Goldberg to return; 40-year-old star to strike? 4 Finishes for Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther at WWE Crown Jewel 2024
Cody Rhodes and Gunther are set to face off at WWE Crown Jewel 2024 for the inaugural Crown Jewel Championship. The American Nightmare and The Ring General will meet for the first time ever, with history and prestige on the line in what's sure to be an instant classic no matter the outcome.
Speaking of outcomes, there are a number of ways this Champion vs. Champion bout could end, given that there are many men gunning for both titleholders. Some of these men could be on the card in Riyadh, while others could come as total surprises. As straightforward as the Champion vs. Champion concept seems, it has the potential for some compelling climaxes.
Without further ado, here are four potential finishes for Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther at WWE Crown Jewel 2024:
#4 & #3. Cody Rhodes or Gunther could win clean to become the first WWE Crown Jewel Champion
Cody Rhodes and Gunther are two of the most dominant and well-protected Superstars in WWE today. They have been pinned a combined total of five times in singles action since beginning their current main roster runs in April 2022. This has helped set them on the way to becoming the world champions of their respective brands.
It also means that defeating them is a big point of prestige for whichever opponent claims victory. So, Triple H and Co. could go for the clean finish, giving the winner clear bragging rights. A clean win would arguably be more beneficial to The Ring General, who holds a less-established title and has been eliminated by The American Nighmare from the last two Men's Royal Rumble Matches.
#2. Goldberg could interfere to cost Gunther the WWE Crown Jewel Championship
Goldberg and Gunther had a very interesting interaction at WWE Bad Blood 2024. The World Heavyweight Champion addressed the WCW icon, who was among the legends in attendance, questioning his abilities as a wrestler and a father. This led to the three-time WWE World Champion jumping the barricade, but security kept him from making it to The Ring General.
The confrontation hasn't yielded any fallout so far, with the 57-year-old yet to make another appearance. This could all change at Crown Jewel with a surprise return from the Atlanta native. There have been rumors that the former Universal Champion will interfere in Riyadh to set up a future match with the Imperium leader, and this could very well be the finish that Triple H and his creative team go with.
#1: Kevin Owens could cost Cody Rhodes the WWE Crown Jewel Championship
While Gunther may have a potential target on his back from Goldberg at WWE Crown Jewel 2024, Cody Rhodes faces a much more concrete threat. Kevin Owens has already attacked both The American Nightmare and Randy Orton. The Prizefighter will be at Crown Jewel, with a bout against The Viper confirmed for the Riyadh event.
The 40-year-old Canadian star has the motive, means, and opportunity to cost the Undisputed WWE Champion the historic match. What's more? This finish could set up a Survivor Series rematch for their Bash in Berlin classic. The only question is, will the creative team pull the trigger on it? We'll find out at Crown Jewel.