Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins

[7.0] "It's a gimmick match, and that's where the basic conventions come from that you have to put up with. The main problem is that the entire match was built around Cody's arm injury, an element that was introduced into their storyline right before the match, and had no substance whatsoever. Very safe strikes and moves"

[7.0] "It's a good match that has manufactured drama in the form of Cody's torn pec. I really admire Cody for working the match anyway because he knew if he did he was a made man. I don't think working with an injury like that should be encouraged anymore. Seth Rollins taking Velveteen Dream's gimmick makes him one of the phoniest wrestlers I've ever seen."

[9.0] "An excellent match. Seeing the torn pec, it was a little hard to watch but from a purely in ring performance, this was a great match, one of the best HIAC match I have watched and Add to that, the inspiring performance by Cody Rhodes. While Cody does deserve a lot of praise for wrestling with a torn pec, Rollins also deserves praise for his performance; he gave special attention and took care in keeping Cody as safe as possible. Rhodes took a lot of bumps even with his injury and Rollins did a great job of trying to keep the damage to Rhodes minimum all the while making everything look dangerous. Both men deserves special credit and the match was well fought with plenty of hardcore action to enjoy. This match isn't for the faint of heart. Excellent match but Slightly disappointed that Rollins didn't win considering how injured Cody was and also that he was gonna be out for a couple of months. ****3/4"

[7.0] "Great visual and Cody is a complete madman for putting himself through this, the match is very good, but not an all-timer by any means. Rollins is just so off-putting to me, he's truly one of the fakest wrestlers of this era, he comes off as a tryhard in everything he does."

[10.0] "This is THE match that established Cody Rhodes as the guy in WWE. There aren't many wrestlers on the planet who can wrestle this good of a match with a literal torn pec. I have loads of respect for Cody that he even used his injury to play into the match which made it a lot more uncomfortable, which really suits the "Hell in a cell" name. It's the perfect way to end the best story in the men's division not including the bloodline that WWE has put on in years. Incredible."

[8.0] "This is a great HIAC match however, Cody being injured made this match a tad bit overrated. It's admirable that he was even able to compete in that condition, but that in itself won't really make the match great. Again I do think this was a very solid HIAC match it's just not a 5 star match. It's not in the same calibre as Punk vs Drew or Undertaker vs Shawn Michaels. It was a very solid match that told a great story to finish off one of the best rivalries of the modern era. ****1/2"

[9.0] "(4.75 Stars) For a long time, I gave this match 5 stars, but the more I watched it, the less I liked it. It's still superb, but for many, the 5 stars were given because of CODY's courageous performance."

[10.0] "Codys first ple main event since returning to the WWE and boy did he not disappoint. One of the more heroic performances I have ever seen. And one that helped silence the haters that had doubts about how hyped his return to the company was. The rest is history. ****3/4"

[9.0] "This is a classic match mainly because of the injury but also the match itself is good and the story deserved a hell in a cell match. Some nice table spots and good work by seth targeting the pec."

[6.0] "I remember that was a really decent match honestly, I don't think I will love it as much as I did in 2022 tbh, it's still decent and not bad at all, the way they exploited the cell was honestly good, I don't think it's an all time match at all lmao."

[7.0] "It was a cool match, but I don't share the widespread hype that it's a masterpiece of all time. Firstly, it was a very dangerous match for Cody. He could have worsened his injury and hurt his health even more, which I cannot support. And why on earth would he go out to wrestle with such a serious injury? Is this the main event of WrestleMania? No. A match that decides your entire career? Also no. The decisive match in the feud with Rollins? No, because Cody has already beaten Rollins twice. And as a result, in this feud, Rollins' power took a serious downgrade. 3:0. The execution in the ring was good and visually impressive. Yes, Cody managed to work through the match with an injury. That he performed despite the injury and didn't worsen his condition is, of course, impressive--you're a young, talented guy. But, in my opinion, it's still a huge risk and a lack of responsibility towards your health. The match was definitely not worth it. The only thing is that it was the only good thing on that show."

