Cody Rhodes hints at potential heel turn heading into Crown Jewel
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Cody Rhodes has shown a more aggressive demeanor leading up to WWE Crown Jewel, which takes place soon. His recent actions include attacking Baron Corbin and requesting a violent stipulation match against Randy Orton, raising speculation about a long-awaited heel turn. This change could fit into WWE's narrative for future events, including a potential matchup against CM Punk. Creative challenges remain regarding replacing Rhodes in the babyface role if he turns heel.
- •Rhodes delivers a punt kick to Corbin, signaling a change in attitude.
- •He requests a Last Man Standing match against Orton for Crown Jewel.
- •Rhodes has not won the WWE Championship for 119 days, his longest gap since WrestleMania XL.
- •Speculation arises about a potential match against CM Punk at next year's SaudiMania.
- •Creative challenges exist in replacing Rhodes if he shifts to a heel character.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is WWE's Cody Rhodes heel turn finally happening?
"As WWE Crown Jewel nears, it feels like we're closer than ever to witnessing Cody Rhodes' long-awaited turn to the dark side.
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