Steve Carrier on April 19, 2026
Cody Rhodes’ WrestleMania 42 injuries are now getting even more attention after a photo showing the damage to his eye started spreading across social media.
Rhodes went through a brutal main event against Randy Orton on Night One of WrestleMania 42, and fans immediately saw the damage begin when Orton landed a punch that busted him open late in the match. By the end of the bout, Rhodes’ left eye was swollen shut, and the aftermath only got worse once he made it backstage.
The photo now circulating online shows just how serious the injury looks. Rhodes is seen with heavy bruising around his left eye, which appears badly swollen and darkened, matching reports that he suffered significant facial damage during the match.
The viral image lines up with what WWE confirmed after the show. Rhodes was busted open in multiple spots during the match and required several staples in his head following the fight with Orton. WWE officials also confirmed that he was placed into concussion protocol after the match due to the severity of the beating he took.
Rhodes’ condition was serious enough that WWE later confirmed he was not medically cleared to compete because of an orbital injury. The situation forced WWE to remove him from all scheduled appearances at WWE World on Sunday, with ticket holders notified that he would not be appearing due to medical concerns.
With the photo continuing to spread online, fans are now seeing firsthand how much punishment Rhodes endured during the WrestleMania 42 main event. There is still no confirmed timeline for his return, leaving uncertainty about when the champion will be able to step back into the ring.
Do you think Cody Rhodes should stay off TV until he fully heals, or should WWE keep him involved in storylines while recovering? Let us know in the comments.
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