Cody Rhodes is allegedly on target to pin John Cena during an upcoming high-stakes tag team battle at WWE’s Money in the Bank Premium Live Event (PLE), therefore marking one of the most symbolic events in the current period of WWE. Rhodes partnering with Jey Uso will square against the strong combo of John Cena and Logan Paul at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, set for June 7, 2025.
Based on several sources and conversations among the wrestling community, including remarks made by WWE analyst Sam Roberts on his Notsam Wrestling podcast, the match seems to be purposefully set to let Rhodes score a pinfall victory over the venerable Cena—a moment that might mark a significant passing-of- the-torch in WWE’s changing terrain.
“Because, to me, I feel like the reason to have this tag team match is because Cody Rhodes can pin John Cena,” said Roberts. “And in this tag team match, that is exactly what should happen.”
Recent upheaval among these four superstars gave rise to the tag match. Tensions erupted on a recent Saturday Night’s Main Event broadcast when John Cena entered a title battle attacking Jey Uso and unintentionally helped Logan Paul keep his crown. Cody Rhodes entered the chaos and landed a decisive Cross Rhodes on Cena in reprisal. Rhodes then set the challenge, which resulted in the tag team match at Money in the Bank being formally booked.
The news that John Cena is formally starting his retirement tour adds extra more weight to this plot. One of the most recognizable WWE Superstars of all time, Cena’s last run is under observation with respect as well as intrigue. It would be significantly more than a match outcome if Cena were pinned by Rhodes, one of the main players in WWE’s present generation. It might become a symbolic gesture reflecting WWE’s change from the golden period of Cena to a future borne by Rhodes and others.
For Cody Rhodes, the possibility is historic. Following his well-publicized comeback to WWE and his unrelenting hunt of title gold, a clean pinfall over John Cena during his retirement arc would boost his reputation and legacy. It would be a turning point on his path toward assuming the new face of WWE, one that might be regarded as a seminal event.
Conversely, Cena has talked frequently about his commitment to producing the next generation of stars. Should this stated strategy turn out as expected, it would be a reflection of Cena’s personal desire to pay back the company that created him a worldwide sensation by allowing young stars like Rhodes to take front stage.
Including Logan Paul adds still more interesting element. Paul, well-known for his aggressive attitude and crossover popularity, is proving his position in WWE; Jey Uso’s ongoing presence as a singles contender makes him an interesting wild card in this tournament.
All eyes will be on the Intuit Dome as fans count down to June 7 to see whether Cody Rhodes really does pin John Cena and whether this generational collision lives up to the buzz. If so, it will not only be a three-count but also a historic exclamation mark on the conclusion of one era and the start of another.
