Cody Rhodes remains optimistic that a country in Europe will present a WWE PLE in the near future.
2024 has seen the company expand its international reach more than ever before. While various international markets such as Australia, the UK and Saudi Arabia all saw the return of major shows, France made the case for more shows to be hosted in the country with an incredibly hot crowd for Backlash and fans are also expecting to see a lively crowd in Germany for Bash in Berlin on August 31st.
Prior to Backlash in France, Rhodes competed at a live event in Bologna, Italy. Speaking with Gabby LaSpisa on Gabby AF, Rhodes noted that while he has no power in the decision-making process, Italy would be a great crowd for a PLE:
“I really hope that Italy gets a WWE….we did a show in Italy, a live event. They were, if people saw Scotland, Scotland was outrageous. If people saw France, France was outrageous. I wish people got to see what Italy was like. I didn’t know what we were walking into. I didn’t even know if we were on TV in Italy. They would be a great place for a PLE. I make no decisions and can’t get anything done, but that was a really cool experience.”
While Italy has never hosted a PPV/PLE, the city of Milan hosted an episode of Raw in April 2007. The episode is best remembered for the debut of Santino Marella, who was chosen as a “fan” to challenge Umaga for the Intercontinental Championship. Thanks to the help of Bobby Lashley, Marella was able to defeat The Samoan Bulldozer in his debut performance to capture the title.
Cody Rhodes Reacts To Major WWE Development
Successfully defending the title against Solo Sikoa at SummerSlam, Rhodes remains the Undisputed Champion thanks in part to an assist from a returning Roman Reigns. Speaking at the SummerSlam press conference following the shocking events, Cody Rhodes gave his thoughts on Roman Reigns being back in the company.
Also in the interview, Cody Rhodes explained why many wrestlers have done well in Hollywood.
H/t to Fightful.