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John Cena May Face Longtime Rival on Retirement Tour

JBL reveals he would come out of retirement for one final match with John Cena during the WWE star’s 2025 farewell tour.

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2 months ago

January 17, 2025

Patricki Chites

Will John Cena’s farewell tour include one last clash with the man who helped launch his championship legacy? JBL certainly hopes so.

As Cena prepares to wrap up his storied 23-year main roster career in 2025, JBL reflected on their memorable 2005 WrestleMania 21 encounter where Cena captured his first WWE Championship. Speaking on the Something to Wrestle podcast, JBL expressed his willingness to step out of retirement for one more match with the 16-time champion.

I was so happy that I was part of John’s formative career. And again, I don’t take any credit for anything John did. John would be exactly where he is now, with or without me. I’m just glad that I was one of the ones that was there at the start. But John’s such a great guy. Everything about him…the more you know about John, from his Make-A-Wish, what he does, to how he interacts with fans, to how he interacts with talent, what he’s done with talent, it’s just amazing. So yeah, of course [I’d like one more crack at him].

Will John Cena Break Ric Flair’s Record?

While fans debate whether Cena should break the world championship record during his farewell run, JBL shared his perspective on the milestone:

I think it be cool to see. It’s like the four minute barrier of the mile, you want to see it broke…you want to see Judge break Babe’s record. You want to see stuff like this happen in life. You don’t know…when it could ever happen again. Randy looks like he’s getting up to that point that he might be the guy that breaks it as well. But I’d love to see it, and I can’t wait to see what all John does in the next few months.

Frankie Kazarian

TNA Star Teases WWE RAW Appearance To Settle Unfinished Business

Former X-Division Champion Frankie Kazarian addresses JBL’s TNA Genesis appearance with potential WWE Raw confrontation in Dallas.

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2 months ago

January 20, 2025

Patricki Chites

Frankie Kazarian responded to JBL’s interference at TNA Genesis, where the WWE Hall of Famer prevented Kazarian from cashing in his Call Your Shot trophy during the World Championship match. On social media, Kazarian addressed the situation and teased appearing on tonight’s WWE Raw in Dallas:

Getting real sick of this bastard showing up, uninvited, to @ThisIsTNA which is MY show. Maybe I’ll show up on @WWE #RawOnNetflix and clothesline the hell out of @JCLayfield #KingofTNA

Kazarian earned his championship opportunity by winning a 20-person intergender battle royal at Bound for Glory 2024. Tonight’s Raw serves as the final show before WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in San Antonio, Texas.

JBL Comments on Recent TNA Appearances

JBL appeared at TNA Genesis in Garland, Texas, delivering a Clothesline From Hell to Kazarian during Joe Hendry’s TNA World Championship match against Nic Nemeth. Following the event, JBL addressed his actions:

Arrive. Clothesline somebody. Leave.

The Genesis appearance marked JBL’s third TNA Wrestling involvement, following appearances at Emergence and Bound For Glory. JBL has appeared across multiple promotions over the past year, including AAA’s Triplemanía XXXII, Game Changer Wrestling, Major League Wrestling, and Juggalo Championship Wrestling.

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JBL Comments on TNA Genesis Appearance Before WWE RAW Return

WWE Hall of Famer JBL addresses his TNA Genesis interference in Hendry-Nemeth match ahead of scheduled WWE RAW appearance.

Published

2 months ago

January 20, 2025

Patricki Chites

JBL appeared at TNA Genesis in Garland, Texas, delivering a Clothesline From Hell to Frankie Kazarian during Joe Hendry’s TNA World Championship match against Nic Nemeth. The WWE Hall of Famer addressed his appearance on social media following the event.

Arrive. Clothesline somebody. Leave.
Arrive.
Clothesline somebody.
Leave. https://t.co/5YUgmTtSiE— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) January 20, 2025

The Genesis appearance marked JBL’s third involvement with TNA Wrestling. His initial appearance occurred at Emergence, where he interacted with Nic Nemeth following a successful TNA World Championship defense against Josh Alexander. At Bound For Glory, JBL prevented Kazarian from using his Call Your Shot Trophy and confronted both Joe Hendry and Ryan Nemeth.

Over the past year, JBL has appeared in multiple promotions including AAA’s Triplemanía XXXII, Game Changer Wrestling, Major League Wrestling, and Juggalo Championship Wrestling.

JBL Discusses WWE RAW Return Plans

JBL will return to WWE on the January 20, 2025, episode of RAW on Netflix. During an appearance on the Something to Wrestle podcast, he discussed his upcoming return.

I’m excited. They gave me a call and I said, ‘Hey, I’m thrilled to be coming in.’ Pat McAfee is out for the national championship game. So I’m not sure exactly what I’m doing. I kind of got an idea a little bit from Creative, and it sounds all fun.

The WWE Hall of Famer expressed interest in reuniting with Michael Cole at the announcer’s desk and praised WWE’s treatment of returning legends.

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JBL Discusses Possible Plans For Return To RAW

WWE Hall of Famer JBL discusses his upcoming return to WWE Raw on Netflix and potential reunion with Michael Cole at the announcer’s desk.

Published

2 months ago

January 18, 2025

Patricki Chites

JBL will return to WWE on the January 20, 2025, episode of RAW on Netflix. During an appearance on the Something to Wrestle podcast, JBL discussed the circumstances surrounding his return.

I’m excited. They gave me a call and I said, ‘Hey, I’m thrilled to be coming in.’ Pat McAfee is out for the national championship game. So I’m not sure exactly what I’m doing. I kind of got an idea a little bit from Creative, and it sounds all fun.

JBL expressed interest in reuniting with Michael Cole at the announcer’s desk.

I’m excited to go back, and I hope I get to work with Michael Cole. I’m not sure exactly what I’m doing, but I hope I get to work with Michael.

The WWE Hall of Famer spoke about WWE’s treatment of returning legends.

When you’re gone for a while, you just kind of enjoy being back in the arena. Seeing the guys that you know, seeing the new guys. They treat you unbelievably well. It’s amazing how well. A lot of people sent out those notes that we got at Christmas, ‘Thank you for being a legend and building this business.’ They just do cool things. The way they handle legends is just fantastic.

WWE Announces New Matches And Segments For Next RAW

WWE announced additional matches and segments for the January 20 episode of RAW on Netflix. Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky face Pure Fusion Collective following PFC’s attack on Damage CNTRL member Kairi Sane.

Sami Zayn addresses the WWE Universe after his victory over The Miz. Seth Rollins previously confronted Zayn about helping Roman Reigns regain the Tribal Chief position.

Women’s Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria makes her first RAW appearance since capturing the championship. These segments join previously announced matches featuring Seth Rollins versus Drew McIntyre and The New Day.