Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens Announced for WWE Saturday’s Night Main Event

Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens are about to settle their explosive rivalry in the ring. WWE announced on November 25 that Cody Rhodes will defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Long Island, NY.

The bad blood between Rhodes and Owens has reached a boiling point in recent weeks. From Kevin Owens laying out Randy Orton with a piledriver to their fiery confrontation on SmackDown, the tension is at an all-time high. Cody made it clear he wants revenge, but Owens has played mind games, blaming Rhodes for everything that’s gone wrong and refusing to grant him a match—until now.

WWE broke the news on social media, stating, “There’s no love lost between these two. @CodyRhodes will defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against @FightOwensFight at Saturday Night’s Main Event! 📍 LONG ISLAND, NY 🎟️ http://ms.spr.ly/6013W0ipT.”

This announcement comes after an intense showdown on SmackDown, where Cody and Owens exchanged harsh words. Kevin Owens taunted Cody from the crowd, blaming him for Randy Orton’s injury and his own failures. Cody fired back, calling out Owens’ pattern of self-destruction, saying, “Nobody holds Kevin Owens down more than Kevin Owens.” The segment ended with Owens promising a match “when I say it’s happening” and Cody declaring that Owens’ real hatred is directed at himself.

The stakes are monumental, as Cody’s Undisputed WWE Championship is on the line. With Owens’ vicious piledriver still fresh in fans’ minds and Cody’s determination to prove he’s the top dog, this showdown promises to be unforgettable.

Saturday Night’s Main Event take place Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 8 p.m. ET and will air live on NBC and stream simultaneously on Peacock. As always, Ringside News will have live play-by-play coverage of the event.

What do you think about Cody Rhodes defending his title against Kevin Owens? Will Cody retain, or is Owens set to make history? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let us know who you’re rooting for!