Cody Rhodes' WWE return sparks backlash; wrestling veteran baffled by his new challenge (Exclusive)

Former WWE head writer Vince Russo discussed Cody Rhodes' return at Saturday Night's Main Event. The former Undisputed WWE Champion appeared for the first time since WrestleMania 41.

At Saturday Night's Main Event XXXIX, John Cena showed up and decided to beat down Jey Uso during The YEET Master's World Heavyweight Title match against Logan Paul. Just then, Cody's music hit, and the star showed up to help his friend. After Jey pinned Paul, Rhodes issued a challenge to Cena and Paul for a tag match at Money in the Bank.

During the latest episode of Sportskeeda Wrestling's Legion of RAW, Russo ridiculed the booking while questioning Cody's priorities. He explained that The American Nightmare lost his title at WrestleMania through unfair means, but the first thing he wanted after returning was a tag team match. The veteran writer was confused why Rhodes wouldn't go after the title again.

"And, bro, Cody Rhodes comes back; his big return from WrestleMania. We haven't seen the guy in five-six weeks, and he comes back to challenge for [sic] a tag team match. He doesn't want a rematch against Cena. No, no, no, I don't want a rematch after getting hit by a 120-lb rapper. Let's go to the tag match; let's have a tag match. Oh my God!" he said. [From 38:26 onwards]

Cody Rhodes will be looking to exact revenge at Money in the Bank after Cena took the Undisputed WWE Title away from him at WrestleMania 41. It will be interesting to see what The American Nightmare has to say on SmackDown this week.

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