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Ricky Saints discusses competitive friendship with Cody Rhodes ahead of WWE match

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:00 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Ricky Saints discusses competitive friendship with Cody Rhodes ahead of WWE match

Summary

Ricky Saints spoke about his competitive friendship with Cody Rhodes during an interview ahead of their match on 'WWE SmackDown'. This rivalry has roots in their earlier collaboration in All Elite Wrestling. Saints described their relationship as supportive yet competitive, emphasizing his desire to prove himself as a top wrestler. Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion, faced Saints on May 1, where Saints nearly secured a victory with a near fall off a Revolution DDT but ultimately lost to Rhodes' Cross Rhodes. Both wrestlers are now positioned within WWE's main roster.

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Key Details

•Ricky Saints and Cody Rhodes have worked together since their time in All Elite Wrestling.
•Saints expressed a desire to prove himself against established wrestlers like Rhodes.
•Saints made his official blue brand debut on 'WWE SmackDown' against Rhodes.
•Rhodes remains the Undisputed WWE Champion following their recent encounter.
•Saints nearly defeated Rhodes during their May 1 match.

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1:00 AMWrestling Inc — WWE's Ricky Saints Says He Has A 'Competitive' Friendship With Cody Rhodes

What they're saying

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Ricky Saints opens up about his "competitive" friendship with fellow WWE star and recent opponent Cody Rhodes.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Ella Jay)

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