Tag: John Cena

John Cena has discussed the disconnect that WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns has with the fans of the company.

Cena was recently interviewed by Jimmy Traina on the SI Media Podcast where he talked about his feud with Reigns and how Reigns has it tough right now with the WWE fans. Reigns and Cena had a big program in 2017 wherein the build-up they would cut various worked shoot promos on each other. Part of the storyline was about what they perceive the other to be and why the crowds react the way they do. This would lead a match at the No Mercy PPV event where Reigns would go over.

“Roman has it tough. I kind of ruined this for everybody…the content, the format change did,” Cena stated. The former WWE Champion would continue by stating that the Attitude Era drew male 18 to 35 viewers and while the show still does have those fans, they are a PG product. Thus, WWE has to give them essentially Shrek or Cars or the Lego Movie due to the nature of their product. As a result, there are older fans who don’t want to watch that style of product and want an edger product. He stated that you have to try to push but also consider the younger fans.

Cena brought up the point that WWE’s fanbase is so mixed to the point that there’s never going to be a good guy that appeals to everyone and even when fans get behind someone then they will say that the company is getting behind them and that’s the reason for his push not because the fans want it.

The former WWE Champion stated that when Reigns was in the Shield, people loved him and even though he didn’t change much since that time, there is a giant uprising from fans. He thinks that it ’s tough waters to navigate as a company and it’s tough to build stars.

Cena added that when you look at the fans and numbers, people like Reigns. Thus, the reason WWE backs him.

John Cena returned to NBC’s “Today” show as a co-host on Tuesday as well as to promote his new Elbow Grease book for kids. During the show, he talked about a wide range of topics including starring in the Project X movie with Jackie Chan in China, WWE Super Show-Down in Australia, and more.

As seen at Saturday’s (October 6, 2018) WWE Super Show-Down pay-per-view event at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia on the WWE Network, Cena showed off his new look for the first time on WWE programming, which sees him with longer hair. This led to a lot of talk about it online from fans and wrestlers.

Cena addressed it by stating that the reason he made this change was due to the request of the director of the movie with Chan and thought that was a fine idea. He did point out that the jokes and the criticism started when he showed up to Super Show-Down this past weekend with the new cut.

His relationship as well as split from Nikki Bella has been heavily featured in the mainstream news to the point that he talked about it several months ago on “Today.” When asked about his current status, he noted that at the time that he made those comments months ago, he was vulnerable and genuine but doesn’t regret talking about it. However, he does believe now that his personal life should be personal. Cena did note that he did recently see her and everything was alright.

WWE has officially announced the next match for former WWE Champion John Cena.

During this week’s episode of Monday Night RAW in Rosemont, IL at the Allstate Arena on the USA Network, Michael Cole revealed that Cena would be featured in the World Cup tournament match at the upcoming Crown Jewel event next month. It was noted that Cena would not have to qualify to be part in this tournament. Instead, he will be featured in the bracket of matches that takes place at this event.

It was also noted that 8 superstars – 4 stars from Raw and 4 from SmackDown Live – would be part of this tournament. WWE has already announced that Big Show vs. Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy vs. Samoa Joe in qualifying matches will take place on SmackDown Live this week.

There's only one @WWE Superstar who does NOT have to qualify for the #WWEWorldCup to determine the best in the world…and his name is @JohnCena! #RAW pic.twitter.com/TLSBjtTRAR

— WWE (@WWE) October 9, 2018

Cena was most recently active under the WWE banner when he wrestled at Saturday’s (October 6, 2018) WWE Super Show-Down pay-per-view event at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia on the WWE Network that saw him team up with Bobby Lashley to beat Elias and Kevin Owens in a tag team match.

WWE presents the Crown Jewel pay-per-view event on November 2nd, 2018 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the King Saud University Stadium and will air on the WWE Network. WWE will be announcing more matches for this show in the coming weeks.

WWE Names Top 15 SmackDown Superstars

WWE has released a new article looking at the top 15 Superstars in the history of SmackDown. This is the latest piece of promotional material to hype the upcoming SmackDown 1000 episode on October 16th at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC. WWE has confirmed that Batista will make his return as part of an Evolution reunion along with Triple H, Randy Orton and WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair on this show.

