Last week’s WWE SmackDown featured Logan Paul and the widely respected WWE champion John Cena exchanging verbal jabs targeting their upcoming Money in the Bank opponents, Cody Rhodes and Jawsaw. Instead of firing back with words, Rhodes and USO responded with physical attacks. WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry commented that many top wrestlers likely took offense to Cena and Paul’s remarks, who dismissed Rhodes and Jawsaw as mere “John Cena wannabes.”
On “Busted Open Radio,” Henry explained, “There needed to be a back-and-forth response. I don’t think this would have worked out with stars like Chris Jericho, Miz, or The Rock. And trying to outshine CM Punk in a promo? No one can outshine the legends I mentioned; they’ll quickly put you in your place.” He emphasized that wrestlers must continually elevate their performance, sharing how he received guidance from his own leadership to always improve. “Wrestlers need to be mentally prepared for verbal battles, and I feel that isn’t the case here.”
During the face-off, Cena labeled both Rhodes and Jawsaw as his biggest rivals, calling Rhodes “desperate” and Jawsaw “lazy.” Logan Paul added fuel to the fire by insulting Rhodes, Jawsaw, and the audience. In retaliation, Rhodes and the WWE World Heavyweight Champion launched a series of kicks and a 3D combo move, demonstrating their fighting spirit.
Fan Take: This verbal showdown and intense physical response highlight the passion and drama that keep WWE exhilarating. For fans, it signals an escalating rivalry that could lead to thrilling matches and memorable moments in future WWE events.
