Backstage news regarding the Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens match at WWE Royal Rumble 2025
As seen during the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble PLE, Cody Rhodes defeated Kevin Owens to retain the undisputed WWE Universal championship.
According to PWInsider.com, Kevin Owens was receiving “tons of praise” backstage following the match. Owens was not only given credit for the risks he took but also for his role in choreographing the match. Cody and others who helped plan the match were quick to give Owens credit whenever they received compliments, emphasizing that Owens was the one who truly deserved the recognition.
During the Royal Rumble post-show, WWE teased that Cody might be out of action as Jackie Redmond stated the following…
“I have it on good authority that ‘The American Nightmare’ Cody Rhodes is dealing with multiple injuries. In fact, his in-ring status may be uncertain. Considering it is officially Wrestlemania season, this could be devastating news if Cody Rhodes is unable to compete for any length of time.”