47-year-old legend to return to WWE after 'quitting' recently? World title match against Cody Rhodes set for Bash in Berlin week
Cody Rhodes is set to lock horns with Solo Sikoa for the Undisputed WWE Championship at this year's SummerSlam. Right after the spectacle, WWE will host the Bash in Berlin Premium Live Event in Germany, where Rhodes will likely walk in as the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. The company may have also given away his challenger for the title at the namesake event.
There's a good possibility that a 47-year-old legend could return to WWE and face The American Nightmare at Bash in Berlin 2024. The name in question is none other than AJ Styles. The speculation arises due to WWE advertising a world title match between Cody and AJ at a house show in Oberhausen, Germany, on August 27. It will be part of the upcoming tour to Germany.
The fact that both superstars are set to face each other during the Bash in Berlin weekend drops a major hint at the Rhodes versus Styles match taking place at the grand spectacle. Hence, it indicates that The Phenomenal One could be gearing up for a huge return after quitting in the 'I Quit' match against Cody Rhodes at Clash at the Castle 2024.
AJ Styles could return to WWE SmackDown looking for revenge against The American Nightmare, claiming he has unfinished business with him. The veteran superstar could challenge Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Bash in Berlin: Germany, in what could be the third chapter of their iconic rivalry.
AJ Styles could challenge Cody Rhodes with a stipulation
A third encounter between AJ Styles and Cody Rhodes is rumored to happen at the Bash in Berlin PLE, especially after their advertised match at a house show in the week preceding the event. However, if this bout takes place, it could have major stipulations that might shake the landscape of WWE SmackDown.
The Phenomenal One could put forth a stipulation that he would never challenge for the Undisputed WWE Championship in case he loses against Rhodes in their potential third encounter. This will not only increase the stakes of this rumored match but will also showcase Styles' zeal to capture the gold.
Moreover, Cody Rhodes and The Phenomenal One could also lock horns in a Steel Cage match if they clash with each other again. WWE will look to fire on all cylinders to embellish their potential third chapter, which might ultimately be the climax of their rivalry on the blue brand.
However, this is just mere speculation based on their advertised match in Germany. There are no conclusive reports of their match taking place at Bash in Berlin 2024 as of now. Will AJ Styles return to WWE looking to settle scores against Cody Rhodes? Only time will tell.