"GUNTHER, a Raw superstar, appeared on SmackDown to challenge Rhodes."
Ricky Saints Debuts on SmackDown
During the May 1 episode of SmackDown, Ricky Saints made his WWE debut by interrupting WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Citing medical clearance, Saints challenged Rhodes to a match. Rhodes defeated Saints cleanly with the Cross Rhodes finisher.
GUNTHER Attacks After the Match
Immediately following the bout, GUNTHER attacked Rhodes, applying a chokehold and holding up Rhodes' championship belt.
Brand Split Implications
GUNTHER, a Raw superstar, appeared on SmackDown to challenge Rhodes. This follows a similar incident where SmackDown's Jacob Fatu appeared on Raw to challenge Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship, raising questions about the enforcement of the brand split.
Potential Match at Backlash
Rhodes vs. GUNTHER is a potential future match, possibly for the Backlash event on May 9. Higher stakes beyond the title may be proposed if the feud continues.