John Cena Dropped Some Vicious Shots Last Night, But It Was Cody Rhodes’ Response That WWE Fans Are Shocked About

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John Cena used his golden shovel in the night, aiming to hide Cody Rhodes. He hurled harsh words at the WWE Champion, mocking various aspects of him. He ridiculed his perceived inauthenticity, mocked his lackluster gimmicks, made fun of his neck tattoo, his past struggles within WWE, and suggested that his song is more popular than he is. Repeatedly, he labeled him as mediocre, criticized his public speaking skills, poked fun at him for being overprotected, and even delivered a hall-of-fame worthy jab about Cody Rhodes allegedly stealing money from AEW owner Tony Khan. It was a brutal performance, another legendary John Cena promo that will likely be remembered for decades to come. However, it’s actually Cody Rhodes who has become the main topic of discussion among fans the following day.

Cody did a great job defending himself against Cena, unlike many other superstars who struggled to respond verbally. He argued that he was selected by the fans, not Vince McMahon like Cena, and accused him of leaving WWE in a worse state than when he joined. He claimed that Cena is responsible for the decline in fan interest and switch to other companies. He used strong language, calling Cena a “piece of shit” and suggesting that there’s more phallic imagery in Cena’s promos than in his actual jorts. He even brought up the infamous “you can’t wrestle” chants directed at Cena during ECW One Night Stand.

You’re invited to watch a remarkable promotional clash that could well become legendary in WWE history. Take a look at the entire segment below.

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, let me confess that John Cena truly outshone in this verbal battle. The jab he threw about constructing empires for billionaires while Cody allegedly pilfers from their offspring’s savings is nothing short of an iconic middle finger. It was undoubtedly the best line delivered by either combatant. Moreover, his knack for articulating thoughts and playing with words is unparalleled. The entire family exudes a unique, captivating expressiveness that’s hard to ignore. However, it’s important to acknowledge that Cody also gave a commendable performance. Frankly, I can’t think of many others on the entire WWE roster who could have kept pace with Cena last night. Thankfully, their exchange was nothing short of spectacular because it could have easily gone awry.

After John Cena’s initial speech, there was a moment when the crowd began to jeer Cody and chant his name loudly. This wasn’t exactly a warm welcome as it suggested a negative reaction towards him when he started discussing being chosen. A small mistake or a weak line in that instant could have made for an awkward night for him. The audience might have turned against him. Instead, we are all talking about what a phenomenal performance it was for Cody, with many fans claiming it was his best mic work ever. They’re praising him for holding his own with Cena, one of the most eloquent speakers in WWE history.

For several years now, Cody has been the most beloved ‘good guy’ in WWE. He’s portrayed as the pure, heroic character we’re all supposed to cheer for, which has won him a large fanbase. However, some fans feel somewhat detached from him, hoping he might switch sides and become a villain instead. They find him too protected, reminiscent of an older era’s clean-cut heroes and perhaps overly dependent on the fan interest generated by Roman Reigns’ antagonistic character, The Tribal Chief. However, performances like last night demonstrate why he deserves to be the top star.

Last night, John Cena delivered an impressive performance on the microphone, something we’ve come to expect from him given his years of experience. It was another fantastic promo battle added to his repertoire, but what really got me pumped was seeing Cody Rhodes demonstrate that he can compete at that level. This showcase has given me a new perspective on him, and it seems like many fans feel the same way judging by social media responses, reaction videos, and crowd reactions.

In the grand finale of WrestleMania 41, happening later this month, you’ll have the opportunity to witness a face-off between John Cena and Cody Rhodes. If you have a Peacock subscription, you can enjoy streaming it for free!

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2025-04-01 16:37