Also, the arena is advertising Charlotte Flair, Asuka and Naomi vs. Becky Lynch and The IIconics and AJ Styles and Daniel Bryan The Miz and Samoa Joe. Here’s the list:

15. Michelle McCool
14. JBL
13. John Cena
12. Randy Orton
11. Current SmackDown Women’s Champion Becky Lynch
10. Rey Mysterio
9. Current SmackDown Tag Team Champions The New Day
8. The Usos
7. WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle
6. Batista
5. WWE Hall of Famer Eddie Guerrero
4. WWE Hall of Famer Edge
3. Current WWE Champion AJ Styles
2. The Undertaker
1. The Rock

John Cena To Co-Host “Today” Show

John Cena is slated to appear on NBC’s “Today” show on Tuesday morning, October 9 to serve as a co-host in the fourth hour.

As seen at Saturday’s (October 6, 2018) WWE Super Show-Down pay-per-view event at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia on the WWE Network, Cena and Bobby Lashley beat Kevin Owens and Elias in a tag team match. Cena is not booked for any shows under the WWE banner at this time.

John Cena Jacked Heading Into WWE Superstar Show-Down

John Cena has been preparing for his next match under the WWE banner and decided to show off his hard work in the gym while in China training with Jackie Chan for the Project X movie. Cena will compete at WWE’s Super Show Down event on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia where he’ll be teaming with Bobby Lashley against Elias and Kevin Owens.

https://twitter.com/JohnCena/status/1046887371516440576

Jonathan Coachman On Commentary Absence

Although Jonathan coachman has taken a reduced role on WWE television, that’s not a bad thing for not only “The Coach” but also for the fans. It was officially announced last month that to the surprise and joy of many WWE fans, Renee Young replaced Coachman as the color commentator for the flagship show of the company, Monday Night RAW. This has allowed Coachman to do other projects outside of the WWE banner but also kept him under contract as he’s hosting the pre-show for WWE pay-per-view events.

Recently, a fan asked Coachman on Twitter why he’s no longer on RAW commentary. In his response, he wrote, “I am doing ppv pre shows and other special projects. Trust me I will be on plenty. A lot of changes in the next year. Think big.”

I am doing ppv pre shows and other special projects. Trust me I will be on plenty. A lot of changes in the next year. Think big. https://t.co/AQQIjnfLCk

— The Coach (@Thecoachrules) October 2, 2018

John Cena Discusses WWE’s Travel Schedule

John Cena is slated to star in a new action-thriller with movie legend Jackie Chan. The title of the film is “Project X” and it’s scheduled to be released next year. By doing this, he’s been living in Yinchuan, China where he’s shooting the film. During this time, he has been posting some videos on YouTube showing off different things to do there.

In one of the most recent videos, he talked about how in the past, his schedule with WWE would’ve prevented him from doing this. He stated that the travel in the WWE is amazingly relentless, but it’s only because they have an audience that’s so spread out. You can see it here:

WWE Ranks 5 Greatest SmackDown Matches

WWE is expected to go all out for this month’s SmackDown 1000 episode at the Capital One Arena in Washington DC. The belief is that WWE is planning to load up the show to the point where they will bring in several stars from the past and the show will be similar to RAW 1000 back in 2012.

While promoting this event, WWE has been posting lists about various topics that were featured on the show throughout the years. WWE’s latest list ranks the five greatest SmackDown match of all-time. Edge vs. Eddie Guerrero was ranked at #1.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoXHEVIFFKN/?utm_source=ig_embed

John Cena Has Fans Talking After Cryptic Tweet

Former WWE Champion John Cena got fans speculating after his latest post on his official Twitter account. He said, “Nothing lasts forever. When doing something you love make sure to be present and enjoy it. That way if and when it ends, you can look back with fond memories instead of regret.”

In recent years, he has reduced the number of events he works per year for the WWE as he focuses on his acting career.

Nothing lasts forever. When doing something you love make sure to be present and enjoy it. That way if and when it ends, you can look back with fond memories instead of regret.

— John Cena (@JohnCena) September 25, 2018

WWE Teases DX vs. Brothers Of Destruction

Recently, there has been a lot of rumors that WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels could be working a few matches in the near future. WWE is keeping fans speculating that a potential match between DX and The Brothers of Destruction could happen in the near future. Those rumors have been Michaels teaming with Triple H to take on The Undertaker and Kane at WWE Crown Jewel that goes down on November 2nd, 2018 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the King Fahd International Stadium.

