WWE reportedly chooses John Cena to end Cody Rhodes' championship reign
PWInsider sources reveal WWE is considering Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena as main option for WrestleMania 41.
WWE is preparing the road to WrestleMania 41 following a record-breaking 2024. With RAW debuting on Netflix on January 6 and Royal Rumble approaching soon, rumors about potential matches are beginning to surface.
2025 will be John Cena’s farewell year from the ring. With his participation already confirmed for WrestleMania 41, speculation about his opponent is growing. According to PWInsider, WWE is considering a match between Cena and Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.
Most discussions have centered around the idea of Cody Rhodes vs. Cena at WrestleMania 41.
The report emphasizes that these plans are not set in stone. The Rock is a key piece in WWE’s planning for WrestleMania. His presence or absence, due to his movie schedule, could significantly alter the plans.
Currently, Cody Rhodes is feuding with Kevin Owens, while Cena prepares to begin his farewell tour when RAW debuts on Netflix. The possibility of CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns is also being considered for WrestleMania 41.
WWE rules out Logan Paul vs. John Cena
The possibility of a match between Logan Paul and John Cena at WrestleMania 41 has been ruled out. According to WrestleVotes, members of the creative team oppose the idea, considering that Paul may not be the ideal opponent for Cena’s farewell.
During an appearance on the Impaulsive podcast, Cena acknowledged Paul’s importance to WWE:
The landscape has changed, and because of that change and our better distribution, you can find us in more places. With your moves, you show that you really care, and that means a lot. You went from special guest to full-time superstar in five minutes.