[8.0] "It's a really good match, but try and picture this exact match except Cody's pec isn't torn. He fought through a lot of pain and that warrants respect, but I'm not rating tenacity I'm rating the quality of a wrestling match. strong 4/5."

[7.0] "I very much prefer their Wrestlemania match, this one felt very slow at times and lacked any memorable moments outside the bullrope spot and Cody wrestling with a torn pec, which was admirable in itself but doesn't warrant a higher rating."

[7.0] "I rewatched this match and unfortunately it's still the same for me. I really tried to enjoy it but it's still as boring as ever. It's extremely overrated, there are very few good spots, very little use of weapons, a slow and bizarre pace, heel work not up to scratch. In fact, what's the point of the HIAC stipulation in this match? If you compare it to CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre in Bad Blood 2024, the HIAC serves a purpose and makes the match sublime, you can feel that it's hell inside, but in this match the HIAC served no purpose at all, and it's odd that no one pointed it out."

[10.0] "[9, 5/10] - A gutsy and unforgettable Hell in a Cell match that will be remembered for Cody Rhodes' incredible performance while wrestling with a torn pec. The injury added a raw layer of drama, and Seth Rollins played the perfect antagonist, targeting it throughout the bout. Despite the obvious limitations, the match was filled with intensity, smart storytelling, and a crowd fully invested in every moment."

[10.0] "One of the most compelling wrestling matches of all time. Due to Cody's torn pec going in, every move meant something and had the audience wincing. The storytelling was off the charts, too. And on top of it all, it felt genuinely unpredictable in terms of who would win: should babyface Cody triumph since it's a blood feud, or should Seth win since Cody will need time off? This is one of those matches you can show to a non-fan with only 1-2 minutes of explanation and without needing to show them clips to set up the story. A true classic."

[7.0] "Maybe the most overrated match of all time; some boring parts, Cody's strikes never look good, and especially here they look bad. I've also never liked the use of sledgehammers as a weapon in wrestling; it's just goofy. Wrestling with a torn pec is admirable, though, and Seth's heel work was pretty decent. 7.5/10."

[9.0] "This was a very good match Seth Rollins nod to Dusty was amazing he worked as a great heel in this match Cody wrestling with his torn pec was awesome and the use of weapons was great"

[9.0] "I loved everything about it. The nod to the great Dusty Rhodes was beautiful, I enjoyed Seth Rollins' heel work, and it had a great impact. This match played a big role in making Cody Rhodes a star."

[7.0] "Well, this is still somewhat controversial, but I don't think it's a great match. It's a bit boring and there are some very slow parts. Seth was good. Cody's effort is much appreciated, but he was hampered by his injury. I prefer his two previous matches."

[9.0] "Everything you could want in a WWE match. Drama, selling, storytelling, everything. You could hear the air get sucked out of the Arena when Cody revealed his torn pec. Rollins plays the part of the sadistic bastard and targets it throughout the entire match. Every time Cody gets the upper hand, his pec prevents him from truly capitalizing on it. He has Rollins in a power bomb position ready to put him through the table, but can't capitalize. He has the sledgehammer with Rollins downed, can't capitalize. The bull rope spot was fun, but to be honest that should've been the finish. You have Rollins playing this sick sadistic heel the whole time, and then the bull rope spot could've been the moment where Cody rises above Rollins as an even sicker and more sadistic bastard. Still a great match nonetheless. Some are saying that it's only great because of the torn pec? The only angle from which that statement is true is the fact that most of the match revolves around working and selling the torn pec. As it should. You can't have an injury that cringe inducing and not have it play a role in the match. One of the best matches of both men's careers, and a great blow off to this feud."

