The conclusion to WrestleMania 39 will likely go down as one of the most polarizing in the event’s storied history. After a historically great undercard, Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes gave fans an absolute banger of a match, backed by an emotionally invested crowd that was so hungry to see The American Nightmare finally finish the story and fulfill his destiny. But to the shock of almost everyone in attendance and watching at home, The Tribal Chief continued his nearly one thousand day unbeaten streak and pinned his challenger (after some interference). In the week since, fans have argued about the conclusion, and now, WWE legend Kurt Angle has given his take.
Appearing on his podcast, The Kurt Angle Show, The American Hero was asked for his perspective on the decision to keep Roman on top of the mountain, and he was clear he didn’t agree with it. Angle said he doesn't think it makes sense to keep one person as a champion for that long, and while he thinks Roman is great and deserves what’s come to him, he thinks WrestleMania 39 was the moment to turn Cody from star into mega-star. Here’s a portion of his quote…
