The next year will be an emotional year for pro wrestling fans as John Cena will set out on his farewell tour before wrapping up his iconic WWE career. WrestleMania 41 will be the last edition of The Showcase of The Immortals which Cena will be competing in. As a result, several speculations regarding his possible opponent have started to arise.
One of the names on the list is his former nemesis and five-time World Champion, CM Punk. The speculation arose from Punk's recent comments on The Cenation Leader on Monday Night RAW. The Second City Saint expressed his desire to have at least one match with John Cena before the latter hangs up his boots, as both superstars have a rich history with each other.
The last time they faced each other was in February 2013. With next year being John Cena's final year in the squared circle, there has been speculation about whether he will face CM Punk for the first time in twelve years at WrestleMania 41 to revisit their iconic rivalry. However, the chances of it happening at The Show of Shows are quite low.
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It is because the Second City Saint is expected to feud with Seth Rollins at WrestleMania next year. WWE is seemingly keeping this match at the forefront, as the undertone of it has already been set. Punk's rivalry with Drew McIntyre and The Visionary seems to be the top priority for the Stamford-based promotion at the moment.
Therefore, The Cenation Leader facing the Best in the World at WrestleMania 41 seems implausible. However, a feud between the two former rivals next year at some point is seemingly inevitable.
John Cena's possible opponent at WWE WrestleMania 41
WrestleMania is regarded as the venerated ground in pro wrestling and it is the place where John Cena created innumerable moments throughout his career. However, with next year's edition of The Show of Shows being The Champ's last one, it would be a monumental night that will be etched in the pages of history.
When it comes to his opponent, John Cena could face Randy Orton at WrestleMania 41. This is a match that pro wrestling fans have been clamoring to see for a long time, as both superstars have had some iconic contests in the past. Their legendary rivalry back in the day was the most intriguing thing in WWE.
The Cenation Leader's last run in WWE will be a testament to his enduring legacy as he sets out to craft unforgettable moments and Randy Orton vs. John Cena is a feud that will go down in the annals of history. Hence, The Viper becoming The Chain Gang Soldier's opponent at The Grandest Stage of Them All next year is quite likely.
It could indeed be a crowning jewel in Cena's farewell tour, a moment that will shine brightly in the twilight of his illustrious career. A thrilling encounter with Randy Orton will be a perfect crescendo to his WrestleMania legacy.