John Cena expressed a heartfelt message to Matt Cardona following his return to WWE on the January 2 SmackDown episode. Over the past year, Cena has consistently shown appreciation for Cardona, previously acknowledging him during CM Punk’s “Pipe Bomb” promo and sharing praises after Cardona’s NXT comeback and the Last Time is Now tournament performance in November.
After Cardona’s official reappearance on WWE’s main roster, Cena took to Twitter to commend both Cardona and his wife, Chelsea Green, emphasizing that their persistence and preparation have paved the way for their success as WWE stars set to rise in 2026. Cena wrote, “Persistence and preparation help create good luck. We couldn’t be more proud of both @TheMattCardona and @ImChelseaGreen. They are a great example of how hard work can lead to good fortune. Welcome home, Matt.” Additionally, Cena posted a screenshot of Cardona’s WWE return entrance on Instagram.
Cardona’s WWE comeback has sparked widespread support from former TNA Wrestling colleagues like Brian Myers and Steph de Lander. WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H also celebrated Cardona’s return on social media after the SmackDown match.
Fan Take: John Cena’s public backing of Matt Cardona not only highlights Cardona’s inspiring journey but also signals a fresh wave of exciting talent in WWE. For fans, this reunion sparks hope for thrilling storylines and renewed energy within the wrestling world.