[8.0] "Looking back, this match is only memorable for Cody being a freaking psycho and wrestling with a torn pec, but the match was also very good. Cody knew he had a few limits in this match and Seth had to work with those limits and both made this work. Seth targeting the torn pec made me cringe cause I didn't want Cody to get even more hurt than he already was."

[6.0] "The match is fine, it obviously has the reveal of Cody's torn pec and while that does add to the match its not enough to make it a great match. Some spots feel kinda forced and ruin the flow of the match. Also the injury clearly halts Cody's performance. So while the sight of the torn pec adds to the match, the actual injury does slow it down."

[9.0] "[4.25*] First of all, I think the WrestleMania Match was better than this one in-ring wise, but worse in every other aspect. But hey, Cody wrestled the whole fucking thing with a torn pec, so this is not just something that limited him, but it ended up adding a very important element to the bout. Seth entering with the Dusty gear knowing that Cody was fucked up was a brilliant heel move, a very rare shine of greatness from his underwhelming heel run. The match was very brutal and of course Seth worked directly into Codys pec, which made me agonize as a spectator, to be honest. This had a lot of good spots but I would have made Seth win. Being 0-3 on a feud he was so important and losing a stipulation match with a guy working without an arm was very overbooked."

[10.0] "Just an insanely good match on truly every level. The setup and stakes provide ridiculously high tension on both personal and professional levels, with the aesthetics of the matchup - Seth looking clean, preening, and demeaning in his Dusty dots while Cody looks beaten and burdened before he even drops the dress - never letting them leave your mind for a moment. Both wrestlers put on a hell of a show with the character work - with a particular highlight on Seth's truly masterful heel work - while the match itself does a phenomenal job employing the extremities of the HIAC stipulation with exceptional pacing, keeping us on our toes every time the tide is turned or a new weapon is revealed. The ridiculous dynamism and drama on display all culminate in a wildly unpredictable final few minutes, and a cathartic victory for Cody."

[10.0] "[*****] This match convinced WWE that Cody was the next face of the company. His revealing his torn pec at his worst was such a crazy visual. This was drama at its finest, a 50% strength Cody Rhodes vs Seth Rollins wearing Dusty Rhodes' polka dots. Cody quickly hits a disaster kick, and Cody Cutter is already in much pain, wasting no time. Seth gets a kendo stick and drives it straight into the torn pec for several minutes. Seth hits Cody with the steel steps, exclusively going for the pec. He puts on Cody's jacket and whips the piss out of him with Dusty's strap. Seth does a frog splash onto the table, but Cody moves out of the way. Cody gets the bullrope and makes it a bullrope match. This is where Cody gets his most offense, flipping Seth in the air. Seth uses the bullrope to pull Cody's pec into the post. Seth sets up a table in the corner, but Cody hits a Cross Rhodes, and Seth kicks out. Seth gets him again, and Buckle Bombs him through the table, Cody kicking out! Cody counters Seth's pedigree with his own. Cody gets caught and Seth stomps him, Cody kicking out again! Cody counters the stomp, but Seth counters and HITS CROSS RHODES, but Cody immediately hits a Cross Rhodes of his own! He hits two more Cross Rhodes and drives the sledgehammer into Seth for the win. This was so brutal to watch, Cody's torn pec making it so memorable."

[10.0] "Now that we're a few years removed from this match happening, I'm sure people rewatching or watching for the first time will have mixed feelings about it. I was expecting that to be the case. Was it worse this time around? I would say a tiny bit only because there's now a lack of surprise and wonder with it. That being said, this match still rules. The fact that they were able to do what they did despite the fact that Cody pretty much wrestled with one arm. Props to Seth by the way for keeping Cody safe here. Definitely deserves recognition. I will say this about the match itself. It put a lot of focus on the drama and spots rather than the actual wrestling. Regardless, the wrestling itself was still very good. The match was very much a WWE type spectacle. I would also say that this was a fantastic match rather than a fantastic Hell In A Cell match. There are definitely better HIAC matches, but this still manages to reach the 5 star level for me. Why? I would say it's due to the testicular fortitude/star making performance of one Cody Rhodes as well as the job Seth did at protecting an already hurt opponent. Plus, the finishing stretch with the nearfalls and the sledgehammer is phenomenal. Not quite WWE's MOTY for 2022, but it sure was pretty damn close. Definitely watch this if you somehow haven't already. There are definitely gonna be some people that straight up won't like it at all. Regardless, just watch it. 10/10 [*****]"

