Shinsuke Nakamura Launches Surprise Attack on WWE Star Cody Rhodes Backstage

Unexpected Confrontation: Cody Rhodes Ambushed by WWE Star After Recent Victory

In a shocking turn of events at a live event in Knoxville, TN, the American Nightmare, Cody Rhodes, found himself under attack by a fellow WWE star immediately following a heated match. The incident unfolded during the main event of the February 3 Road to WrestleMania, where Rhodes faced off against his familiar adversary, Shinsuke Nakamura, in an intense Street Fight.

Despite Rhodes emerging victorious in their on-screen rivalry, Nakamura was far from satisfied and took matters into his own hands. WWE cameras captured the dramatic moment as Rhodes, heading backstage at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum, was blindsided by Nakamura wielding his trademark red poison mist.

Regrettably for Rhodes, Nakamura’s targeted assault hit its mark, leaving the 2024 Rumble winner writhing in pain as the footage came to an end. The motive behind Nakamura’s ambush remains unclear, raising speculation about whether this will ignite further on-screen conflicts between the two wrestlers in the near future. Both athletes have been consistently engaging in intense battles on WWE’s live event circuit over the past six weeks.

Witness the shocking clip for yourself down below and stay tuned for any developments in this unexpected showdown.

Moments leading up to the surprise attack from Nakamura, Rhodes had undertaken a heartwarming gesture for a fan in attendance at the same event.

Last night at #WWEKnoxville, @CodyRhodes was attacked backstage by @ShinsukeN. pic.twitter.com/RE7yPAaHqj

— WWE (@WWE) February 4, 2024