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John Cena, a beloved figure in the wrestling world, holds a special place in the hearts of millions, particularly younger fans. The 16-time WWE Champion has earned immense respect not only from hardcore wrestling enthusiasts but also from his fellow wrestlers in the WWE locker room, all thanks to his kind and humble personality. 

Recently, a former WWE star Tank Toland revealed how his encounter with John Cena in the early years of his career was a pleasant one and left

Tank Toland’s revelation of John Cena’s  compliment

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John Cena’s reputation as one of WWE’s most prominent wrestlers is undeniable. With his motto of Hustle, Loyalty, and Respect, he has left an indelible mark on the WWE locker room and beyond. There are many stories abound on the web about Cena’s helpful and supportive nature towards his fellow wrestlers.

Tank Toland, a former WWE Superstar, recently shared a heartwarming encounter with John Cena that highlighted Cena’s humility during the early part of his career.

Speaking on the Cheap Heat Productions, Toland recalled the incident when he was using resistance bands at the gym and Cena complimented his physique in his own way. Toland recalled, “I remember I was just doing my resistance bands. I’m working, and I’m just getting a nice pump. I remember he’s standing right next to me, he’s doing the same, and he just looks at me, he goes, ‘Will you stand over there, man? Honestly, you’re making me feel bad about myself. You look freaking ridiculous. Go over there. You look too good.’ He’s like, ‘You make me look like (explicit)!”

Toland then praised Cena for being nice to him. He added, “That was cool he said that because I really didn’t know him that well for him to be cool like that. That was nice. It was few and far between, with some of those guys that were already up there were super cool.”

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Cena, also working out with resistance bands nearby, playfully said all this to Toland. Toland cherished this cool gesture from the WWE superstar, showing Cena’s down-to-earth demeanor. Although Cena’s focus has shifted toward Hollywood projects, stories of his generous nature continue to surface. 

Cena’s praise for former r ival, The Miz

John Cena doesn’t hesitate to appreciate hard work, even when it comes to his wrestling rivals. Cena and The Miz engaged in a heated rivalry leading up to WrestleMania XXVIII, where The Miz unexpectedly reclaimed the WWE Championship title, defeating Cena.

In a show of genuine respect, Cena praised The Miz as his all-time favorite bad guy opponent at WrestleMania. Responding to a tweet by The Miz, Cena acknowledged the hard work put in by his rival to make the event a success.

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He lauded The Miz’s unwavering passion and dedication, evident in his wholehearted commitment to delivering a spectacular show for the audience. Cena also commended The Miz’s willingness to put his body on the line for the fans, earning his high respect.

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In a world where rivalries often bring animosity, Cena’s ability to show appreciation for his fellow wrestlers underscores the essence of sportsmanship in professional wrestling.

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