[8.0] "Really good match, that I do find a little overrated unfortunately. It felt like a stupid decision to have Rollins not even win one match in the trilogy, but especially not this one, made him look so weak in what was probably his best form of his career. The babyface from Cody, and on the other hand the heel performance from Rollins, were both amazing."

[9.0] "Awesome match. Rhodes getting through this with a literal torn pec muscle added to the drama. I don't think he should've won after all the punishment he took, but my god did they beat each other up in this one. Rollins always performs inside Cell matches."

[4.0] "I came into this match with very high expectations, considering all the praise I've seen for it online. That's why I was just so disappointed with this match. Ultimately, once the initial shock factor wore off, I felt Cody's injury hindered the match far more than it helped it. The work itself was solid, which makes sense considering both Seth & Cody are good in-ring, however Cody's injury certainly prevented them from having a truly great match. Ultimately, to me this was a 2* match that was overhyped due to Cody wrestling through his injury. The work was pretty solid but I struggled to get emotionally invested."

[10.0] "Watching this match live was surreal. Seeing Cody reveal the pec literally sucked the air out of the arena and you could feel it through the screen too. The pec added to the drama of the match, and the action and brutality matched with it. A true classic, the best cell match since End of an Era. The drama, the theatrics, the action, everything was just amazing. A superstar making performance from Cody too, as this propelled him into being the superstar he is today, and his position as the face of WWE. Seth was the perfect opponent for Cody here too, with the build to this match since WrestleMania being great, and Seth just playing the heel role perfectly. A match that will be remembered for years and years to come. *****."

[5.0] "This match did not take advantage of the unique characteristics of the Hell-a-Cell Match I don't understand why this match is so high The Seth Rollins and Cody Rose match was much better during the WrestleMania match And I really don't understand that Seth has been losing back-to-back to Cody My personal opinion is that the match I played in WrestleMania backlash is also better than this match I don't think it's a match that deserves five stars. I think I deserve 4.5 stars It was the least favorite of the 3 matches they played."

[9.0] "What an incredible match, this was a fantastic experience. After being 0-2, Seth Rollins completely lost his mind and was obsessed with Cody, the new american hero that arrived and was slowly conquering the fans and taking the spotlight. So him and Cody decided to settle things down in a Hell in a Cell match, one of the most violent matches out there (for WWE standards), and the third encounter immediately became more personal and physical. On their entrances, Rollins came to a Dusty Rhodes inspired attire, excellent mind game, shows how personal the feud became, and Cody surprised everybody when he took off the shirt and had a huge bruise on his body, result of a torn pec. Seeing him wrestle with that was one of the most shocking, unexpected and unique things ever, specially considering where it was happening, the WWE. The fans were immediately quiet and in agony with all of that, and Rollins hitting the injured pec was insanely good. There was no better way to close a personal feud by having this match, it's one of those things that happens by accident in wrestling that created something that they never could've, and that's special my friends, this is a special bout and something that cannot be replicated. Of course the in-ring action wasn't perfect and there were better matches, the guy had a torn pec, dammit! It wasn't about cool moves and a great pace, it was about the violence into an injured Cody, and his struggles and heroic tries to equal things and beat an arrogant Rollins. From a logic standpoint probably wasn't the most smart thing ever but it is what it is, the match fulfilled its purpose, it's something you would see in a superhero comic book or movie, and it's fine, that's how you build a babyface, and Cody's journey to be the biggest and most over babyface in WWE in a lot of time started here. The vibes here are unmatched, and the crowd reactions priceless. I love this match, character work at its finest - {****1/2}"

[10.0] "Such an absolute phenomenal match, the action is just spectacular and the psychology between both men is just superb, Seth Rollins did his best solo heel work ever here and Cody Rhodes, wrestling with a torn pec, gave the most awe inspiring performance of that year and showed that he is destined to be WWE next biggest star."

