Since losing the title, fans have witnessed a more intense and desperate side of Cody Rhodes. General Manager Nick Aldis has announced a Fatal Four-Way at Saturday Night’s Main Event XLIII to determine McIntyre’s challenger for the Royal Rumble. If Rhodes is not part of that match, he could take matters into his own hands.
One possible scenario is Rhodes attacking the winner backstage, leaving Aldis with no choice but to insert him into the title bout in Riyadh. This darker, calculated move would show a ruthless side of The American Nightmare, ensuring he gets McIntyre one-on-one.