NJPW Star Gabe Kidd Calls Out WWE Champions Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton
NJPW STRONG Openweight Champion Gabe Kidd is not one to mince words.
In a series of blistering tweets, Kidd challenged both Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton to step into the ring with him.
First, Kidd went after Rhodes, who he claims to have beaten in the past, issuing a fiery challenge to defend his Undisputed WWE Championship at the Tokyo Dome, stating they could "change the game" together. Kidd didn’t hold back, calling Rhodes out directly in his tweet, adding fuel to the fire of this potential showdown.
Kidd wasn’t done there. He proceeded to turn his attention to Randy Orton, calling him out with another scathing tweet, challenging him to "speak to his boss." This confrontation was equally brazen, with Kidd asserting his own abilities and demanding Orton confront him in the ring if he disagreed.
Kidd’s confidence is evident. With a major match against Kenny Omega looming at NJPW x AEW Wrestle Dynasty on the horizon, Kidd seems ready to take on the world, one established name at a time.
Gabe Kidd Eyes Kenny Omega: A Changing of the Guard?
Locked in for a battle against Kenny Omega, Kidd recently discussed their upcoming encounter. In an interview with Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, Kidd was bold, suggesting that it was time for Omega to step aside and let a new generation rise.
"The right thing for him to do is to realize, listen, I’ve had a great career, it’s been fun times, but it’s time for the next guy, and I will sacrifice my body. He should sacrifice himself in this match and just realize that he is not the Kenny Omega he once was," Kidd declared. "These people see him as a god, and I will treat him like a peasant, and they will see me as a god, and New Japan will take its top spot back as number one pro wrestling company in the world. That’s what I think he should do."
He went on, not pulling punches: "I think he should be a fcking professional, pull his thumb out his ass and stop crying. You got dealt with, you got warned, and now it’s time. So fck him. That’s it. I don’t know the future. If he’s not a bitch, we’ll see what happens."
Will Kidd’s brash words become reality? Only time will tell if he can topple both veterans and claim his place atop the wrestling world.
What is motivating Gabe Kidd’s public calls to fight top WWE stars?
## Backstage Buzz: Gabe Kidd Takes Aim At WWE Big Dogs
**Interviewer:** Welcome back! Our recent search of wrestler social media takes us to NJPW Strong Openweight Champion Gabe Kidd. He’s not afraid to call out the big names, and he’s setting his sights on none other than WWE champs Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. Kidd isn’t just barking, he’s issuing formal challenges! Joining us now is wrestling insider Dave Meltzer to break down this wild situation.
Dave, Gabe Kidd’s tweets are pretty fiery, even for wrestling. What’s the catalyst behind these callouts?
**David Meltzer:** Gabe Kidd’s always been a confident competitor, but he’s really amped things up lately. He’s clearly frustrated with the perception that he’s not getting the recognition he deserves as a top talent in the industry.
Calling out Esther Rhodes and Randy Orton, two of the biggest names in WWE, is definitely a bold move. It’s a message to the entire wrestling world that he’s ready to compete against the best.
**Interviewer:** Right, and this isn’t just talk. He’s demanding a title match against Rhodes at the Tokyo Dome! How likely is that to happen?
**David Meltzer:** It’s a long shot, to say the least. Logistically, it would require a ton of negotiations between NJPW and WWE, and those organizations don’t exactly have a close relationship. But stranger things have happened in wrestling. Kushida recently returned to New Japan after time in WWE signifying some openness there.
**Interviewer:** Kidd’s challenge to Randy Orton is interesting too. He tells Orton to “speak to his boss.” Do you think there’s a deeper meaning behind that?
**David Meltzer:** I think Kidd’s trying to highlight the power dynamics within WWE.
He’s essentially saying that if Orton wants a match, he’ll have to go through Vince McMahon, and that shows how controlling the WWE system can be. It’s a sly dig at Orton’s legacy within the company.
**Interviewer:** Two huge challenges laid down by Gabe Kidd. Thanks for your insight, Dave! This is a situation we’ll definitely be watching closely, so stay tuned for more updates!