[10.0] "Cody Rhodes wrestled Seth Rollins in a hardcore match inside a 20-foot steel cage. With a pectoral muscle that was RIPPED OFF THE BONE. Does this man have your respect now? This match is 100% deserving of the praise it gets. The match on its own is amazing, with chairs, table spots, hammers, a mini strap match, and plenty of actual wrestling too. But when you realize that this was all done while Cody had the strength of an 11 year old and a scar on his pec that looked like it was taken straight out of a sci-fi movie? Go watch this match if you havent, and if you have, WATCH IT AGAIN. This is one of the best matches of the 2020s and will likely go down as one of the best of all time."

[8.0] "It's undoubtedly a good match, but I can't help feeling it is a bit overrated. I personally prefer their Wrestlemania match, which is my favourite of the trilogy. Cody's injury does add to the match, as does being inside the cell, but generally it's a fairly standard match. It's entertaining, but not something I have felt the need to rewatch too many times."

[5.0] "All the props in the world to Cody for working through the torn pec, but the match itself is really standard and basic even if it is based around Cody's injury. The only props I'll give to Seth here is that he kept Cody safe, but he was pretty annoying throughout the match. He also comes out of this looking like an idiot for not beating a guy with a torn pec, but Cody does come out looking like money. Not 100% sure where I stand on this one, and I'm not really interested in giving it a rewatch. Only thing I can say for sure was it was boring as hell. 2.5 Stars."

[10.0] "This was the third match in their saga, with Cody leading 2-0. Cody had a torn pectoral muscle, so it seemed like an obvious win for Seth. At the time, I considered this one of the worst booking decisions in the careers of both Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes since his return to WWE. This booking seemed destined to bury Seth and push Cody into an unnecessary John Cena-like mode. Seth would build momentum, while Cody, upon his return from injury, could target Rollins again, aiming to defeat him once more. However, the outcome wasn't as dire as anticipated. Notably, Dave Meltzer awarded this match 5 stars, marking the first 5-star match on the main roster since Punk/Cena at Money in the Bank 2011! What? No one cares? Same with my review? Ultimately, match experiences are subjective, and no one holds the ultimate truth as preferences vary, even for long-time wrestling fans who have watched since the days when Cody's father teamed with Dirty Dick Murdoch. So, let's dive into why I would or wouldn't recommend this match. Seth Rollins entered the match wearing gear styled like Dusty Rhodes, Cody's father, if you didn't already know. During the introductions, Cody revealed his brutally bruised chest, and Seth responded with maniacal laughter. Finally, we saw something on Cody's body that looked worse than his neck tattoo. In my country, we have a saying that sound something like: "He who attacks the shoulder in the first match will have trouble with it by the third." Cody immediately tried to avoid using his right hand and aimed to end the match quickly. Babyface Cody Rhodes allowed Seth to find what he needed under the ring during the Figure 4 leglock, and then Seth massaged Cody's injury with a kendo stick. Seth did everything PG rating allowed to target Cody's injury and get inside his head, even wearing Cody's jacket and pulling out a polka dot weight belt (and if you still dont know, Dusty was Cody's father, and it's surprising tears didn't start streaming down Codys face). Cody then brought out a bullrope, another nod to Dusty being his father. Seth also allowed himself to be tied updesperate times call for desperate measures, or something like that. The bullrope scratched Seth's hand, finally bringing some blood into the match. I have to admit, I missed some color to enhance the story. Anywhere else, the cell and Cody's chest wouldnt have been the only red things on screen. But I believe Moxley was bleeding at home while watching, which compensates for it. Seth used the bullrope to worsen Cody's injury, showcasing his creativity and why he is a visionary with about 29 other nicknames. Surprisingly, the first Cross Rhodes didn't end the match. A Buckle Bomb through the table didnt destroy Cody's already injured shoulder, highlighting that Finn Balor is a porcelain doll. Not even the thing Triple H forgot under the ring helped Rollins. I wonder if the American Nightmare has nightmares about sledgehammers and destroying thrones. Rhodes finally hit a Pedigree, reminding us that even if Hunter goes completely bankrupt, he can still live rent-free in Cody's head. His obsession nearly cost him the match, but for the ? first time? , Cody kicked out of the Curb Stomp. Rollins, unsure how to defeat him, tried Codys finisher but learned that you cant win with the first Cross Rhodes. Both fought over the sledgehammer like siblings, one favored by their father and the other scorned. Yet the scorned son defeated the favored one with their fathers sledgehammer. But we all should know by now, Cody's real father is Dusty Rhodes! Great match. I still think Rollins should have won at least at Backlash, but this will be remembered as the moment Cody Rhodes wrestled with a torn pectoral muscle in Hell in a Cell and even defeated Seth Freakin' Rollins. The match for me is ****1/2, but as the culmination of this feud, it was a beautifal way to finish the story 10/10."

