Drew McIntyre finally reached the pinnacle of WWE by defeating Cody Rhodes in a brutal Three Stages of Hell Match to capture the Undisputed WWE Championship. The win on the January 9th episode of SmackDown was a massive moment in McIntyres career, but now attention has shifted to how long his reign might actually last.
According to Bodyslam.net, theres growing speculation within WWE that McIntyre could hold onto the title all the way through WrestleMania. Internally, the expectation appears to be that he will remain champion heading into the companys biggest show of the yearand if thats the case, Cody Rhodes may once again be his opponent on the grand stage.
Rhodes has already declared himself for the Royal Rumble, looking to make history with a third consecutive Rumble win. However, because hes already won two in a row, theres talk that WWE could take a different creative route and have him earn a title opportunity through the Elimination Chamber instead. This would add a fresh twist to the ongoing storyline between Cody and Drew, which has already captivated fans over the last few months.
Before any of that can happen, McIntyre will face his first major test as champion. A Fatal 4-Way Match at Saturday Nights Main Event will determine his next challenger, with Randy Orton, Sami Zayn, Damian Priest, and Trick Williams all vying for the opportunity.
As WWEs road to WrestleMania picks up speed, all signs seem to point toward another chapter in the Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre sagaunless someone else steps up and changes the direction.
Do you want to see Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes again at WrestleMania, or should WWE go in a new direction? Drop your thoughts below and let us know what you think.
