Cody Rhodes, the new Undisputed WWE Champion, is gearing up for a potential showdown with Carmelo Hayes on SmackDown. The tension between the two superstars reached a boiling point last week when Hayes provoked Rhodes, claiming he was responsible for the injury of Randy Orton and suggesting that Kevin Owens was telling the truth about Rhodes. This sparked a heated exchange, with Rhodes losing his temper and almost starting a backstage brawl with Hayes.
As a way to send a message, Rhodes tweeted a modified version of the popular “Chill Guy” meme, which features a calm-looking individual with a concealed middle finger in their pocket. The tweet was a response to Hayes’ claim that he was “Undeniable.” The meme was used to convey that Rhodes is unfazed by the challenges faced by him, but deep down, he is not actually calm and is ready to unleash his fury.
Rhodes’ outburst on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last week also highlighted his emotional state. During a teaser for the show, Fallon sang and played John Denver’s song “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” replacing the lyrics with “Cody Rhodes.” This seemed to infuriate Rhodes, who smashed Fallon’s guitar, grabbed him by the collar, and even seemingly threw him through a door (although it was later revealed to be a dummy).
Despite being one of the most kind-hearted babyfaces, Rhodes’ behavior on the show was unexpected. It remains to be seen if he can regain his composure and keep his emotions in check when he faces Hayes on SmackDown. Their match is set to take place after Nick Aldis stepped in to prevent a backstage brawl between the two superstars.
The encounter between Rhodes and Hayes has all the makings of a thrilling showdown. With Rhodes’ reputation as a fierce competitor and Hayes’ growing confidence, the match promises to be an intense and action-packed contest. As the Undisputed WWE Champion, Rhodes will be determined to prove his supremacy and send a message to Hayes and the rest of the WWE roster. With his modified “Chill Guy” meme still lingering in fans’ minds, Rhodes is ready to unleash his wrath and show the world what he’s capable of.
