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WATCH: WWE superstars pay emotional tribute to John Cena

WWE’s biggest names, including Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns and CM Punk, have come together for an emotional tribute, honouring legendary John Cena as he heads into the final match of his illustrious career.

Cena, a 17-time World Champion and one of WWE’s most iconic figures, is set to wrestle for the last time on December 13 at Saturday Night’s Main Event inside Washington D.C.’s Capital One Arena.

His farewell bout will see him take on Gunther, who earned the spot by defeating LA Knight in the tournament final.

With the countdown to Cena’s retirement well underway, WWE released a heartfelt tribute video across its digital platforms, featuring emotional appearances from current stars, former rivals, legends, and even backstage crew who have worked alongside him for years.

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The video includes silent tributes, no dialogue, only mannerisms and gestures synonymous with Cena, ranging from his signature “You Can’t See Me” taunt to salutes and handwritten messages.

Among those featured were aforementioned Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, as well as Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Bayley, Liv Morgan, The Miz, Wade Barrett, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, AJ Styles, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, and more.

Cena’s longtime cameraman, Stew, also made an appearance, adding a personal touch that resonated deeply with fans.

WWE’s Chief Content Officer Triple H, alongside Stephanie McMahon, also paid tribute, acknowledging Cena’s impact not just as a performer but as a locker-room leader and global ambassador.

The tribute arrives at the climax of Cena’s year-long farewell tour, one that celebrated a career spanning more than two decades, countless rivalries, and a body of work that transcended professional wrestling.

Saturday Night’s Main Event will not only celebrate Cena’s final appearance but will also showcase a packed card.

Cody Rhodes steps into the ring against NXT Champion Oba Femi, while Bayley faces Sol Ruca. The show will also feature AJ Styles & Dragon Lee vs Je’Von Evans & Leon Slater.

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Roman Reigns returns to WWE at SummerSlam 2024

CLEVELAND: The Head of the Table, Roman Reigns made his highly-anticipated return to WWE in the dying moments of SummerSlam 2024 during the Bloodline Rules match between Cody Rhodes and Solo Sikoa on Saturday.

Rhodes’ Undisputed WWE Championship was on the line and Sikoa gave a tough time to the champion, thanks to the support from the ‘new’ Bloodline, featuring Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa.

However, Randy Orton and Kevin Owens helped Rhodes to even the odds against the Bloodline.

In the closing moments, Sikoa hit a top rope splash and covered Rhodes for the pinfall, however the fighting champion kicked out at two-count.

As both competitors lay sprawled in the ring and their allies scattered around the ringside, Roman Reigns’ music echoed through the speakers, inciting a thunderous reaction from the excited crowd in Cleveland.

Reigns made his entrance to a massive ovation from the crowd. He walked purposefully towards the ring, his gaze fixed on his cousin Solo Sikoa.

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Upon stepping into the ring, the two locked eyes, tension crackling in the air. Reigns hit Sikoa with a stunning Superman punch, before following up with a thunderous spear that echoed through the arena.

The Head of the Table looked to a shocked Cody Rhodes and gave him an acknowledging nod before exiting the ring.

Rhodes delivered a decisive blow to Sikoa with his signature move, the Cross Rhodes, and then went for the cover as he locked eyes with Reigns. The referee began the count, counting to three and declaring Rhodes the winner.

For the unversed, Rhodes defeated Reigns at Wrestlemania 40 earlier this year to end his historic 1316-day world title reign.

After his loss, Reigns disappeared from WWE television and Solo Sikoa stepped into the role of the Tribal Chief, taking over the leadership of the Bloodline.

Sikoa brought in Tama Tonga and ousted his own brother Jimmy Uso from the faction. Subsequently, Tama Tonga’s brother Tanga Loa and Sikoa’s cousin Jacob Fatu joined to complete the new lineup of the Bloodline.

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Wrestlemania 40: Cody Rhodes finishes story, ends Roman Reigns’ historic title run

PHILADEPHIA: The American Nightmare, Cody Rhodes on Sunday, finally ‘finished his story’ by ending Roman Reigns’ historic world title run on Night 2 of the Wrestlemania 40.

Reigns had held the world title for an astounding 1,316 days, the third-longest title reign in the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) history and the longest in the modern era.

His enthralling bout with Rhodes was the rematch of the Wrestlemania 39 main event but the outcome turned out different as the latter finally finished his story and became the first from his family to lift the WWE world title.

Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes went hard at each other and appeared inseparable in a Bloodline Rules match, meaning no holds barred.

The faction soon took advantage of the situation as Jimmy Uso burst onto the scene to aid his cousin Reigns, who was receiving end at that point.

But Jimmy’s interference was soon neutralized by his twin brother Jey Uso, who speared him off the stage and through to the table.

Rhodes continued to dominate and had Reigns locked in Cross Rhodes until Solo Sikoa interfered and took the former out with a Samoan Spike.

He then helped Reigns up on his feet and hit another Samoan Spike in combination with the spear from the champions.

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But the move was not enough to Rhodes down as he kicked out on two.

Soon, John Cena’s music hit and he marched down to the ring and took out Sikoa by delivering an Attitude Adjustment on the commentary table.

He entered the ring, presumably to help Rhodes but that was not the case as The Rock took him out with a Rock Bottom.

Then Seth Rollins tried to get The Rock in full Shield gear but Reigns intercepted him.

Cody Rhodes was then at the mercy of The Rock, who looked determined to decimate the challenger but The Undertaker’s gong rang and the deadman, after a brief blackout, was standing behind The Rock.

He delivered a ruthless chokeslam to eliminate The Rock from the equation before vanishing in his infamous style.

After all the interferences, it was all down to Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns.

Reigns looked to settle the score by delivering a spear but Rhodes countered and soon put him away with triple Cross Rhodes.

The enthralling climax of WWE’s flagship show Wrestlemania 40 earned massive applaud from the live audience as well as from their fans across the world.

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