Travis Scott laid a tight slap to the side of Cody Rhodes’ head, which perhaps burst his eardrum, and suffered a black eye (Image via WWE)
WWE star Cody Rhodes has recently clarified that there was never any real backstage tension between him and rapper Travis Scott , despite their controversial interaction at the Elimination Chamber 2025. Scott’s WWE involvement also continued as he later got involved in Cody’s WrestleMania 41 match against John Cena, pulling the referee out of the ring before Rhodes eventually planted him with CrossRhodes. Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news , check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule .
The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes has cleared up that there was no personal heat involved with rapper Travis Scott due to their ugly feud during the 2025 Elimination Chamber. We love Travis Scott.” (source: Ringside News) During the brutal attack on Cody Rhodes, Travis Scott launched a powerful attack behind his ears, which quickly went viral on social media. Despite the memorable slap and the reported injury, Rhodes’ latest comments suggest that he remains open to working with Scott again.
He cleared this during a new appearance on Complex’s Sneaker Shopping, Rhodes was asked about Travis Scott sneakers after previously saying there were “no more Travis Scotts in the house” following their WWE run. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines In fact, Rhodes said he would welcome Scott back to WWE, describing him as wonderful and expressing interest in seeing him involved in another storyline. Rhodes also expressed interest in seeing Scott return to WWE for another appearance. During a recent appearance on Complex’s Sneaker Shopping , Rhodes discussed his relationship with Scott while talking about the rapper’s signature sneakers. The conversation revisited the infamous slap Scott delivered to Rhodes during their WWE storyline involving The Rock and John Cena . During the Elimination Chamber, Travis Scott left Cody Rhodes heavily injured after he delivered a tight slap to the side of Cody Rhodes’ head, which perhaps burst his eardrum, and he suffered a black eye. However, Rhodes dismissed the idea that no personal animosity was involved. This prompted him to address their feud, saying there was never any legitimate beef behind the scenes. Rhodes added, “Well, the Travis Scott of it all, the pair that Brandi did wear those. And I don’t think she gave a damn that he’s put the big old slap — I don’t even know what we’d call his hand. It was like a frying pan. He’s got a big hand. And I — no, there was never, never any heat. However, as per reports, it is being speculated by Dave Meltzer that Scott’s slap caused the WWE Undisputed Champion’s injury. “Yeah, I’d like to see Travis Scott back doing something with WWE. He’s wonderful,” Rhodes further stated. Cena ultimately walked out with the championship with the help of Scott. His remarks also put to rest speculation that the incident created lasting personal tension between the two. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.