Overview

• John Cena's shocking heel turn debuted at Elimination Chamber 2025, where he betrayed Cody Rhodes and aligned with The Rock.
• WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H spearheaded the idea, pitching the transformation as a way to redefine Cena's farewell tour.
• Cena's new persona is rooted in bitterness over decades of fan criticism, fueling his desperation to cement his legacy.
• The storyline builds toward WrestleMania 41, where Cena will face Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
• A win at WrestleMania would make Cena the first-ever 17-time world champion, breaking Ric Flair's longstanding record.