WWE provided fans with an update on Cody Rhodes, following a post-show attack from Kevin Owens in Long Island, New York.
Owens laid out the champion with a package piledriver after Saturday Night’s Main Event went off the air, later being confronted by Triple H as Rhodes was stretchered out from the ring.
From the statement posted on WWE.com and social media:
The historic return of Saturday Night’s Main Event ended with Cody Rhodes retaining the Undisputed WWE Title in a thrilling match, but Kevin Owens would bring an end to the night with a heinous attack on The American Nightmare after the broadcast went off the air.
Earlier today it was confirmed that Cody Rhodes suffered cervical swelling and was kept overnight at a local hospital for observation.
While X-Rays were negative for a fracture, Rhodes has been officially diagnosed with axial compression of the cervical spine, as well as a cervical strain with spasm.
Be sure to follow WWE on social media for the latest updates on the Undisputed WWE Champion’s status.
It is unclear as of this writing what the status of Rhodes is coming out of Saturday Night’s Main Event, though spoilers from the recent SmackDown tapings indicate he may still make an appearance.