In the meantime, WWE has already confirmed that Triple H with Michaels in his corner would take on Taker with Kane in his corner at WWE Super Show-Down pay-per-view event takes place on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia. WWE posted the following on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BoPYu1VFr-C/?utm_source=ig_embed

New Bumblebee Trailer Featuring John Cena

A new trailer for Transformers: Bumblebee has been released. The film, which is set in 1987 and is a prequel to the events of the Transformers film franchise. It stars Hailee Steinfeld and John Cena. The official synopsis for the film reads like, “On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. Charlie, on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken.”

Cena is set to return to WWE in-ring action at next weekend’s Super Show-Down in Australia where he’ll team up with Bobby Lashley to take on Kevin Owens and Elias in a tag team match. You can watch it here:

Top WWE Stars Set Interesting Record

An interesting stat has surfaced online. According to Sportskeeda, this year marked the first time that both the winners of the Men’s Royal Rumble and Men’s Money in the Bank ladder match did not go on to win the world title in WWE.

If you recall, Shinsuke Nakamura won the Royal Rumble and later lost to AJ Styles at WrestleMania 34 in a match for the WWE Title. On the flip side, Braun Strowman cashed in his Money in the Bank contract for a Universal Title match at the Hell in a Cell event where his match against Roman Reigns ended in a no-contest when Brock Lesnar interfered.

John Cena Hypes His WWE Super Show-Down Match

John Cena continues to prepare for his next WWE match. In a recent tweet, he promoted WWE’s Super Show Down event on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia where he’ll be teaming with Bobby Lashley against Elias and Kevin Owens.

Although he has not been seen on WWE programming since wrestling Triple H at the Greatest Royal Rumble in April, he did work a live event earlier this month. He wrote the following:

10/6 #WWESSD ??? @WWE #RAW @WWEUniverse @WWENetwork #SDLive ???? pic.twitter.com/20gi7H3Ni4

— John Cena (@JohnCena) September 17, 2018

The Rock Shows Off Titan Games Arena (Photo)

Former WWE Champion Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson mentioned on Instagram that he started filming the first season of Titan Games this past weekend as the ten-episode reality competition will premiere in January 2019 on NBC. The show will have a format similar to American Gladiators. He wrote the following:

“Build it and they will come. Big first night of shooting TITAN GAMES in our massive & spectacular structure known as TITAN ARENA. I created this show to give ordinary people a once in a lifetime shot at doing extraordinary things and ultimately, stand atop our Mt. Olympus and be crowned TITAN. The crowd will be HYPED, the competitors are READY and I could use a stiff tequila. Ain’t no business like show business, so let’s get this show on the road.”

https://instagram.com/p/BnvxoSblSAr/?utm_source=ig_embed

https://instagram.com/p/BnzBRnNFLzS/?utm_source=ig_embed

WWE Superstar The Big Show was recently interviewed by CBS San Francisco to discuss several professional wrestling topics.

Firstly, “The World’s Largest Athlete” talked about his recent physique change. There was a point in his career that he believed he needed to be 500 pounds to truly be “The Big Show.” He soon realized, however, that wasn’t the case at all:

“As my career started winding down, so to speak, I realized I didn’t need that anymore. I didn’t need that to be successful,” Big Show said. “I needed to be lighter, I needed to be in better shape. And it was just a personal challenge.”

It’s John Cena’s Fault

The Big Show credits John Cena and a conversation they had backstage at a show one night as a big motivator for him. Cena sort of challenged Show to become a “giant with abs.” One year later, Big Show was 90 pounds lighter:

“The whole thing is John Cena’s fault,” said Big Show. “John Cena and I were watching the show in a monitor. Usually, if you go to our shows, if John and I aren’t working, we’re sitting there watching the show together.

“John and I were just cracking jokes on each other, and I made the comment about a giant with abs, who’d want to see that? And John Cena looked me square in the eye and said, ‘Yeah, a giant with abs. Who would want to see that?’

“And he walked off. But the way he said it, he challenged me that I couldn’t do it. And it really upset me so bad that I got my act together that week and started in. It took me a little over a year and I dropped 90 pounds.”

Discussion: What do you think about John Cena motivating Big Show to get in better shape? Let us know in the comments below!

John Cena Shares Inspiration

John Cena took to Twitter earlier today to post an inspiring message for fans, which you can see here. Cena made his return to in-ring competition for the WWE at the live event in Shanghai, China at the Mercedes Benz Arena on Saturday, Sept. 1 where he teamed with Finn Balor and Bobby Lashley to beat Baron Corbin, Elias, and Jinder Mahal. He has not been seen on WWE programming since wrestling Triple H at the Greatest Royal Rumble in April.

