Rusev has expressed his gratitude toward John Cena, highlighting how important their feud was for his career and revealing his desire to compete against Cena in his final retirement match. The focus on the Rusev John Cena Final Match has sparked excitement among fans eager to witness a potential conclusion to their storied rivalry.
In a recent conversation with VoxCatch, Rusev looked back to 2015 when he debuted as an undefeated foreign heel facing WWE’s leading hero, John Cena. This rivalry proved crucial for Rusev, helping him transition into a prominent main roster star in WWE.
Iconic Moments and Career Milestones from Their Clash
The height of their feud was marked by their battle over the United States Championship at WrestleMania 31, featuring one of the most memorable entrances in WWE history with Rusev arriving atop a military tank. This spectacle remains etched in fans’ memories as a moment of grandeur on the biggest wrestling stage.
“I learned a lot from John Cena. You know, I got to wrestle him quite a bit throughout my years in WWE. And I owe a lot of my success to him, because I got to learn from him, wrestling him, beating him as well. So I’m always going to be thankful for that.”
—Rusev
“That moment was special. You know, it’s WrestleMania, that’s the pinnacle of every professional wrestler. And to go out on a tank with my wife Lana in front of 75,000 people was absolutely a dream that you can’t even have when you’re a kid.”
—Rusev
Looking Ahead: A Final Showdown on John Cena’s Farewell Tour
As John Cena embarks on his farewell tour, concluding with his last match scheduled for December 13, Rusev hopes to face him once more to bring their story full circle. He views the opportunity to wrestle Cena at the end of his career as a symbolic and fitting finale for both competitors.
“He started my career, now I can end his, which [would] be very appropriate. And karma always strikes back at the end of the day.”
—Rusev
Rusev’s Current WWE Journey and Recent Success
After returning to WWE earlier this year following a stint in AEW, Rusev has been steadily making his mark once again, most recently securing a victory over Sheamus at the Clash in Paris premium live event. His renewed momentum adds weight to the anticipation surrounding any possible match with Cena.
Fans eager to learn more can watch Rusev’s detailed interview, where he shares insights about his feud, career, and his hopes for a climactic encounter with John Cena as part of the farewell tour.
