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.”