John Cena has posted a cryptic message on social media ahead of his scheduled confrontation with Cody Rhodes on next week’s RAW. The 16-time World Champion shared an Instagram post featuring people performing the heel turn dance move, appearing to reference his character change at Elimination Chamber.
WWE announced that Cena and Rhodes will come face-to-face on next Monday’s RAW for the first time since Cena’s shocking heel turn. This confrontation follows weeks of building tension as Rhodes has called out Cena on both SmackDown and RAW for his actions.
Cena shocked fans after winning the Men’s Elimination Chamber match when he aligned himself with The Rock, turning against the WWE fans and abandoning his long-standing values of hustle, loyalty, and respect. This dramatic character shift came after nearly two decades as WWE’s top hero.
The newly-villainous Cena is set to challenge Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 41. This championship opportunity represents Cena’s chance to secure a record-breaking 17th World Championship victory, surpassing Ric Flair’s legendary mark.
Cena’s social media post contained no written message, only the image of people performing the heel turn dance, making his intentions clear without words. The post has generated significant fan reaction as WWE continues building toward their WrestleMania showdown.
Rhodes has been vocal in his disappointment regarding Cena’s betrayal, addressing the situation on both SmackDown and RAW in recent weeks. Their face-to-face confrontation next Monday will be their first direct interaction since Cena’s alliance with The Rock.