John Cena’s actions at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event culminated in a significant development for the upcoming Money in the Bank premium live event, as Cody Rhodes returned to help Jey Uso fend off an attack from Cena and Logan Paul, leading to a tag team match announcement. During the World Heavyweight Championship contest between champion Jey Uso and Logan Paul, John Cena interfered, preventing Uso’s victory and subsequently attacking him.
Following Cena’s interference, Cody Rhodes made his first appearance since WrestleMania 41, where he lost the Undisputed WWE Title to Cena. Rhodes neutralized Cena with a Cross Rhodes and then declared that he and Jey Uso would face John Cena and Logan Paul in a tag team match at Money in the Bank.
Earlier in the evening, John Cena defeated R-Truth. R-Truth had entered wearing Cena’s attire and mimicking his entrance. Cena secured the win with a low blow and an Attitude Adjustment, after initially showing some reluctance to use deceitful tactics. Post-match, the Undisputed WWE Champion, John Cena, encountered World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso backstage.
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During their backstage meeting, Jey Uso recalled eliminating John Cena to win the 2025 Royal Rumble before his World Heavyweight Championship victory at WrestleMania 41. Cena acknowledged Uso’s memory, stating, “it was good that Uso remembers their last meeting.” Cena also remarked, “it would be very bad for pro wrestling if the World Heavyweight Championship is in the hands of a YouTuber (Logan Paul) when he retires with the Undisputed WWE Championship.” He then advised Jey Uso to be cautious.
John Cena is currently on what has been described as a retirement tour. WWE may intend for him to retain the Undisputed WWE Championship through this period, potentially leading to a defense at the 2025 Crown Jewel premium live event in October. This scenario could involve John Cena facing Jey Uso, should Uso remain World Heavyweight Champion, for the Crown Jewel Championship.
The Crown Jewel Championship was established the previous year, with Cody Rhodes becoming its first holder by defeating Gunther. The tag team contest at Money in the Bank is being viewed as a possible precursor to a singles match between Jey Uso and John Cena in Perth, Australia. Furthermore, John Cena could aim to win the Crown Jewel Championship ring, an accolade he could retain even if he later loses the Undisputed WWE Title.
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