Monday Night Raw delivered an electrifying moment on March 31, 2025, as Cody Rhodes and John Cena found themselves in a heated confrontation that ended with a shocking Cross Rhodes, leaving fans in absolute disbelief.
The night started with John Cena making a surprise return to Raw, stepping into the ring to a thunderous ovation from the WWE Universe. Dressed in his signature “Never Give Up” attire, Cena took the mic and addressed the crowd, expressing his gratitude for their continued support. However, his message quickly took a serious turn as he acknowledged Cody Rhodes’ rise in WWE and his pursuit of greatness. Cena, ever the veteran, reminded everyone that he had paved the way for competitors like Cody, but also issued a stern warning: the road to being the face of WWE is far from easy.
The crowd erupted as Cody Rhodes’ entrance music hit, signaling the arrival of “The American Nightmare.” Dressed in a sharp suit, Cody walked down the ramp with confidence, his eyes locked onto Cena. Once in the ring, he wasted no time responding to the 16-time World Champion. Cody expressed his deep respect for Cena’s contributions to the business but made it clear that times had changed. He passionately stated that WWE was no longer Cena’s playground—it was now his era, and he intended to prove it at all costs.
Tension between the two megastars quickly escalated, with Cena questioning whether Cody had what it took to truly lead WWE into the future. Cena pointed out that being at the top wasn’t just about winning matches; it was about carrying the responsibility of an entire company. He reminded Cody that superstars like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and even Randy Orton had all faced similar scrutiny and survived. Cena then asked the question that sent the arena into a frenzy: “Do you really have what it takes to finish your story?”
Cody, visibly fired up, didn’t hesitate with his response. He declared that he had already surpassed expectations by dethroning Reigns, winning the WWE Championship, and proving himself night after night. He then took a step closer to Cena and, in a low but intense voice, said, “I don’t need your approval. I am the guy now.”
The two men stared each other down as the crowd anticipated what would happen next. Cena smirked and went to leave the ring, but just as he turned, Cody struck. In one swift motion, he grabbed Cena and delivered a devastating Cross Rhodes in the center of the ring. The arena exploded in a mix of cheers and boos as Cena lay motionless, Cody standing over him with a fierce, determined look in his eyes.
The message was loud and clear: Cody Rhodes was done seeking validation. As Raw went off the air, the camera zoomed in on Cody, holding the WWE Championship high, proving that he wasn’t just in the conversation—he was the future of WWE.
