Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes: Three Stages of Hell Match – WWE Explained

drew McIntyre ‌Lays Down the Gauntlet: A Three Stages of Hell for Cody ‌Rhodes

drew McIntyre has officially outlined the brutal​ stipulations for his upcoming match against Cody Rhodes,set to unfold next week on ‍”WWE SmackDown” in Berlin,germany. This isn’t just any contest; it’s a Three Stages of Hell match designed⁢ to push both competitors to their absolute limits.

McIntyre’s strategy is clear: systematically dismantle Rhodes,⁢ both physically and psychologically. He’s structured the match in three escalating phases, each designed to exploit a different weakness and showcase​ his dominance.

Here’s a breakdown of the ‍stages:

* Stage 1: Traditional ⁤One-on-One match. ​This initial bout is McIntyre’s attempt to prove his superiority in a standard wrestling environment.
* Stage 2: Falls Count Anywhere. The ‌action spills beyond the ring ropes, introducing chaos and unpredictability.
* ​ Stage 3: ​Steel‍ Cage. Confined within the unforgiving steel, the final stage promises a​ brutal,‌ no-escape conclusion.

The build-up to this match has been intensely personal. Rhodes ⁤is currently barred from physically⁤ retaliating against McIntyre following an incident at McIntyre’s home. This‍ restriction stems from Rhodes’ unapproved visit ​to McIntyre’s residence a few​ weeks prior.

McIntyre has relentlessly escalated‌ the psychological warfare. He brazenly confronted Rhodes outside his tour bus, claiming to have invaded⁣ his​ privacy and even referencing⁤ his wife, Brandi, ⁣and‍ children. He then invoked the memory of Dusty Rhodes, attempting ⁢to provoke “The American Nightmare” by suggesting his father would be ashamed of his current⁤ actions.

The emotional climax came when McIntyre destroyed a framed photograph of Rhodes and his late father, stomping⁢ on the frame and then burning the image in the ring. Security intervened to prevent rhodes from entering the ‌ring, but mcintyre remained just out of reach, reveling ⁢in the champion’s frustration.

I’ve found that these kinds of⁢ deeply personal feuds ofen lead to the most compelling matches. The Three Stages of hell format adds another layer ​of intensity, forcing both wrestlers to adapt and endure.

This match type isn’t entirely new to WWE. The last time a three Stages of Hell match was contested was 12 years ago, pitting‍ John Cena against Ryback in a contest that ‌included a Lumberjack match, a tables match, and an Ambulance match.

Here’s what works best ⁢in these scenarios: expect the unexpected. With each stage, the risks increase, and the potential for a dramatic finish skyrockets. You can anticipate‌ a truly unforgettable showdown between ‍McIntyre and rhodes next week on “SmackDown.”