Kevin Owens is set to challenge Cody Rhodes, the reigning WWE Undisputed Champion, in a highly anticipated ladder match at the upcoming WWE Royal Rumble. This fierce rivalry escalated dramatically during a recent WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, captivating fans worldwide.
Prior to the event, Triple H, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, granted Rhodes the coveted Winged Eagle WWE Championship for “one night only.” Sporting the iconic belt, Rhodes retained his title against Owens in an intense match. However, post-match tensions boiled over as Owens brutally attacked Rhodes with a piledriver, leaving officials scrambling to restore order. In a shocking twist, Owens made off with the Winged Eagle Championship.
Since the altercation, Owens has claimed the Winged Eagle Championship as his own, boldly declaring himself the champion. In a recent SmackDown episode, General Manager Nick Aldis confronted Owens with an ultimatum: return the stolen title by the end of the night or face dire consequences.
Owens defiantly responded from his car, dismissing Aldis’s demands and insisting he would only confront Aldis on his own terms. When they finally met in the ring, Rhodes emerged to challenge Owens to a ladder match that would put both the WWE Championship and the invaded Winged Eagle title on the line.
In a follow-up announcement, Aldis officially scheduled this explosive encounter for the WWE Royal Rumble on February 1 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Following the announcement, Owens targeted Rhodes again, further aggravating his injuries.
Kevin Owens Claims His Title
As the Royal Rumble approaches, Owens has taken to social media, publicly asserting himself as the “true” and “rightful” WWE Champion while showcasing the Winged Eagle title.
With the stakes higher than ever, fans are eager to witness whether Owens can dethrone Rhodes and seize both titles or if Rhodes will manage another successful defense. The unfolding drama between these two superstars continues to keep WWE fans on the edge of their seats.
