At Money in the Bank 2024, John Cena announced his official retirement as a full-time in-ring participant in WWE. Well really, he announced “The Last Time is Now” retirement tour that will see him perform consistently for the last time through 2025. The Man Who Cannot Be Seen shall, indeed, be seen no more. It is sort of surreal to see Cena taking his bow for me, as he was someone whose meteoric rise I witnessed first; a megastar I watched through all the thorny bits. To say Cena is one of the most important men in the history of WWE is an understatement, but through all that history, there have been so many matches, feuds, and moments that have cemented his status as a legend.
The stuff that’s not getting the attention it deserves. The stuff that’s been overlooked, forgotten, or simply ignored. This is about the hidden gems, the underappreciated, the overlooked. It’s about finding the beauty in the mundane, the magic in the ordinary.
Federline’s appearance was a strategic move, designed to generate buzz and hype for his album. He knew that WWE’s massive audience and the high-profile nature of the event would amplify the reach of his music. Federline’s actions were not without consequences.
This move was a huge shock to the fans and the WWE Universe. The feud between Umaga and R-Truth was a short-lived but impactful one. It was fueled by a combination of personal animosity and the WWE’s desire to create a compelling storyline.
The feud between The Undertaker and Kane was one of the most iconic and enduring rivalries in WWE history. The feud was characterized by a complex and multifaceted narrative, spanning multiple years and numerous storylines. The rivalry was fueled by a deep-seated family connection, a shared history, and a constant struggle for dominance.
The year was 2017, and Bobby Lashley was on the cusp of a major breakthrough. He was a dominant force in the WWE, holding the United States Championship and the Intercontinental Championship simultaneously. He was a force to be reckoned with, a true powerhouse. Lashley’s rise to prominence was fueled by his physicality and his relentless pursuit of victory.
* Lashley’s WWE career was marked by a series of dominant victories, including his championship reigns. * Lashley’s career was marked by a series of dominant victories, including his championship reigns.
* The ECW brand was revived in 2006. * Cena was a public enemy of the ECW brand. * Sabu was a big name on the ECW brand. * Sabu was a notorious botch machine.
A. The Miz: From Underdog to RAW Champion
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**The Miz’s Rise to Stardom on RAW**
The Miz’s arrival on RAW marked a significant shift in his career trajectory. He was no longer the underdog, the “cool” guy, or the comedic relief. Instead, he was presented as a serious competitor, a cunning strategist, and a master manipulator. This transformation was evident in his interactions with other superstars, his in-ring performances, and his overall persona.
The feud between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels was a short-lived but intense rivalry that took place in the late 1990s. The feud was fueled by Michaels’s desire to prove himself as a top-tier wrestler and his frustration with The Undertaker’s dominance. The feud culminated in a WrestleMania match that lasted only five minutes.
This clash of styles, Cesaro’s technical prowess and Cena’s power, was a captivating spectacle for the fans. This rivalry between the two titans of WWE, cemented its place as one of the most memorable feuds in recent years. This rivalry was characterized by a fascinating dynamic between Cesaro and Cena. This dynamic was further exemplified by their contrasting personalities and styles.
The match was a huge moment for Cena, as it marked his first time winning a championship in a major wrestling promotion. This was a turning point in his career, as it solidified his position as a top contender in the WWE. The match was a huge moment for Umaga, as well. It was his first time facing Cena in a major wrestling promotion.
The Last Man Standing match is a unique and exciting format that has become a staple in WWE. It’s a brutal, no-holds-barred contest where the last man standing wins. The format has been used in various WWE events, including WrestleMania, and has produced some of the biggest rivalries and most memorable moments in WWE history.
What happened next was the squad of eight youngsters descending on the ring like vultures, tearing Cena and the entire ringside area apart. This match is forgotten about because it was more-or-less a simple promotional catalyst for what became known as the “NXT Riot” that gave birth to the stable and storyline known as The Nexus. Ironically, Punk would usurp Barrett’s leadership of the group going into the next year. The other one took place on Feb. 25th 2013. Cena had just won the Royal Rumble and The Rock had just ended Punk’s 434-day reign as WWE Champion. After coming up short in a rematch at Elimination Chamber, Punk challenged Cena with his Wrestlemania title shot on the line. The two would engage in a nearly half-hour long match that featured all kinds of callbacks to their previous endeavors and included a forbidden piledriver. Cena would win following a stupid surprising hurricanrana into an AA. Given Punk’s 10 year exodus less than a year later and the fact that February is usually a blur in Wrestlemania build-up, it’s no wonder this is forgotten about.
As of the writing of this piece, it is the last time Cena and Punk would meet for at least over a decade. It would be a real shame to not see these two run it back at least one more time before Cena hangs it up.