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Cody Rhodes and John Cena Set for WWE Championship Showdown at WrestleMania 41

As WrestleMania 41 begins, Rhodes's request for Stephen A. Smith as his manager and Cena's heel turn fuel anticipation, with rumors of outside interference adding intrigue.

Wrestlemania 41, Night 1: Here are all the live-streaming details for the year's biggest event.
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Overview

  • Cody Rhodes will defend his WWE Championship against John Cena in the main event of WrestleMania 41, taking place April 19-20, 2025, in Las Vegas.
  • Rhodes has publicly requested ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith to serve as his ringside manager, though Smith's involvement remains unconfirmed.
  • John Cena's shocking heel turn at the Elimination Chamber, where he attacked Rhodes, has redefined their rivalry heading into WrestleMania.
  • During the final SmackDown before WrestleMania, Rhodes insulted Cena's Hollywood career and physical appearance, referencing Cena's controversial Oscars stunt in 2024.
  • Speculation continues around potential interference by WWE legends The Rock and Randy Orton, with both teased as possible disruptors in the title match.