[10.0] "This is an all time classic that solidified Cody as my current favorite wrestler. The match had brutal spots with Seth attacking Codys injured pec that had me looking from behind my hands but Cody was still able to make a comeback and defeat Seth."

[8.0] "Cody with the torn pec completely elevates this match to a whole different level. Being inside the cell allows for both Rhodes and Rollins to do a lot more with the per, and it very much adds to this match. But, I dont see the full 10/10 hype this match seems to get. This match puts Cody over in an amazing well and has some awesome storytelling with Rollins and Codys backstory, but I simply dont see whats so 10/10 about it. The in ring work is very good but sometimes repetitive and boring at some parts, but still holds up fairly well."

[9.0] "No matter your opinion on Codys decision to fight despite his gruesome injury, you cannot debate his love for this business. He gave his literal pound of flesh to earn the respect, love, and adoration of the fans. A lot of good storytelling and high spots that make you wince. Wonderful match between two wrestling soulmates."

[10.0] "This is the match that cemented Cody as a future face of the company. The best of the Seth/Cody trilogy, this was brutal, fierce, and a blast to watch. Codys injury made parts of this match hard to watch and I think that was desperately needed, not only to get the crowd fully behind Cody, but also to re-establish the violent nature of Hell in a Cell. Seth did a fantastic job with the heel work here, and his references to Dusty with his attire is so disrespectful and I love it. The spots in this match were pretty damn good as well. Its not everyday you get multiple table spots in a single match. This is probably my favorite Hell in a Cell match of all time, the only competition being Edge Vs. Undertaker in 2008."

[10.0] "This is the match that turned Cody from someone who would bounce between the IC and secondary world title to the next face of WWE, and it's not hard to see why, because going out with the torn pec was so metal. Now, I'm normally rather harsh to "original sin" matches, and this WAS the original sin of Cody's capital-S Story being delayed a year (because, as I've said before, Cody is a massive carny; my theory is that he was supposed to win MITB and fail a called cash-in at Day 1 before winning at Mania 39; it also makes Theory with the case make sense as it was a clear backup plan), but the torn pec is nobody's fault, not least Cody's, and it still managed to get him over more than anything else."

