John Cena – Historic Matches

Introduction

John Cena, a 16-time world champion, has been one of the most defining figures in modern wrestling. From his early days as the Doctor of Thuganomics to becoming WWE’s ultimate franchise player, Cena has delivered some of the most iconic matches in wrestling history. This page highlights some of his most historic bouts.

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Historic Matches

CM Punk vs. John Cena – WWE Money in the Bank 2011

📅 Date: July 17, 2011
🏟️ Venue: Allstate Arena, Chicago, IL
📝 Overview: One of the most emotionally charged matches in WWE history. With his contract set to expire, CM Punk challenged John Cena for the WWE Championship in front of a raucous hometown crowd. The atmosphere was electric as Punk battled Cena in a dramatic, high-stakes encounter, culminating in a shocking victory and his infamous escape through the crowd with the title.
🎥 Match Link: Match Review

AJ Styles vs. John Cena (WWE SummerSlam 2016)

📅 Date: August 21, 2016
🏟️ Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
📝 Overview: A defining moment in Styles’ WWE career, this match cemented his status as a top star by defeating John Cena cleanly in one of the best matches of the year.
🎥 Match Link: Match Review

John Cena vs. Bray Wyatt – WrestleMania 30

📅 Date: April 6, 2014
🏟️ Venue: Mercedes-Benz Superdome, New Orleans, LA
📝 Overview: A psychological battle between John Cena and the enigmatic Bray Wyatt. Wyatt sought to corrupt Cena’s legacy, playing mind games throughout the match. Despite Wyatt’s eerie tactics and interference from The Wyatt Family, Cena overcame the odds to secure the victory, though the feud left a lasting impact on both superstars.
🎥 Match Link: Match Review

John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar – WWE Championship Match – SummerSlam 2014

📅 Date: August 17, 2014
🏟️ Venue: Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA
📝 Overview: A dominant and unforgettable championship match that shocked the WWE Universe with its intensity and physicality.
🎥 Match Link: Match Review