Cody Rhodes has acknowledged the controversy surrounding the finish to the Undisputed WWE Championship match against Gunther at WWE Clash In Italy.
‘The American Nightmare’ successfully retained the title in Turin. However, the finish was immediately called into question after replays showed Gunther’s foot under the bottom rope during the pinfall.
During the post-show media scrum, Rhodes admitted he did not notice the rope break in the moment but saw it clearly on replay. He then offered Gunther a rematch on the spot.
“I didn’t see it in the moment, but I definitely saw it in the replay. If Gunther wants a rematch, I would do a rematch with Gunther right here, right now. … If anyone deserves one, he certainly deserves one. I understand. Hey, a win is a win. But that’s not how you want to do it, especially in front of a wonderful crowd like this. If he wants one, I’m here for it.”
Backstage footage also showed Gunther storming off and throwing a water bottle in frustration after arguing with the referee, making clear he views the result as unfinished business.
Rhodes had entered the match as a slight favorite, and GUNTHER had vowed to take the title heading into the event.