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Cody Rhodes has been notably absent from WWE since WrestleMania 41. The American Nightmare lost the title to John Cena at the Grandest Stage of Them All, and Rhodes has not been seen on TV since.
However, as the Triple H-led promotion is just a few steps away from Backlash 2025 Premium Live event, reports are hinting toward Cody's return at this PLE.
In this article, we will discuss three things the former Undisputed WWE Champion can do at Backlash if he returns to the show.
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#3. Cody Rhodes might challenge the winner of John Cena vs Randy Orton
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One of the things Cody Rhodes can do at Backlash is issue a challenge to John Cena or Randy Orton for a title showdown. The Franchise Player was able to dethrone Rhodes after Travis Scott's distraction at Shows of the Shows.
So, the 39-year-old star may return in the post-match of Cena vs Orton and challenge the winner of the title bout. Cena is expected to retain his Undisputed Title, making a rematch between Cena and Rhodes WrestleMania possible after Backlash PLE.
#2. Rhodes might cost the Franchise Player
The rivalry of Cena and Rhodes remains unfinished, and there are realistic chances that Cody might return at Backlash and cost the Cenation Leader. Dusty's son may appear when John is on the verge of emerging as the victor.
The distraction of Cody Rhodes will allow the Legend Killer to strike an RKO, and eventually dethrone the villainous star as Champion. An angle like this will also plant seeds for a future Cody vs Orton showdown when Rhodes returns to chase the Undisputed Title.
#1. The American Nightmare might turn heel and shock the world
Though this scenario is unlikely to unfold, Cody Rhodes might shock the world by returning as a heel at Backlash 2025. The American Nightmare was the first choice of the Rock, and the Final Boss wants him to choose his side.
Upon Rhodes rejecting the offer, the Hollywood star chose Cena and aligned with him. However, after suffering the loss at WrestleMania 41, Cody may reconsider his decision to reject the Rock, and this time, he chose to align with him.
As a result, the American Nightmare might aid John Cena in dethroning Randy Orton rather than costing him. Later, it will be disclosed that Cody Rhodes and Cena are now aligned, thanks to the Final Boss.
