Former WWE Women’s Champion Bianca Belair recently opened up about the encouraging words she received from John Cena following Becky Lynch’s loss. In 2020, Bianca Belair made her main roster debut in WWE, and the following year, she entered the Royal Rumble. She eliminated Rhea Ripley to win the match.
This win earned her a championship match, leading her to challenge the then-SmackDown Women’s Champion, Sasha Banks, now known as Mercedes Mone. Belair and Banks etched their names in history at WrestleMania 37. This was the second women’s match to headline the grandest stage of them all. In a thrilling encounter, Belair emerged victorious, capturing the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
The year started great for Bianca Belair, from winning the Royal Rumble to triumphing in the main event of WrestleMania 37. Her popularity soared to new heights in 2021 as she defended her titles against various opponents.
At SummerSlam 2021, Belair was set to defend her title against Sasha Banks, but Banks was unable to compete. This led to Carmella stepping in as her replacement. However, Becky Lynch made a surprising return, attacked Carmella, and challenged Belair for the title. Belair accepted but lost the championship in just 26 seconds after Lynch executed two moves, abruptly ending her reign.
The shocking loss in 26 seconds to Becky Lynch sent shockwaves among fans. Belair, who had risen to the top and was having a great year, lost her title in just 26 seconds. Belair has described this loss as the lowest point of her career on many occasions. Recently, Bianca Belair revealed what John Cena told her following her shocking loss to Becky Lynch at SummerSlam 2021.
Bianca Belair reflects on John Cena’s impactful advice
John Cena recently announced his retirement from WWE in 2025, planning a year-long retirement tour. Reflecting on this announcement, Bianca Belair shared her perspective on Cena. Speaking to US Magazine, WWE star Bianca Belair recounted a heartwarming story about Cena following her loss to Becky Lynch in 2021.
She stated, “The biggest gem he ever gave me was after SummerSlam [in 2021] when I lost in 26 seconds. I had just main evented WrestleMania. I won a title. I was on a huge roll, had all this momentum, and then lost in 26 seconds. I was so defeated. He pulled me aside and really spoke life into me. He told me about the ins and outs of the business and how to go from the bottom to the top.”
Belair, who lost her title to Becky Lynch, achieved redemption against her at WrestleMania 38 by defeating her and reclaiming the championship.
