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Cody Rhodes To Headline Wrestlemania 40 For Second Consecutive Year

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Cody Rhodes is set to headline WrestleMania for the second consecutive year, following a memorable WrestleMania Saturday that laid the groundwork for Night Two of the event. The Rock and Roman Reigns emerged victorious over Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, leading to a 'Bloodline Rules' stipulation for the Reigns vs. Rhodes main event on Sunday.

During WrestleMania Saturday, Rhea Ripley retained her Women’s World Championship against Becky Lynch, and Sami Zayn ended Gunther’s 666-day reign as Intercontinental Champion. The announced crowd of over 72,000 fans is expected to be surpassed on WrestleMania Sunday, featuring matches such as Seth Rollins defending his World title against Drew McIntyre, and appearances by Bayley, LA Knight, and Randy Orton.

One suggested booking move for Night Two is to elevate the United States Championship by having Randy Orton, a top star in pro wrestling, win the title. This move could enhance the prestige of the championship and provide a fresh direction for the title picture.

Another proposed booking decision is to give Bayley a significant WrestleMania moment by having her defeat Iyo Sky for a title win. Bayley's transition to a babyface character has garnered strong fan support, making her victory a compelling storyline.

LA Knight, despite a recent decline in momentum, could benefit from a high-profile win against AJ Styles at WrestleMania. This victory could position Knight for a future championship feud and reignite his career trajectory.

A potential twist involving 'Mr. Money in the Bank' Damian Priest could add intrigue to the World Heavyweight Championship picture. Priest, holding the MITB contract, could cash in at WrestleMania 40, potentially altering the championship landscape and setting the stage for future storylines.

Lastly, the culmination of Cody Rhodes' storyline at WrestleMania 40 is emphasized as a crucial booking decision. Following his loss at WrestleMania 39, Rhodes is poised to 'finish his story' by potentially dethroning Roman Reigns and concluding a narrative arc that has captivated audiences.

As WrestleMania Sunday unfolds, these strategic booking moves could shape the trajectory of WWE's flagship event and provide fans with compelling narratives and memorable moments.

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