Cody Rhodes’ grand scheme revealed: Will "The American Nightmare" steal the MITB briefcase to face Reigns at WrestleMania 40?

The road to WrestleMania 40 promises a blockbuster clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns.

Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns face to face (Image credits: wwe.com)
By Blesson Daniel | Dec 3, 2023 | 2 Min Read follow icon Follow Us

The road to WrestleMania 40 promises a blockbuster clash between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns. However, the intriguing twist in this saga involves Rhodes strategically targeting Damian Priest to secure the Money in the Bank (MITB) briefcase.

While The Bloodline angle faces a lull, the heart of WWE Monday Night Raw pulsates with the drama surrounding Damian Priest, Finn Balor, JD McDonagh, Rhea Ripley, and Dominick Mysterio. The narrative teeters on the edge, with Priest emerging as a potential outlier in the tumultuous dynamics of The Judgement Day story.

To rekindle the Rhodes-Reigns feud, WWE orchestrates a two-fold scenario. Firstly, fans anticipate Rhodes as the chosen one to dethrone Roman Reigns, fueled by a year-long build-up since the controversial WrestleMania 39 finish. Simultaneously, Reigns’s reign has reached a familiar pattern, priming the audience for an eventual upset.

Will Damian Priest lose his MITB to Cody Rhodes?

Within The Judgement Day faction, internal strife intensifies as discussions about leadership escalate. Priest, portrayed as the odd man out, faces the prospect of losing titles held by the group. The faction’s future hinges on this internal turmoil, as the Creed Brothers claim tag team gold and Mysterio’s title defense looms.

Cody Rhodes strategically positions himself as the first entrant in the 2024 Royal Rumble, following a stellar performance in the previous year. As anticipation builds, questions arise: Will Rhodes secure back-to-back victories, or will The Judgement Day saga alter his trajectory?

Rhodes, sensing an opportunity amid factional discord, goads Priest into a high-stakes match, putting the MITB briefcase on the line. A strategic win for Rhodes propels him back into the spotlight, setting the stage for a WrestleMania showdown with Reigns, armed with the coveted briefcase.

WWE’s Intricate Storytelling

Under Triple H’s stewardship, WWE’s long-term booking prowess shines. The convergence of Rhodes, Reigns, Priest, and The Judgement Day promises a spectacular culmination at WrestleMania 40. As the storyline unfolds, the central question looms large: Can Cody Rhodes triumph over Priest, reclaim his path to Reigns, and bring the epic tale to its conclusion? The road to WrestleMania is paved with anticipation, twists, and the allure of a captivating narrative.

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