Love what you do. If you don’t, and can’t suddenly quit. Find out what it is that you love and take steps everyday to move towards that. Love what you do. It’s the easiest way to do great work!!

— John Cena (@JohnCena) September 6, 2018

The Rock’s “Ballers” Show Renewed For Fifth Season

On Thursday, HBO announced that the company decided to renew “Ballers” for a fifth season. Former WWE Champion Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is a producer and lead actor for the show that is currently in the middle of its fourth season.

The show is about “the glamorous and often cutthroat world of pro football.” The show stars John David Washington, Rob Corddry, Omar Benson Miller, Donovan W. Carter, Troy Garity, London Brown, and Brittany S. Hall also star on the show.

The fourth episode of the fourth season of “Ballers” pulled in an average of 874,000 viewers this week, which is down from the 993,000 viewers that the episode last week pulled in. Here are the viewership numbers for this season:

• Episode 1: 1,054,000
• Episode 2: 912,000
• Episode 3: 993,000
• Episode 4: 874,000

John Cena may only be a part-time Superstar these days but he’s still adding moves to his repertoire. Cena was in Shanghai for WWE’s live event today and debuted a new finishing move which many are comparing to the anime character “One Punch Man”. Cena has named the move “Lightning Fist.”

.@JohnCena unveils #TheDoomiest move of his arsenal … the LIGHTNING FIST! #WWEShanghai #WWE pic.twitter.com/n1M5HIFiv7

— WWE (@WWE) September 1, 2018

John Cena’s 6th Move Of Doom

For years, fans have joked about Cena’s “5 Moves of Doom”. Leading up to the live event in China, however, Cena let fans know he was about to debut the 6th move of doom.

“I couldn’t think of a better way to show my appreciation for China, Chinese people and Chinese culture,” he said, “than to debut what I think is a finishing move that will provide me much victory than Shanghai on Sept. 1.”

John Cena has a significant match upcoming in Australia next month. He will team with Bobby Lashley at Super Show-Down and take on Elias and Kevin Owens. Although this match is now somewhat up in the air as Kevin Owens recently quit WWE on Monday night.

Cena hasn’t wrestled on WWE programming since the Greatest Royal Rumble earlier this spring.

John Cena has announced his latest non-WWE endeavor.

Entertainment Weekly reports that Cena has partnered with hypnotist Chris Jones for a new prank series on Facebook Watch. Cena is producing and appearing in the six-episode series that will run 12-15 minutes long.

The show will also feature celebrities such as Steve-O, Adam Rippon, NeNe Leakes, Gabriel Iglesias and Pamela Anderson. The show’s premiere is set for September 5th. Watch a preview for the program here. Cena said the following about the show:

If you thought you couldn’t C me in a @WWE ring, get ready to do a #DoubleTake — premiering on Facebook Watch September 5th! https://t.co/xA91AI0CqN

— John Cena (@JohnCena) August 22, 2018

WWE even released a statement on Cena’s new show. Here’s what they said:

John Cena to star in new Facebook Watch prank show

John Cena is gearing up for quite a busy fall season. As far as in-ring action goes, The Cenation Leader is preparing to debut his “6th Move of Doom” for WWE Live Shanghai on Saturday, Sept. 1, and he’s training for a tag team match at WWE Super Show-Down, where he’ll partner with Bobby Lashley to face off against Kevin Owens and Elias on Saturday, Oct. 6.

Outside the ring, though, Cena will star in a brand-new Facebook Watch prank series, “Double Take.”

As announced by Entertainment Weekly, Cena will partner with celebrity hypnotist Chris Jones for “Double Take,” featuring celebrities pranking their biggest fans … but with a twist.

The 16-time World Champion took to Twitter with the news, sharing excitement and a taste of what’s to come.

Don’t miss “Double Take” when it premieres Wednesday, Sept. 5, on Facebook Watch!

Cena’s Current Whereabouts

“The Leader Of The Cenation” is currently in China filming a movie with Jackie Chan. He has been in the gym working on his physical appearance for the film. Cena is investing a lot of time into this project.

In fact, he missed his first SummerSlam in 15 years recently in order to film in China.

