After a Year Full of Highs & Lows, Cody Rhodes Claims Amazing Honor as He Enters 2024

The year 2024 is on the horizon and WWE has decided to announce the winners of their special awards. While there are various categories, the one that holds the most importance is the Male Superstar of the Year. Along with other categories, this is a prestigious title.

While fans had their predictions on who the title belongs to, WWE had made their announcement. According to them, the title belongs to the WWE’s American Nightmare.

 Cody Rhodes becomes the Male Superstar of the Year

WWE had crowned Cody Rhodes as the Male Superstar of the Year 2023. However, it’s not just WWE. Even ESPN decided to give the title to the 38-year-old star. While many might argue that the title should have gone to the Intercontinental Champion, Gunther, fans should not forget the 2023 Royal Rumble. While Gunther broke the record of being the longest in the ring, he was eliminated by Cody Rhodes.

While Cody Rhodes received this title, other stars also received some prestigious honors. LA Knight received the title of the Breakout Star of the Year 2023. ESPN and NY Post will agree with WWE on this decision. CM Punk’s return to WWE was awarded as the Return of the Year 2023 by WWE, ESPN, and the NY Post.

The Bloodline Civil War received the Storyline of the Year. On the other hand, WrestleMania 39’s Intercontinental Triple Threat match was declared as the Match of the Year 2023.

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While fans have been acknowledging the one Tribal Chief for years, Cody Rhodes’s presence is something no one could have ignored. In honor of his getting the honor by WWE, let’s have a look at Rhodes’ most iconic moments from 2023.

Cody Rhodes’s iconic moments from 2023

Fans knew that Rhodes was adamant about finishing his story. For that, he knew he had to take down the Big Dog of WWE, Roman Reigns. The first step to do so was to win the 2023 Royal Rumble. Despite he entered the ring at the last, he was met by Gunther. After the two sparred for a while, he was able to defeat Gunther and made his way to the WrestleMania 39 main event. However, fans witnessed his defeat at the hands of Roman Reigns which led to a truly heartbreaking moment for everyone.

However, he did not stop after the big defeat. Following Reigns, he had to face another opponent in the form of Brock Lesnar. While it was difficult for him to defeat the Beast Incarnate, Rhodes managed to secure the win and Lesnar’s heart. Following the match, Lesnar shook his hand showing that he appreciates the efforts Rhodes has put inside the ring.

These three moments have played a crucial role in propelling him forward. Do you think the year 2024 will be a blockbuster for Rhodes?

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