Logan Paul has openly declared his support for John Cena to defeat Brock Lesnar in their highly anticipated match at Wrestlepalooza tonight. The Maverick, who recently lost to Cena at Clash in Paris last month, explained why he favors Cena in this WWE showdown.
Why Logan Paul Is Rooting for John Cena Against Brock Lesnar
Logan Paul took to social media following an event on SmackDown where Brock Lesnar destroyed a Prime Hydration Station, which promotes Paul’s own Prime beverage brand. Reacting to this, Paul expressed his frustration with Lesnar’s actions and shared his stance on the upcoming bout.
What the hell did Prime ever do to you other than pay your bills. John Cena vs Brock Lesnar tonight on ESPN, absolutely crazy, but I’m rooting for John because Brock, you’re a disrespectful oversized sasquatch, and you shouldn’t have come back to WWE. There I said it.
— Logan Paul, WWE wrestler and influencer
Since returning to WWE at SummerSlam, Lesnar has been aggressively targeting Cena, seeking to reignite their long-standing rivalry. His goal appears to be ending the career of the 17-time world champion at Wrestlepalooza, instead of allowing Cena to finish out his Farewell Tour on his own terms.
Although Logan Paul is not scheduled to compete at the Pay-Per-View event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, he will likely be cheering Cena on from afar. Paul’s admiration for Cena as one of WWE’s all-time greats motivates him to support the 48-year-old as he faces arguably the toughest opponent in WWE history.
Brock Lesnar’s View on Logan Paul’s Wrestling Career
Logan Paul has defied expectations by emerging as a credible wrestler after transitioning from a celebrity background, earning respect from wrestling legends like JBL and Sgt. Slaughter. Sgt. Slaughter even suggested that Paul could rise to Cena’s level someday.
Before Paul’s WWE debut at WrestleMania 38 in April 2022, Brock Lesnar commented on Paul’s potential wrestling future during an interview with the New York Post. Lesnar acknowledged the work Logan and his brother Jake put into building their brand on YouTube, praising their creativity and self-promotion.
Can (Logan) become a professional wrestler? Maybe if he puts as much ambition into that.
— Brock Lesnar, WWE heavyweight champion and former UFC fighter
Since then, Logan Paul has become a regular on the WWE roster, winning the United States Championship and facing top stars such as John Cena, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins. However, he has yet to have an in-ring match with Lesnar, and his recent harsh remarks about the veteran wrestler could have consequences.
The Stakes Behind Tonight’s Wrestlepalooza Opener
The tensions between Lesnar and Cena add a charged atmosphere to Wrestlepalooza’s opening contest, where Cena is fighting to preserve his legacy while Lesnar aims to retire one of wrestling’s most decorated champions. Logan Paul’s vocal support for Cena underscores the deep rivalry and personal dynamics involved.
Tonight’s bout could drastically influence Cena’s Farewell Tour storyline and shape Lesnar’s path going forward in WWE. Paul’s allegiance to Cena not only highlights his respect for the 48-year-old icon but also fuels the drama surrounding this intense clash in Indianapolis.