Discussion: What do you make of Cena producing “Double Take?” Will you be checking it out? Sound off in the comments below!

John Cena has taken to social media to comment on missing WWE SummerSlam. The former WWE Champion noted in his post that he will be missing the show that takes place tonight (August 19, 2018) in Brooklyn, New York at the Barclays Center on the WWE Network for the first time since 2003.

The reason that he’s missing SummerSlam is due to him filming a movie in China with Jackie Chan. He wrote the following:

“First time in 15 years I have not been able to be a part of @WWE #SummerSlam. I am beyond grateful to @EyeOfJackieChan but truly miss the @WWEUniverse. Wishing all Superstars luck and safety! My time isn’t quite up, but #YourTimeIsNow! #CarpeDiem.”

First time in 15 years I have not been able to be a part of @WWE #SummerSlam. I am beyond grateful to @EyeOfJackieChan but truly miss the @WWEUniverse. Wishing all Superstars luck and safety! My time isn’t quite up, but #YourTimeIsNow! #CarpeDiem

— John Cena (@JohnCena) August 19, 2018

He was last seen on WWE programming when he beat Triple H in the opening match on the main card of the Greatest Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in April. Before that, he worked a limited schedule for the company where he would lose to The Undertaker in a short match at the biggest event of the year for the WWE, WrestleMania, in early April.

Cena is set to make his return to in-ring competition for the WWE as he is slated to work the upcoming live event in Shanghai, China at the Mercedes Benz Arena on Saturday, Sept. 1 where he’ll team with Finn Balor and Bobby Lashley to face Baron Corbin, Elias and Jinder Mahal.

He will also be working the upcoming Superstar Show-Down pay-per-view event that goes down on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia and will air on the WWE Network. At this show, he’ll take on Kevin Owens.

John Cena will be in action when WWE returns to China later this summer. While Cody Rhodes and the Bullet Club are making history at All In, WWE has a live event from Shanghai, China scheduled for on September 1st. Cena will team up with Bobby Lashley and Finn Balor against Elias, Baron Corbin and Jinder Mahal.

In addition to the 6-man tag match, Ronda Rousey will make her WWE China debut against RAW Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss. Roman Reigns will have his hands full against Braun Strowman.

WWE recently published a video of John Cena at the JC Stunt Team International Training Centre in China. During that interview, Cena acknowledged that his signature Five Moves of Doom are not as effective as they used to be.

The five moves, which Cena uses to win most of his matches, include two flying shoulder blocks, a side slam, the five knuckle shuffle and the Attitude Adjustment. As a result, he is working on a 6th move of doom. He did not reveal what the move is, but hinted that it is inspired by Chinese culture. He will debut the new move on September 1st.

As we reported last week, John Cena will also be in action at WWE Super Show-Down on October 6th, 2018. Cena will face Kevin Owens on that big stadium show from Australia.

Watch: John Cena ready to unveil a “6th Move of Doom”

John Cena is looking ripped these days as he recently showed off a photo that he took while at the gym on Monday, August 6 that he shared on his official Twitter account.

In the post, he noted that he was on a new training program in large part of Jackie Chan’s team where he went from 254 to 236 lbs. Although it’s been a bit since we saw the former WWE Champion compete inside the squared circle, he’s still an ambassador for the company while he follows his Hollywood dreams as right now, he’s filming the action blockbuster Project X with Jackie Chan. You can see the photo here:

Never stay in your “comfort zone” too long. New program thanks to @EyeOfJackieChan team more ? more ???? little bit of ?and of course?????! Down to 236lb from 254 and really weirding out the poor SOB on the treadmill behind me! #NeverGiveUp pic.twitter.com/CwkCBn4h9D

— John Cena (@JohnCena) August 7, 2018

He was last seen on WWE programming when he beat Triple H in the opening match on the main card of the Greatest Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in April. Before that, he worked a limited schedule for the company where he would lose to The Undertaker in a short match at the biggest event of the year for the WWE, WrestleMania, in early April.

Cena is set to make his return to in-ring competition for the WWE as he is slated to work the upcoming live event in Shanghai, China at the Mercedes Benz Arena on Saturday, Sept. 1 as well as the upcoming Superstar Show-Down pay-per-view event that goes down on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in Melbourne, Australia and will air on the WWE Network.

As of this writing, there’s no word yet on who his opponents will be at these events.

What are your thoughts on Cena’s new look? Sound off in the comment section.