Randy Orton recently shared his thoughts on John Cena’s retirement from WWE and explained why he missed Saturday Night’s Main Event. Cena concluded his WWE career at the event in Washington, D.C., where he faced Gunther in the final match of his farewell tour. While many of Cena’s iconic rivals were present, Orton was noticeably absent due to his commitments in Saudi Arabia promoting the upcoming Royal Rumble.
Orton took to Instagram to reveal that he and Cena exchanged texts on the morning of Cena’s retirement day. He expressed his respect and admiration for Cena, highlighting their two decades of shared history in wrestling and how Cena inspired not only fans but also himself. Orton expressed gratitude for Cena’s positive influence in the locker room and wished him well in his future endeavors in Hollywood and beyond.
Fan Take: This moment is a major milestone for WWE, as it marks the end of an era with Cena’s retirement, while also showing the respect and camaraderie among wrestling legends like Orton. For fans, it signals a shift in WWE’s future stars and storylines, which could open the door for fresh rivalries and exciting new chapters in the sport.
