Rhodes hospitalized following brutal package piledriver; diagnosis revealed

Summary

– Cody Rhodes was stretchered out of WWE SNME after Kevin Owens delivered a package piledriver

– WWE confirmed Rhodes suffered axial compression of the cervical spine and a cervical strain with spasm

– Rhodes successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Title earlier in the night but faces an uncertain recovery timeline

Cody Rhodes’ title defense at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event ended on a high note, but his night took a dangerous turn after the broadcast ended. Kevin Owens ambushed the Undisputed WWE Champion with a vicious package piledriver, leaving Rhodes to be stretchered out of the arena.

WWE later announced that Rhodes was diagnosed with axial compression of the cervical spine, a cervical strain, and muscle spasms following the attack. While X-rays confirmed there were no fractures, Rhodes spent the night under observation at a local hospital.

The extent of Rhodes’ injury and his timeline for return remain unclear. The attack capped off a highly physical match where Rhodes retained his title in a hard-fought main event against Owens.

Fans are left wondering how this injury will impact Rhodes’ championship reign and what’s next for Kevin Owens after his brutal assault. Stay tuned to WWE’s social media for updates on the champion’s condition.