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    3 Reasons why Cody Rhodes & Jacob Fatu are in the same Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match

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    Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu have been embroiled in a heated feud on SmackDown for the past few weeks. Both men are set to compete in a huge Triple Threat Match next week against Sami Zayn and it is set to be an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. This announcement of this match came as a big shock to a lot of fans and there’s a reason behind it.

    Fans were expecting Fatu and Rhodes to compete in two separate qualifying matches, with both ultimately entering the Men’s Elimination Chamber in Chicago. WWE however shocked everyone by pitting the two in the very same match. Since then, a lot of fans have been scratching their heads, unable to comprehend the math behind this baffling decision.

    Let’s take a look at three reasons why Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu are in the same Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match:

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    #3. To force a direct collision between Jacob Fatu and Cody Rhodes

    Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu have been on a rampage against each other for the past few weeks. However, the two men have yet to lock horns in a proper match. With WrestleMania 42 on the horizon, WWE might be looking to put an end to this rivalry by showing a major outing between them. Therefore, the Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match allows Fatu and Rhodes to settle their differences.

    By pitting two top challengers against each other with only one Chamber spot on the line, WWE would be able to raise the tension. This prevents both from coasting into the Chamber unchallenged and builds heat through competition rather than parallel paths. It ensures one top guy gets eliminated from the title picture early, making the winner’s advancement feel earned and more impactful.

    #2. No plans for a Triple Threat Match at WrestleMania 42

    The Undisputed WWE Championship picture has gotten quite interesting lately, with Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu intertwined in the same storyline on SmackDown. Rumors have been swirling that the company could book a huge Triple Threat Match at WrestleMania 42 for the coveted title by putting all three superstars in the same match.

    However, WWE may not have any such plans. The company may have locked their plans for a singles match for McIntyre at The Show of Shows. Hence, it could be a major reason why Fatu and Rhodes were booked in the same Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. One of them is likely to go after the Undisputed WWE Championship, while the other may head in a new direction.

    #1. To create high-stakes drama and a massive shocker

    Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu being in the same Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match could be a strategic move to give fans a massive shocker. The American Nightmare could win this match next week and go on to compete inside the Chamber. Just when things would start looking predictable, the creative team could unravel several twists and turns on the Road to WrestleMania.

    Jacob Fatu could interfere in the Men’s Elimination Chamber and attack Cody Rhodes. He could earn a backdoor entry into the bigger story. Such a major development would tie both Rhodes and Fatu to the Undisputed WWE Title picture without both needing to win the Chamber. This would suitably pave the way for a multi-man chaos at The Showcase of the Immortals.