The Pro Wrasslin' Thread (WWE, WWF, WCW, TNA, ROH, NWA, NJPW, etc)

[Jumpin]

BasilZero said:

JWeinCom said:

I briefly considered it, but then thought why would they want to jeapordize the ass load of money they're going to make on his retirement tour with ticket sales and merchandise. I thought that at this point Cena was just going to basically "play the hits". It's a pretty big swing they're taking here. 

I think its gonna be bigger than if he was still a face.

He can always get his redemption arc later in the year.

From a writing 101 position - it immediately twists the plot and ups the stakes.

Cena aligning with the Rock puts Cody under significantly more threat. And on the flip side, it shows Cena’s desperation.

And you have an immediate thesis/antithesis dynamic with a dramatic arc.

From a non-analytical fan standpoint, a gut feeling approach - it was just damn cool! 😎 

Last edited by Jumpin - on 03 March 2025