WWE has transitioned from the Roman Reigns era to the time of Cody Rhodes who emerged as the new champion by dethroning the Tribal Chief at WrestleMania 40 Sunday.
Rhodes’ victory opened doors to fresh opportunities for the entire locker room that was evident on tonight’s edition of SmackDown. The show featured two triple-threat matches, with their respective winners battling it out next week to determine Cody Rhodes’ first challenger for WWE Backlash in Lyon, France next month.
The first bout of the night saw The Megastar LA Knight clinch the victory and move on to next week’s match, while the other bout featured AJ Styles, Kevin Owens, and WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio looking to claim the same opportunity.
In an intense battle, all three superstars showcased their skills, captivating the audience with every move. The match was a thrilling back-and-forth, with each competitor vying for the chance to face Rhodes.
In the end, it was AJ Styles who emerged victorious after delivering a monumental Styles Clash from the top rope to Rey Mysterio and pinning him to secure their spot in next week’s one-on-one bout against his heated rival, LA Knight on SmackDown with the show going off the air as both men confronted each other.
What are your thoughts on AJ Styles winning the second triple-threat match and advancing to next week’s showdown against LA Knight in a WrestleMania 40 rematch? Share your thoughts in the comments!