It goes without saying that John Cena is arguably the real G.O.A.T. in pro wrestling. Cena has done and seen it all with a career spanning over three decades. From being a fresh talent to the face of the company, the leader of the Cenation has inspired a generation of stars. With his work outside the company, he is often cited as an icon of the business. Many stars from multiple promotions have vouched for Cena as someone who cannot be replaced, the most recent being Kenny Omega. The AEW star praised Cena in his recent Twitch Stream, which resulted in fans speculating a hot topic.
After praising John Cena, fans demand Cena vs Kenny Omega
John Cena and Kenny Omega are two stars who carved out their own niches for themselves. While Cena stayed his entire career in the WWE and claimed the ladder to become the face, Omega took a different route. Learning his craft, the current AEW stars worked in several promotions, the most prominent being New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Both men have been compared, and a dream match between the pair has been something fans have been waiting for. With the Hollywood star claiming he’s nearing the end of his wrestling career, fans have speculated who his final opponent should be.
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Kenny Omega says John Cena is a great example of what the face of the industry should be.
"People went out of their way after the fact to say, ‘look at all this stuff John is doing in his off time.’ Maybe he even laughs at it himself, but for the amount of effort he has put in… pic.twitter.com/9xI0f5Kd1H
— Fightful Wrestling (@Fightful) March 17, 2024
During his live stream on Twitch, Omega was asked about his thoughts on Cena.
Omega replied, “The amount of effort he has put in to make people’s lives better, whether it be Make A Wish, fans at the arenas, or autograph signings, it’s a great example for what the face of a company should be.” Omega explained the impact Cena has had on the wrestling business and how he will not be replaced.
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The current AEW star also mentioned how he would have loved to wrestle Seth Rollins, but the Cena praise caught fans off guard. This led to a wildfire of speculations among the fans watching the stream and on social media.
Fans express their awe at Omega praising Cena
This small compliment to the 16-time WWE World Champion led to fans speculating how John Cena should face Kenny Omega for his last match. Despite being in the wrestling business for as long as they have, Cena and Omega have never crossed paths. Here are some of the top reactions.
This is a dream match for wrestling fans
I'd have loved to have seen Omega v Cena, what a match that would have been
— BellylovingScotsman (@BellyLovingScot) March 17, 2024
Which is why they want this to be Cena’s final match
Kenny Omega vs Cena as Cena's final match would be amazing
— GoodNewsGembe (@NLGembe11) March 17, 2024
It would be even more incredible if it took place at Mania
John vs Kenny match would have been gold
— Rocky (@rockjomon) March 17, 2024
Is it a perfect retirement match?
John Cena retirement match?
— Drayko F. Rayat (@FrenchFrypod) March 17, 2024
With Cena retiring at 50, there is still hope
Hoped & wished John Cena & Kenny Omega had crossed path but doesn't think it's going to happen 💔
— SOURAV DAS (@BeingSouravDas7) March 17, 2024
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There was the perfect time for this to happen
15-16 Cena Vs 17-18 Omega would’ve been one of the best wrestling matches ever, idc.
— Trevor ✭ (@trevor_radman) March 17, 2024
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