Cody Rhodes delivers scathing promo to outside forces after WrestleMania 42

5 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 27

Speaking at SmackDown in Fort Worth on April 24, 2026, Rhodes addressed repeated interference by figures like The Rock, Travis Scott, and Pat McAfee over the past three WrestleManias.
Rhodes declared these 'outside forces' are 0-3 against him and warned them to 'mind your damn business.' His next title challenger remains unclear, though CM Punk showed interest on Monday.
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