The road to Las Vegas is taking several unexpected turns behind the scenes. According to recent reports from industry insiders, the main event landscape for the upcoming “Showcase of the Immortals” has been a subject of intense discussion and frequent revisions. As noted in a recent update, “A big match was discussed for WrestleMania long ago, according to WWE sources.”
Recent updates have shed light on the creative direction for two of the company’s biggest stars. “PWInsider reported that Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton was the active plan for WrestleMania,” the update detailed, confirming earlier rumors about the high-profile matchup.
Fightful Select further explained how this aligned with previous information. “This matches with something that Fightful was told well over a month ago, which at the time seemed like there wasn’t much of a path to get to.”
The creative foundation for this contest was reportedly laid out early in the year. “Fightful was told by a source as far back as January that both Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton were aware of the plan being pitched for WrestleMania,” the report confirmed.
The report also detailed the strategic reasoning behind certain booking decisions that occurred earlier in the season. “We’re also told that one of the reasons the title was taken off of Cody Rhodes, was so that he would be featured in the Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber matches, adding to the draw of those shows.”
By placing Rhodes in those high-stakes qualification matches, the company was able to leverage his popularity to increase viewer interest for the premium live events leading up to the spring season. This approach ensured that the top babyface had a compelling journey to rebuild his momentum.
However, the dynamic nature of professional wrestling means that penciled-in ideas are never truly finalized until the bell rings. “As of last month, the plan moving forward was Orton vs. Cody at WrestleMania,” the update noted.
Despite the long-term blueprint, the report concludes with a note of caution regarding the volatile state of the current creative process. “However, the plans have been in flux so much that anything could change.”
This volatility highlights the challenges of booking a card that must satisfy a global audience while adjusting to roster health and shifting crowd reactions. As the company continues to finalize the matches, fans will be watching the weekly television broadcasts closely for any sudden pivots or unexpected developments involving the top contenders.