5 things that could happen if Cody Rhodes loses to John Cena again at Money in the Bank
John Cena is set to team up with Logan Paul at Money in the Bank on Saturday to take on Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. It's a huge matchup, not just because of the superstars involved, but also the potential implications for the team that gets the victory.
Paul is gunning for another shot at Jey's World Heavyweight Championship, with Gunther set to get a crack first. Rhodes, on the other hand, likely wants a rematch against Cena in hopes of regaining the Undisputed WWE Title and saving wrestling.
But what if The American Nightmare suffered another loss to The Last Real Champion at MITB? Let's look at five things that might happen if Rhodes and 'Main Event' Jey come up short in Los Angeles.
#5. A potential heel turn into 'Homelander Cody'
John Cena's goal as The Last Real Champion is to ruin pro wrestling. One way to do it is if Cody Rhodes snaps after losing their tag team match at Money in the Bank. Some fans have been clamoring for Rhodes to turn heel, but it's something that hasn't crossed his mind.
If WWE throws a curveball and inexplicably turns The American Nightmare into 'Homelander Cody,' it will "ruin" what he built upon his return three years ago. Nevertheless, the Seth Rollins whispering something to Rhodes on SmackDown fueled more speculation online.
#4. Sets up Cody Rhodes to try and win King of the Ring
If WWE doesn't want to turn Cody Rhodes heel following another loss to John Cena, they could insert him in the King of the Ring tournament. It could be his pathway to getting a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at SummerSlam.
The only possible caveat about Rhodes entering KOTR is CM Punk continuously teasing a match against John Cena. It will be interesting to see what the company has planned for the first-ever two-night SummerSlam PLE.
#3. John Cena might earn a reason to duck Cody Rhodes
As mentioned above, John Cena wants to end his run as an active WWE Superstar by ruining pro wrestling. Maybe he could use another win over Cody Rhodes to deny him a rematch.
While it's hard to see Rhodes lose for the second consecutive premium live event, he's teaming up with the World Heavyweight Champion. Something has to give, and Cena constantly turning down The American Nightmare would make his heel run better.
#2. CM Punk could step up to challenge John Cena next
One of John Cena's biggest rivals is CM Punk, who has been vocal about his desire for a match in his farewell tour. Punk has also set his sights on the Undisputed WWE Championship, though it'll be hard to do since they are currently assigned to different brands.
However, trades between General Managers have happened, so it can be pulled off. With SummerSlam being two nights, WWE won't get a higher-profile match in Cena vs. Punk unless The Rock decides to wrestle this summer.
#1. Rematch for the Undisputed WWE Championship would get delayed
Regardless of the outcome at Money in the Bank, Cody Rhodes will likely get a rematch against John Cena in one way or another. But if Cena and Logan Paul win this Saturday, Rhodes' rematch for the Undisputed WWE Championship will be delayed.
Rhodes will have to earn his way to a match against the Undisputed WWE Champion, and perhaps the King of the Ring tournament would be the best way to do so. He knows a thing or two about finishing a story, and his story with The Last Real Champion is far from over.
