Islamabad, 21 April 2025: WrestleMania 41 concluded in Las Vegas with John Cena clinching his record-setting 17th world championship by defeating Cody Rhodes.
Despite this historic achievement, the event’s climax left many fans underwhelmed, particularly due to the absence of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The buildup to the Cena-Rhodes match lacked the depth of previous storylines.
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Their rivalry began when Cena turned against Rhodes at Elimination Chamber 2025, reportedly under The Rock’s directive.
However, The Rock’s subsequent absence from WWE programming diminished the feud’s intensity.
Cena’s sporadic appearances and monologues about feeling mistreated by fans failed to reignite the storyline’s momentum.
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The match itself featured a controversial moment when rapper Travis Scott interfered, distracting Rhodes and allowing Cena to secure the victory.
While this aligned with previous events, such as Scott’s earlier attack on Rhodes, it did little to elevate the match’s significance.
Fans had anticipated surprise appearances from wrestling legends, but none materialized, further dampening the event’s impact.
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The Rock’s decision to step back from WrestleMania 41 was reportedly influenced by WWE’s reluctance to grant him a title match, leading him to suggest that the spotlight remain on Cena.
This choice, while intended to benefit the event, may have inadvertently contributed to its lackluster conclusion.
As WWE looks ahead, the company faces the challenge of delivering more compelling narratives and ensuring that future main events meet the high expectations set by past WrestleManias.
