AJ Styles is set to face off against Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Backlash in France. Styles had to defeat Kevin Owens, Rey Mysterio, and LA Knight to earn his shot at Rhodes, who will be defending his title for the first time since beating Roman Reigns. Styles had been on the sidelines for about two months due to an injury but has now worked his way back into the title picture. He expressed his readiness to hold the title again after a challenging 2023.
Despite their long careers in the wrestling industry, Styles and Rhodes have never faced each other until now. Styles had previously competed against Rhodes’ father, Dusty Rhodes, and emerged victoriously. Their paths to the top of WWE have been different, with Rhodes finding success on the indies and in Japan before returning to the company. Styles, on the other hand, was a fixture in TNA Wrestling before making a shocking debut at the Royal Rumble in 2016.
The upcoming match between Styles and Rhodes is highly anticipated, as two of the best wrestlers of this generation will be facing off for the championship. Backlash will take place in France, marking the first WWE premium live event in the country. The event will be broadcast on Peacock, beginning at 1 p.m. ET. Styles praised Rhodes for his journey to WWE, going from the biggest company in the world to proving himself in Japan and AEW before making his mark in WWE.
Styles is eager to prove himself once again as a champion and is prepared to showcase his skills in the ring against Rhodes. The match at Backlash will be a test of both wrestlers’ abilities and a chance for Styles to reclaim the championship. Fans are excited to see these two wrestling legends go head-to-head in what promises to be an intense battle for the title. Styles and Rhodes’ different paths to WWE have led them to this moment, where they will compete for wrestling greatness in France.