[10.0] "What else can you say but instant classic. From the moment Cody takes his jacket off, and Seth nails the perfect reaction, we are getting the most dramatic finale of all time. With this trilogy Seth and Cody managed to, from the very first match, bring the tenacity, drama and hype that you see from a decade spanning feud like Triple H and The Undertaker. And this is giving Taker vs. H at WM 28, which I think is some of the highest praise I can give a match. Of course the sledgehammer is what drew my mind to the comparison... oh, and the undefeated streak, haha. To tell you everything I loved about this match would be to literally describe the match to you from start to finish."

[10.0] "What else is there to say about this match...except this: Holy shit. Cody Rhodes tweeted out "For the love of the game" before this match, and it shows. The fact that the man was willing to work a damn Hell in a Cell match with a torn pectoral muscle, while also having Seth do spots on it, shows us just how much the guy loves this business. This was just a straight up brutal, story-driven match that showed the audience why Cody deserves the praise he gets. 5/5"

[7.0] "I think this is admittedly good entirely on part of Cody's injury with absolutely nothing to do with Seth's performance. The novelty and babyface performance makes it special but the work itself holds it back from achieving true greatness. Still one of the better WWE matches of the year."

[7.0] "I dont really like that match like people are. I respect Cody for going into main event with this type of injury but it is hard to watch for me. There are some great moments like bull rope fight but it is mostly boring cause of limits caused by Cody injury. Still really good match with some hardcore stuff ****"

[10.0] "This was a classic HIAC match. Seth came out wearing Dustys black and yellow spotted gear, while Cody took off his jacket, revealing his gnarly purple torn pec, which made the crowd go silent in fear, yet Seth laughed at Codys disadvantage. Seth underestimates Cody because of his torn pec. Cody managed to hit a Disaster Kick and a Cody Cutter fairly early in the match, all while selling the torn pec. He then locked in the Figure 4 Leg Lock, but Seth grabbed a kendo stick from under the ring and repeatedly hit Cody's torn pec with it. The crowd grew more shocked and horrified as Seth continued his assault. Seth delivered a Running Forearm Strike into the red cage, followed by a Sliding Dropkick into the cage. He then stabbed Codys pec with the kendo stick, creating a grueling image. Seth further humiliated Cody by squishing his face against the cage, then put on Codys jacket and grabbed a Dusty Rhodes weight belt with "Visionary" on it, using it to whip Cody. Seth grabbed a table, which prompted a Thank you Rollins chant. He attempted a Frog Splash through the table, but Cody moved out of the way just in time. Cody then grabbed a bull rope and forced Seth to put it on, executing the Bull Rope Flip. He followed up with a Superkick and then hit Seth with the Cowbell. Seth retaliated by driving Cody into the ring post, pec first, using the bull rope. Cody countered a Buckle Bomb attempt by Seth with a Cross Rhodes. Seth, however, managed to Buckle Bomb Cody through a table. Cody then hit the Pedigree, but Seth kicked out. Seth responded with a Curb Stomp, yet Cody somehow kicked out. Seth then hit a Cross Rhodes, but Cody countered with one of his own. Cody tried to pick up the sledgehammer, but the pain was too much, causing him to drop it. Despite this, he managed to hit two more Cross Rhodes and then struck Seth with the Sledgehammer to secure the victory. Overall, it was a 10/10 match. The torn pec added a unique element and feel to the match, and Cody's determination to continue despite the injury deserves immense praise. The storytelling throughout the match, involving the torn pec, Dusty Rhodes, Sledgehammer, and Bullrope, was perfect."

[4.0] "Well I don't completely hate this much i feel it's the weakest one in the entire trilogy they had in 2022. And it made worse that Cody was injured and his injury looked really bad. Well there were few good moment but it was a normal mediocre and plain simply match. This isn't a 5 star worthy. I would still give props for Cody to wrestle like this and seth playing the absolute jerk he always plays."

[7.0] "I think this match is basically made by Cody's unfortunate injury. Without the whole last minute injury getting worked into the match, this would've been pretty forgettable. Props to Cody for working with the torn pec, he had to have been in absolute agony during this whole thing."