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WWE News, Rumors: Drew McIntyre Gives Update on SummerSlam, Cody Rhodes Says He Felt 'Disrespected' by AEW

NO LOC, JUL 31 – Cody Rhodes left AEW in 2022 due to feeling disrespected despite his foundational role and has since become WWE's top star, set to challenge John Cena at SummerSlam.

  • Cody Rhodes, speaking in recent years, said he felt disrespected at AEW, where he departed, and stated, `Feeling disrespected there, I wouldn’t stand for it`.
  • Rhodes explained he left AEW after feeling disrespected and that his wife encouraged him to leave, citing mixed feelings about the promotion.
  • Focusing on his plan, Rhodes said he aimed to prove his worth through excellence rather than politics or bitterness on the Bill Simmons Podcast.
  • This Sunday, Rhodes will challenge Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena at SummerSlam, a match that could help establish his legacy.
  • Since returning to WWE, Rhodes has said he felt `disrespected` in AEW and views his success as `the ultimate vindication`, viewing himself as WWE’s top babyface.
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f4wonline.com broke the news in on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
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