Cody Rhodes has recently shared his thoughts on his ongoing rivalry with John Cena, focusing on their high-profile encounters during WrestleMania 41 and SummerSlam. The rivalry notably included Cena’s win at WrestleMania 41, where he claimed the Undisputed WWE Championship for a record 17th time, followed by Rhodes’s victory over Cena at SummerSlam, marking a significant chapter in their shared storyline. This rivalry remains a key topic for fans of the Cody Rhodes John Cena Rivalry.
At WrestleMania 41, Cena’s performance came after his controversial heel turn at the Elimination Chamber, which drew criticism, especially due to the slow pace of the match and the unexpected run-in by rapper Travis Scott. Days later, Cena switched back to a babyface character, setting the stage for their rematch at SummerSlam, where Rhodes emerged victorious.
Cody Rhodes on the Storytelling Between Their Matches
During an interview on The Pat McAfee Show, Cody Rhodes emphasized the connection between the two matches against Cena, explaining that SummerSlam provided a more fitting conclusion after what he described as the “lack of a match” at WrestleMania. He views both contests as components of a single ongoing fight, highlighting the strategic aspect behind the storytelling in WWE.
“It’s MetLife, what a good time. I hate saying this, but part of the beauty of how great that match is was the lack of a match that really took place at WrestleMania in a sense. Sometimes the long game is the game. It’s like going on last, it’s a hard spot occasionally, but the bigger picture — I treat them as the same match and then we just got to use all the bells and whistles.”
— Cody Rhodes, Professional Wrestler
Rhodes also touched on his importance in other WWE storylines, mentioning his match on SmackDown alongside Randy Orton and confirming their alliance as the Mega Powers, an influential tag team dynamic within the promotion.
John Cena’s Upcoming Retirement and Match Schedule
As Cody Rhodes focuses on an upcoming clash with Seth Rollins at Crown Jewel, John Cena’s WWE career nears its conclusion with a widely anticipated retirement. It was recently announced that Cena will officially retire during Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13, which is set to take place at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
Before this final bout, Cena is scheduled to face AJ Styles at Crown Jewel in Australia. Although their match was publicly teased in a social media exchange involving a call-out to Triple H, it had been planned well in advance but kept off television due to Cena’s limited availability and demanding schedule.
Other Updates from WWE and Wrestling Legends
In other news, a WWE Hall of Famer has confirmed signing a legends contract, adding to the growing list of retired stars who continue to maintain official ties with the company. Additionally, The Rock recently spoke about how he became a WrestleMania main eventer through a memorable match against another WWE legend.
Meanwhile, Andrade El Idolo has returned to AEW and issued a one-word response regarding his unexpected comeback, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of wrestling careers today. On the production side, a WWE star changed their entrance theme early in their career after Triple H expressed dislike for their original music choice.
Serious concerns have also arisen recently after a former WWE champion survived a horrific car accident, sharing a health update from Disney World to reassure fans of their condition.
Furthermore, WWE has abandoned plans for an upcoming ‘Invasion’ show due to behind-the-scenes reasons, shedding light on the challenges promoters face in organizing major events.
Calls for a Final Match Between John Cena and Cody Rhodes
A growing number of wrestling veterans and fans believe John Cena should face Cody Rhodes in his final WWE match, pointing to their intense history and chemistry in the ring as a fitting way to close Cena’s illustrious career. This viewpoint underscores the significance of their rivalry and adds anticipation to Cena’s farewell appearances in WWE.
