retained his Undisputed title in a thrilling match against Kevin Owens at the Saturday Night Main Event. However, the joy of retaining the title was overshadowed by a brutal attack from Owens. The prizefighter delivered a piledriver (a banned move) on the American Nightmare after the broadcast went off the air. WWE has provided an update on Rhodes health after the attack.
What injury did Cody Rhodes suffer after Kevin Owens attack?
The Stanford-based promotion company released a statement which said, “Cody Rhodes suffered cervical swelling and was kept overnight at a local hospital for observation. While X-Rays were negative for a fracture, Rhodes has been officially diagnosed with axial compression of the cervical spine, as well as a cervical strain with spasm.”
BREAKING: Earlier today it was confirmed that @CodyRhodes suffered cervical swelling and was kept overnight at a local hospital for observation. While X-Rays were negative for a fracture, Rhodes has been officially diagnosed with axial compression of the cervical spine, as well… pic.twitter.com/zyfdThsMQs
— WWE (@WWE) December 16, 2024
Will Cody Rhodes Wrestle Again?
While WWE has just shared update on Cody Rhodes injury, there is no information about his return date. The American Nightmare was placed onto a stretcher and taken in an ambulance for further evaluation. Owens’ actions drew the ire of WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Leveque, who confronted him before going behind the curtain. Rhodes’ title defense against Owens headlined WWE’s first Saturday Night’s Main Event since 2008.
WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event: Complete Results
Drew McIntyre beats Sami Zayn via pinfall
Liv Morgan beats Iyo Sky to retain the WWE Women’s World Championship
Gunther beats Finn Balor and Damian Priest to retain the WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Chelsea Green beats Michin to become the first WWE Women’s United States Champion
Cody Rhodes beat Kevin Owens to retain the WWE Undisputed Championship
