Kevin Owens faced a terrifying and bloody ordeal during his WWE Championship match with Cody Rhodes at the 2025 Royal Rumble.
What was meant to be a highly anticipated clash between the two men, whose friendship had turned bitter, ended with Owens in a bloody heap after a brutal finish.
Owens, known for his toughness, pushed through the pain in a violent encounter that left fans holding their breath.
Blood, which is rare in WWE these days, streamed down Owens’ face as he and Rhodes exchanged punishing moves.
A Brutal Ladder Spot Leaves Owens Injured
The most concerning moment of the match came when Owens executed a spinning suplex on Rhodes through a ladder, leaving both men struggling on the mat.
As the match reached its climax, things escalated further.
Owens’ friend, Sami Zayn, rushed to ringside, ready to help but ultimately refrained from interfering in the match.
The action hit another gear as both men headed towards the announce tables.
Owens attempted a package piledriver through one of the tables, but Rhodes countered with an Alabama Slam that saw Owens go crashing through a ladder.
The brutal impact left Owens folded awkwardly in the ladder’s rungs, raising immediate concern for his neck and overall condition.
Owens Appears Conscious Despite Horrific Injury
Though Owens appeared to be conscious and alert as Rhodes celebrated his victory, the damage to his face was impossible to ignore.
The bleeding started when Owens took a hit near the announce table, but after being trapped in the ladder, the cuts on his face worsened significantly.
Fans and fellow wrestlers alike were left worried about his condition.
Unfortunately for Owens, the night didn’t get any better.
He lost the WWE Championship match to Rhodes, and his long-time friend Sami Zayn also fell short in his Royal Rumble attempt later on.
With Jey Uso ultimately claiming victory in the Rumble match, Owens and Zayn’s plans to headline WrestleMania together for a world title were dashed.
The Uncertainty Around Owens’ Future in WWE
Amidst all the chaos, there has been growing speculation about Kevin Owens’ WWE contract, as it’s rumored to be expiring early in the year.
While no official reports have confirmed whether his contract has been renewed, the uncertainty surrounding his future only adds to the drama of the night.
Despite the brutal loss and the potential of his WWE exit, Owens remains one of the most resilient and popular stars in the company, and fans are eager to see what’s next for him, both in the ring and beyond.
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