Undisputed champion leaves main event battered
Summary
– Cody Rhodes retains Undisputed WWE Title against Randy Orton
– Post-match attack leaves Rhodes with swollen shut eye
– WWE World appearance canceled amid concussion concerns
Cody Rhodes walked out of WrestleMania 42 with the Undisputed WWE Championship, but the victory came at a high cost. The night, one main event against Randy Orton turned into a physical war that left the champion visibly battered.
The closing stretch of the match saw Orton counter a Cody Cutter attempt with a perfectly timed RKO. Moments later, Rhodes was shown bleeding, adding to the intensity of the closing sequence as both competitors pushed through the damage.
Rhodes regained control and delivered the Cross Rhodes to secure the win. Despite the victory, the punishment did not stop once the bell rang.
Orton continued the assault after the match, striking Rhodes with the championship and following up with a punt kick. The attack left the champion lying out as the show came to a close.
During the post-show, Rhodes appeared in rough condition while being evaluated by medical staff. His left eye was completely swollen shut, highlighting the toll the match and aftermath had taken on him.
The situation forced changes to his immediate schedule. His appearance at WWE World on Sunday was canceled due to injuries, and it was noted that he would enter concussion protocol following the match.
Rhodes remains the champion, but WrestleMania 42 may have left lasting effects beyond the win.
