Dont expect Cody Rhodes to campaign for another legends night hes officially over nostalgia in wrestling.
Speaking on his What Do You Wanna Talk About? podcast, the WWE star made it crystal clear that while he respects the legends who paved the way, hes not interested in seeing them keep showing up for in-ring returns or storyline spots. In his words, its time to move forward.
Cody Rhodes made it clear that hes not trying to be disrespectful he simply believes the focus should be on the future of the business, not constantly leaning on the past.
He also called out a culture of complacency that he feels is holding talent back, urging wrestlers to chase greatness rather than settle for just good enough.
Codys anti-nostalgia stance comes just months after a major moment that symbolized the change hes talking about. On the July 12, 2025 edition of Saturday Nights Main Event, GUNTHER defeated Goldberg in what was promoted as Goldbergs final match, officially closing the book on one of wrestlings most dominant legends. The match was widely seen as a passing of the torch from one era to the nextexactly the kind of progress Cody wants more of.
Love him or hate him, Cody is saying what a lot of people in the locker room wontand it sounds like hes not afraid to be the one pushing the business forward, even if it means challenging sacred traditions.
Should WWE move away from relying on nostalgia acts or is there still a place for legends on the stage they helped build? Drop your thoughts in the comments we want to hear what you think.
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