John Cena Sr., the patriarch of the Cena family and a wrestling icon in his own right, has laid down the gauntlet for his son at WrestleMania 41. Cena made a triumphant return to Monday Night Raw on January 6th, declaring his intention to enter the Royal Rumble and capture a record-breaking 17th world championship. The odds were initially in his favor, a testament to his enduring popularity and unwavering determination.
John Cena Sr. Just Named the Superstar He Believes Should Face His Son at WrestleMania
In a recent interview with
Sportskeeda's Bill Apter, the elder Cena revealed his dream matchup for "The Champ" at the Showcase of Immortals. When asked about the possibility of a dream match for his son at WrestleMania 41, Cena Sr. didn't hesitate:
“I think you have two young men in there, and John is still young, two different styles. Gunther, if you look at his style, it’s more Greco Roman, he’s right in there, does those smart wrestling snap moves when John is more about get in, do his thing, and make the win. I think it would be very interesting, I think they would compliment each other. I think that would be one heck of a competition.”
Cena Sr. acknowledged the formidable challenge that Gunther presents. The Intercontinental Champion is a force of nature, a modern-day "Ring General" with an imposing physique and an unwavering will to dominate. "Gunther is a beast," Cena Sr. admitted.
“I think John Cena wins that match the same way he wins every match. There’s going to be an attitude adjustment, a you can’t see me, and one two three count. Let me say this, if he is going to fight Gunther, that will not be an easy match. If he doesn’t come out victorious, I would think there’d be nothing to be ashamed of there, but my money is on him.”
When presented with the alternative of a potential match against Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship, Cena Sr. maintained his stance. He said, “I don’t see that happening. I think that match is reserved for The Rock, I really do. I think you’re going to see The Rock against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41. But should John Cena face Cody Rhodes, I think they both of a little bit of the same style. It’s that rough and tough, knock him down, pull him up and never quit, never give up. I think that would be a very heated awesome match to watch. They’re not different, they’re very similar in their ways.”
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