John Cenas legendary WWE career came to a brutal end at Saturday Nights Main Event on December 13, but instead of a tearful goodbye, the night turned chaoticand WWE wasnt ready for it.
Inside Washington D.C.s Capital One Arena, Cena was choked out by Gunther via sleeper hold, tapping out for the first time in a career-ending loss. But what happened after the bell is what had officials scrambling. According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, the massive backlash from the live crowd blindsided WWE brass.
The moment that was meant to honor Cenas 20+ year career turned into an all-out revolt. Fans booed WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H during the post-match tribute and hijacked the segment with loud chants of You f**ked up and AEW.
Much of the outrage stemmed from the decision to have Cena tap out instead of going out with a more symbolic or respectful loss. While Gunther has been a dominant force, fans expected a more dignified send-off for one of WWEs all-time greats.
But if anyone thought Gunther would show remorse? Think again. In a brutal post-match interview with TMZ Inside The Ring, Gunther was asked what he would say to the fans crushed by Cenas retirement. His answer: no sympathy, just mockery.
He didnt stop there. Gunther mocked Cenas legacy and took a shot at fans who bought into the Never Give Up mantra for too long.
Later in the interview, Gunther turned his attention to the dramatic shift in how fans have treated Cena over the yearscalling it straight-up hypocritical.
Gunther didnt just retire John Cenahe shattered the fairytale ending fans were hoping for. Whether you see it as disrespect or a raw dose of reality, one thing is clear: the WWE universe is still trying to process what went down.
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