John Cena mentions 5 WWE Superstars as Potential WrestleMania 41 Opponents

John Cena returned to WWE Raw on Netflix during its Premiere and teased his potential WrestleMania 41 opponents. The 16-time world champion will be taking part in his last WrestleMania in Las Vegas. While John Cena rumors have taken several names about his potential WrestleMania opponents, the star wrestler did not give away details on the same. However, John took the names of the Top WWE Superstars in 2025 who have been reported as his WrestleMania opponents.

John's WrestleMania opponents will be dependent on how he performs in the Men's Royal Rumble 2025 and Elimination Chamber 2025 matches. There is a good chance of him going behind the world title despite it being a long shot. The WWE event updates and the WWE match announcements in the future could help the fans to know Cena's updates.

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Here are the John Cena Mentions 5 WWE Superstars as Potential WrestleMania 41 Opponents

5. Drew McIntire

Drew McIntyre was the first name John Cena took while referring to his WWE opponents. The Scottish Warrior has been going through a feud with the OG Bloodline. He defeated Sami Zayn on Saturday night's main event but lost to Jey Uso on WWE Raw's Netflix premiere.

He is unlikely to be John's WrestleMania opponent unless the creative team has plans for the match. In all likelihood, Cena must go for the world title in Las Vegas. But if Drew somehow wins the world title in Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber, he could be Cena's WrestleMania opponent.

4. CM Punk

Cena also took the name of CM Punk as his potential WrestleMania opponent. The second city saint has been up against Seth Rollins in the last month or so. On WWE Raw on Netflix, Punk overcame Seth in the main event of the night. However, he was aware that their feud was not ending anytime soon.

Given the history and the hype between the two stars, they are likely to engage in a feud all the way to WrestleMania. There is a slim chance of Punk being Cena's WrestleMania opponent if the voice of the voiceless manages to put an end to Seth and be a world champion by the Elimination Chamber.

3. Logan Paul

Logan Paul was reported to be Cena's WrestleMania opponent. However, the idea of it has been disliked by many internally in the creative team. Cena took Logan's name on WWE Raw on Netflix despite the creative team's disinterest. Given the disapproval from the creative team, the duo are unlikely to face each other at Mania.

Moreover, Logan has been a midcarder all his career. He has been out of action since Summerslam and is definitely not the right candidate to face John in what could be the latter's best year since his prime days. The chances of it happening are very slim.

2. Gunther

Gunther's name was taken by Cena while mentioning his WWE opponents. It might not be a bad idea, as the Ring General is the World Heavyweight Champion. The star wrestler is currently not having any feuds. As Cena has registered his name for Royal Rumble, he has shown intentions of being a world champion.

Winning the Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber provides Cena an opportunity to have a shot at the world title. Gunther is one of the best in-ring performers. He is also a heel and can be perfect against a babyface like John. If booked well, their feud and match can turn out to be one to remember for.

1. Cody Rhodes

Cody Rhodes could be the most likely WrestleMania 41 opponent of Cena. The American Nightmare is currently the undisputed WWE champion and is likely to remain so till Mania. While many are behind his world title, it makes sense for Cena to face Cody, who is the strongest possible opponent for Cena at this point.

Rhodes is the face of the company and deserves to face a wrestler of a bigger stature in the main event of one of the nights. With the Rock unlikely to headline WrestleMania, Cody's opponent could be someone who wins a men's rumble or chamber matches. Despite Cody being a face, his feud against John could work.

John will be going for a long shot at the world title during his farewell tour. Hence, his opponents at WrestleMania would be someone with the world title. Hence, his potential WrestleMania opponents could be either Cody, Gunther, or the ones holding the title at the time of Cena's Rumble or Chamber win.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many world titles has John Cena won?

As of January 2025, John Cena has 16 world titles to his name. Out of them, Cena won the WWE Championship a whopping 13 times and the World Heavyweight Championship three times.

Who is John Cena's WrestleMania 41 opponent?

John Cena's last WrestleMania opponent is yet to be decided. He could face any of Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, or Logan Paul in Las Vegas.

Is 2025 John's last year as an active wrestler?

Yes. John Cena himself announced that 2025 will be his last year as an active wrestler. 

Will John Cena be taking part in the Royal Rumble 2025? 

Yes. John Cena returned to WWE Raw on Netflix and confirmed his participation in the Men's Royal Rumble match in 2025.

Will John Cena be a part of WrestleMania 41? 

Yes. John Cena will be a part of WrestleMania 41. The leader of the Cenation Army could main event one of the nights if he wins Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber.