John Cena Breaks WWE Record with 17th Championship Win at WrestleMania 41

Wrestling icon John Cena made history at WrestleMania 41, defeating Cody Rhodes in a dramatic main event to claim the Undisputed WWE Championship. With this victory, Cena becomes a 17-time WWE Champion, surpassing the legendary Ric Flair and setting a new all-time record in professional wrestling.

Epic Showdown in the Main Event

The atmosphere inside Allegiant Stadium was electric as Cena and Rhodes locked up in what quickly turned into a classic showdown. Cena started cautiously, stepping out of the ring during early exchanges. As the match progressed, he gained control with signature moves, including consecutive stomps, a spinning DDT, and the crowd-favorite five-knuckle shuffle.

Rhodes responded with high-impact offense, including a drop kick, Cody Cutter, and an attempted Cross Rhodes, but Cena’s resilience kept him in the match. The action escalated with multiple Attitude Adjustments (AA) and near falls that kept fans on edge.

Drama Unfolds with Referee Knockout and Surprise Appearance

As the battle intensified, a referee collision led to chaos. Cena exposed the turnbuckle and delivered two brutal shots to Rhodes, followed by another AA, but Rhodes miraculously kicked out.

The surprise entrance of rapper Travis Scott, whose theme “Fein” blasted through the stadium, added another twist. Scott appeared to aid Cena, pulling the referee out after Rhodes delivered a cutter. But Rhodes countered, hitting Scott with a Cross Rhodes, before Cena took control with a controversial low blow, and sealed the win with one final title strike and pinfall.

A Legendary Farewell Year

This WrestleMania marks Cena’s final appearance at the event, as 2025 is the culmination of his farewell tour. After winning a title shot at Elimination Chamber, Cena shocked fans by turning heel, openly criticizing the WWE Universe and prioritizing victory over popularity.

Despite fan backlash, Cena’s focus on reclaiming gold paid off. This marks his first WWE Championship since February 2017, ending a seven-year drought.

Cena’s Legacy Reaches New Heights

Now the most decorated champion in WWE history, John Cena’s record-setting 17th title victory at WrestleMania 41 secures his place as one of the greatest superstars of all time. As his in-ring career winds down, Cena leaves behind a legacy that may never be matched.