In a shocking turn of events, WWE superstar Cody Rhodes, known as the American Nightmare,

has suffered a devastating injury that has abruptly ended his reign as the Undisputed Champion.

This news follows a highly impactful episode of Friday Night Smackdown,

leaving chaos behind the scenes at WWE as Triple H and other officials scramble to find a solution.

The incident occurred during a dramatic Friday night Smackdown show, which felt reminiscent of a post-WrestleMania week. Key moments included the return of Uncle Howdy with the new Wyatt 6 faction, Otis standing up to Chad Gable, Seth Rollins setting his sights on Damian Priest’s World Heavyweight Championship, and Drew McIntyre’s dramatic but false resignation from WWE.

However, the highlight of the night was the WWE debut of Jacob Fatu. Fatu made a stunning impact by brutally attacking Cody Rhodes outside the ring with a devastating splash through the announcer’s table. This move left Cody with a serious injury, marking one of the most impactful debuts in recent memory. Fans have noted that Solo Sikoa was quickly overshadowed by Fatu’s powerful presence.

Despite the impressive debut, it came at a great cost. Cody Rhodes sustained two broken ribs from the attack. This injury was confirmed during a live event in Bloomington, Illinois, where Cody defended his Undisputed Championship against Shinsuke Nakamura. Fans noticed Cody’s midsection was heavily taped, and after the match, Cody revealed his injury to the crowd, expressing his determination to continue wrestling.

Despite Cody’s resolve, the decision to vacate the Undisputed Championship will not be his to make. WWE officials, including Triple H and Smackdown General Manager Nick Aldis, are likely to enforce this due to the severity of Cody’s injury. Wrestling with broken ribs poses significant risks, and WWE will not allow Cody to jeopardize his health further.

An insider source reported that while WWE was pleased with Jacob Fatu’s debut, the unintended injury to Cody Rhodes has forced them to reconsider their plans. The source revealed that the botched move, although unnoticeable at the time, led to Cody’s broken ribs, causing WWE to take immediate action to protect their champion.

Cody Rhodes is renowned for his toughness, having previously wrestled with a torn pectoral muscle. However, the current injury is too severe to ignore. Fans should expect an official announcement soon, possibly by next week’s Smackdown, about Cody vacating the Undisputed Championship.

This unfortunate development comes just ahead of major events like Money in the Bank and SummerSlam. If Cody is forced to relinquish the title, it is speculated that Solo Sikoa might be positioned to win the vacant championship, potentially through a tournament supported by the new Bloodline faction.

Jacob Fatu’s debut has proven to be both a blessing and a curse for WWE. While his arrival adds an exciting new dynamic to the roster, it has resulted in Cody Rhodes suffering a significant setback. WWE fans and officials alike now face the task of navigating the aftermath of this shocking turn of events.

As the WWE community awaits further updates, speculation will continue about who should step up in Cody’s absence. Should Solo Sikoa seize this opportunity, or is there another superstar poised for a major push?

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