes defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against Orton in the expected Night One main event of WrestleMania 42 on April 18 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
