John Cena has declared his intention to leave WWE as the reigning champion, which would force the company to introduce a new title for its superstars to compete for. This move threatens to erase 60 years of history and prestige linked to the original WWE Championship, a situation that Cody Rhodes is taking very seriously.
Speaking to The Boston Herald, Rhodes acknowledged Cena’s legendary status as one of the greatest wrestlers in WWE history. He can only imagine the tough decisions WWE might face if Cena follows through on his vow to shake up the wrestling world.
"John Cena is the greatest champion wrestling has ever seen. It’s foolish to think he’s just passing on the torch. He wants to either leave as a warrior or walk away with the title. Then WWE will have to scramble to arrange some tournament or something, which I intend to stop," Rhodes said.
After losing the championship to Cena at WrestleMania, Cody Rhodes now has a shot at redemption at SummerSlam. Having recently won the King of the Ring crown, Rhodes will challenge China at the Pay-Per-View event in August.
"You have to defeat him to earn that torch. Beat him decisively, so the referee can count to 100 if needed. It’s about respect and passing the title as true warriors," Rhodes added.
WWE SummerSlam 2025 is set to be a two-night event at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, August 2, 2025. For the latest news on Rhodes’ journey, stay tuned to SESCOOPS.
Fan Take: This unfolding storyline is crucial for WWE fans as it promises to reshape the landscape of the championship scene dramatically. The outcome could redefine what it means to be a true WWE champion and revive the spirit of competition within the sport.
