John Cena and CM Punk last faced off in a match where Cena retained his WWE Championship amid various distractions caused by Seth Rollins and his allies. On the show “Busted Open Radio,” former ECW champion Tommy Dreamer shared that the unique desert setting added a special atmosphere to this highly anticipated showdown between the longtime rivals.
Dreamer expressed how engaged he was throughout the match, admitting he believed at times that Punk might win in Saudi Arabia, and praised the way the event kept the audience invested. He also highlighted Punk’s respectful gesture of apologizing to the Saudi fans for previous remarks about WWE’s presence in the country, noting this added depth to the weekend’s story. The enthusiastic crowd singing along to entrances and the announcer’s mention that this would be Cena’s final WWE match in Saudi Arabia further enhanced the electric atmosphere.
The match wasn’t just between Cena and Punk; Seth Rollins also attempted to claim the title via cash-in but was thwarted after referee Charles Robinson was attacked, enabling Rollins to complete his cash-in but still failing to secure the championship thanks to Cena’s intervention.
Fan Take: This headline match stands as a pivotal moment for WWE, reinforcing the legendary status of both Cena and Punk while setting the stage for fresh rivalries and storylines. For fans, it’s exciting to see such intense storytelling in an iconic location, promising future events that blend thrilling athleticism with compelling drama.
