Gunther accuses Cody Rhodes of making his SmackDown arrival about himself ‘just like a typical American’
WWE wrestler Gunther accused Cody Rhodes of making his SmackDown arrival about himself, criticizing him as 'just like a typical American' during a confrontation on 'Friday Night SmackDown.' Gunther later defeated Royce Keys in a match to earn a title shot against Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Clash in Italy. The feud intensified over contract signings and perceived disrespect, setting up a high-stakes championship bout.
- ▪Gunther accused Cody Rhodes of making his SmackDown arrival about himself and mocked his American identity and neck tattoo.
- ▪Rhodes challenged Gunther to sign the contract in the ring, responding to Gunther's demands with sarcasm and defiance.
- ▪After Royce Keys intervened, SmackDown general manager Nick Aldis stripped Gunther of a guaranteed title shot and booked him against Keys in a match to earn it, which Gunther won.
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WWE Gunther accuses Cody Rhodes of making his SmackDown arrival about himself ‘just like a typical American’ Gunther later defeated Royce Keys to earn a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at Clash in Italy By Ryan Gaydos Fox News Published May 16, 2026 6:38am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video WWE star Royce Keys was 'born' to be in pro wrestling WWE's newest star Royce Keys details his debut with the company and future goals in an interview with Fox News Digital.
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