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At Backlash 2024, Cody Rhodes will enter his first premium live event as Undisputed WWE Champion. The American Nightmare is also scheduled to put his championship on the line against AJ Styles, who defeated LA Knight on a recent episode of WWE SmackDown to earn this title shot.
Fans are already excited to witness the showdown between Rhodes and Styles, especially due to the impressive in-ring skills both stars possess.
Meanwhile, in this article, we will discuss four possible finishes for when Styles locks horns against Cody Rhodes in a title bout at Backlash 2024.
#4. Cody Rhodes secures a clean win
Cody Rhodes ended the historic reign of Roman Reigns at WrestleMania XL to become the Undisputed WWE Champion. So it will be no surprise to many that The American Nightmare indeed stands a great chance to emerge with a clean victory at Backlash 2024.
AJ Styles will undoubtedly put on a great match and try his best to become the champion. However, he might fall short at the end when Rhodes manages to connect with the Cross Rhodes and defeat The Phenomenal One to retain the title in his first PLE defense.
#3. The Rock might surprise the American Nightmare but fails in his mission
Before concluding his current run in the company, The Final Boss made clear his intention to target Cody Rhodes upon his comeback. As Backlash 2024 marks the first PLE title defense for Dusty's son, The Rock might surprise Cody by making an appearance during his match.
However, it's possible that despite Rock showing up, Cody Rhodes might still somehow be able to retain his world title.
Meanwhile, it is important to note that the chances of The Final Boss' presence at WWE Backlash are highly unlikely due to the show being held internationally in France. Also, the company seemingly doesn't have any immediate plans for Cody Rhodes-Rock's clash in WWE.
#2. LA Knight costs AJ Styles his title match
The WWE Universe has witnessed two singles clashes between Styles and Knight on television. However, as Triple H seemingly loves a trilogy in a feud, it's conceivable that LA Knight might cost the former WWE Champion at Backlash to set up their third match in the company.
As of right now, both Styles and The Megastar each hold a victory against each other. So a third match between these two will lead to the conclusion of their rivalry in the company.
#1. AJ Styles could shock the world
Despite there being minimal chances of this scenario unfolding, one of the potential finishes of this title match could see AJ Styles shock the world by becoming the new Undisputed WWE Champion at Backlash 2024. The Phenomenal One already has an astonishing set of accolades and this could be the latest addition.
Even in the past, Styles had defeated veterans like John Cena, which makes his victory at Backlash a possibility, though slight.
Meanwhile, in the past, fans have witnessed some incredulous surprises at Backlash PLE. One of which also saw Jinder Mahal dethroning Randy Orton for the WWE Championship in 2017. This title change was also something nobody expected to happen.
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