John Cena has done the unthinkable again—and this time, the message is loud and clear: he’s not here to fade away quietly. After successfully defending his title against both Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton—two of WWE’s most elite competitors—it’s becoming evident that no one may be able to stop Cena’s final reign. The question now looms large: Could John Cena actually retire as WWE Champion?
When Cena returned earlier this year, fans expected a short nostalgic run—one last goodbye tour with some feel-good moments. But what we’ve seen is something entirely different. This isn’t just a farewell; this is a domination. He’s not shaking hands, playing the good guy, or staying in the background. This is a darker, more calculated John Cena—and perhaps the most dangerous version we’ve ever seen.
Cody Rhodes, “The American Nightmare,” was supposed to be the man to carry WWE’s future. His momentum, fan support, and in-ring ability made him the perfect candidate to dethrone Cena. And Randy Orton, with decades of experience and a personal history with Cena, was seen as a real threat to end this legendary title run. But Cena defeated them both, with ruthless precision and veteran intelligence. He didn’t just beat them—he outsmarted them, proving that even after 20 years, he still knows how to control the big stage.
It’s becoming clear that Cena’s final run isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about legacy. For someone who has already done it all, what’s left? Retiring as WWE Champion would be the ultimate full-circle moment. It would allow him to end his career at the very top, not because someone handed it to him, but because he earned it—once again—on his own terms.
And while some fans may criticize the idea of an older veteran holding onto the championship, the reality is: Cena is still delivering. His promos are sharp, his matches are compelling, and his heelish attitude has added a fresh twist to his character. He’s not just clinging to the spotlight—he’s evolving within it, and that’s what makes this run feel so powerful.
Of course, challengers will come. New stars will rise. But with Cody and Orton—arguably the two most capable contenders—already falling to Cena, the path forward looks nearly impossible for anyone else. Who’s left that has the star power, story, and skill to realistically take the title from him?
As WWE builds toward its next big event, fans are left asking: Can anyone actually stop Cena? Or are we witnessing one of the most poetic, well-earned final acts in pro wrestling history?
If John Cena walks away from the WWE ring one last time still wearing the gold, it won’t just be a title victory—it will be a legendary, era-defining statement:
He came, he saw, and even in the end—he conquered.
