Former WWE star David Otunga insists that The Nexus must confront John Cena once more before Cena’s retirement, calling for a final showdown to settle unfinished business. Otunga’s remarks center around the John Cena Nexus retirement saga, highlighting the unresolved tensions from their past.
Reflecting on The Nexus’ Untapped Potential
In a recent episode of The F Y’all Podcast, Otunga discussed The Nexus storyline, revealing his belief that the faction never achieved the impact it could have. He pointed to their significant loss at SummerSlam 2010 as a critical moment where the group’s momentum was abruptly halted.
Otunga Criticizes SummerSlam Loss and Calls for Retribution
“The SummerSlam thing, that was a disaster. We should have won that. That completely cut the legs out from under us. Everybody agreed (Nexus should have won) but one person. John Cena.”
David Otunga, Former WWE Superstar
Otunga stressed that Cena’s retirement should not pass without The Nexus making a comeback to confront him directly in the ring. He envisions an unexpected return by the faction, demanding payback for their previous defeat as part of Cena’s final moments in WWE.
“And to be honest with you, I think it’s a travesty if he retires without The Nexus coming back to whoop his ass. I think that’s what should happen. He should be about to break the record, all of a sudden, who comes out of the crowd, who pops up on the ring – boom, it’s payback. Here’s your receipt, our receipt.”
David Otunga, Former WWE Superstar
SummerSlam 2010: A Pivotal and Controversial Moment
The Nexus’ loss to Team WWE at SummerSlam 2010 remains a debated decision among fans and insiders alike. The defeat is widely regarded as having derailed the group’s rise, despite their considerable impact on the WWE roster at the time.
During the match, Cena was at a disadvantage, facing Wade Barrett and Justin Gabriel in a two-on-one confrontation after suffering a brutal DDT onto the concrete. Against the odds, Cena triumphed for Team WWE, but the victory came with lasting controversy. Even John Cena later acknowledged that the choice for Team WWE to win was a mistake.
The Implications of a Nexus Return Before Cena’s Farewell
Otunga’s call for The Nexus to disrupt Cena’s retirement plans underscores the lingering tension between the faction and one of WWE’s biggest stars. Should this confrontation occur, it could provide a dramatic conclusion to a storyline left unresolved for over a decade. The potential return of The Nexus adds an unpredictable element to Cena’s farewell tour, offering fans a nostalgic and thrilling clash before he exits the spotlight.
