WWE Rivalry rewind: 5 biggest moments from John Cena Vs AJ Styles.

#1 John Cena wins his 16th World Championship: WWE Royal Rumble 2017

The Sixteen-Time World Champion!!!

After weeks of trash-talking, Cena and Styles finally collided against each other at WWE Royal Rumble 2017. While Styles looked to solidify his WWE title reign by beating Cena, the latter was laser-focused at winning his 16th World Championship.

AJ Styles vs John Cena at 2017 Royal Rumble was 🔥 https://t.co/IiRD4BFgAA

— AJ Styles For Grand Slam Champion (@AkonikVibes) January 30, 2021

The match was an in-ring masterpiece. The quality of this bout succeeded their SummerSlam encounter. The contest had everything, from beautiful mat wrestling to insane technical combat. There were also some unique reversals as well as shocking finisher kick-outs.

In the final moments of the contest, AJ looked to finish off John with a Phenomenal Forearm. However, Cena picked him up from the top rope and blasted him with two consecutive Attitude Adjustments to pick up the victory.

Only because I literally just watched it, imma say AJ Styles vs John Cena, Royal Rumble 2017. Those final two minutes are EVERYTHING and more. These man didn’t even leave the ring once. https://t.co/WdFlDWYj5j

— J€FF BANK$ (@mrjeffbanks1) January 27, 2021

It was a truly remarkable moment for John Cena, as he finally equaled Ric Flair’s record of most World Championships. It was a perfect ending to this rivalry. It made Styles look strong in defeat while allowing John Cena to fulfill his title prophecy.