John Cena, a 16-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, is known for his incredible career that has lasted over two decades. On the January 6th episode of RAW, which also marked the show’s Netflix debut, Cena officially began his retirement tour.
With massive anticipation surrounding his retirement tour, Cena suffered a setback when he failed to win the Royal Rumble. Following the loss, he revealed his next move, announcing that he would compete in the Elimination Chamber match. Cena stated that his goal was to win his 17th championship and secure a main-event spot at WrestleMania 41.
Cena’s 16 world titles, a record he shares with Ric Flair, continue to be a hot topic among WWE fans. After declaring his goal to win the World Heavyweight Championship for the 17th time and break Flair’s record, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray recently explained why it’s highly likely that WWE will let Cena surpass Ric Flair’s historic record.
Bully Ray breaks down why WWE may push John Cena for his 17th world title
Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Bully Ray discussed how WWE will be eager to claim John Cena as one of their own. He emphasized the fact that Cena is a homegrown WWE superstar. He stated, “I can see the WWE salivating over being able to say that their homegrown guy, who they created in a test tube in OVW, who became one of the biggest pro wrestlers and on many people’s Mount Rushmore is now in the number one spot of the most decorated World Heavyweight Champion of all time. WWE can take full credit for this. … the WWE will always want their creations to outshine anybody else’s creations.” [H/T: WrestlingInc]
WWE has always prioritized its homegrown stars. It will be interesting to see how the promotion plans for John Cena to win his 17th world title. His next stop is the Elimination Chamber in Toronto. Cena will be aiming to earn an opportunity for the world title. Will he overcome the odds? Only time will tell.
