Ahead of his retirement tour in 2025, John Cena sent the WWE Universe into a frenzy online. Cena took to his Instagram account to post a photo of Cody Rhodes as “American Stardust. ” Many assumed that The Cenation Leader teased a potential match against Rhodes.

However, it was seemingly just to troll the Undisputed WWE Champion. Hours after Cena posted his photo, Rhodes uploaded a picture of the 16-time World Champion visiting the Nightmare Factory School. Rhodes and AEW wrestler QT Marshall co-founded the wrestling school in 2020.

Recently, the Nightmare Factory was listed among the wrestling schools in partnership with the new WWE ID program. In fact, Rhodes alluded to Cena scouting talent from his school for the program. The American Nightmare has occasionally mentioned that he keeps in touch with the WWE legend.

Rhodes has followed in the footsteps of Cena, becoming the poster boy of the company. After the Peacemaker star announced his retirement at Money in the Bank, many felt that a match between the current and previous faces of the company needed to happen. View this post on Instagram A post shared by John Cena (@johncena)The Nightmare Factory @JohnCena X @WWEID pic.

twitter. com/T1tP0SpCPS— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) November 14, 2024 At the moment, there is no sign that WWE is planning the ‘dream’ clash. However, it wouldn’t be surprising if they end up meeting inside the squared circle at some point in 2025.

John Cena has confirmed his presence for the Royal Rumble. If Cena competes in the 30-man battle royal, he could potentially face the formerly known Stardust at WrestleMania 41. RELATEDRoman Reigns finally reveals why he has been trying to reunite The Bloodline in WWE Cody Rhodes has yet to break his silence on Kevin Owens’ attack on Randy OrtonAt Bad Blood, Kevin Owens finally snapped after weeks of tension with Cody Rhodes.

KO attacked Rhodes in the parking lot following the main event. The American Nightmare couldn’t confront his former friend as he shifted focus to the Crown Jewel Championship. In the meantime, his mentor Randy Orton dealt with Owens.

Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton (via WWE)After their Crown Jewel match ended in a no contest, Orton called out Owens on last week’s SmackDown. However, The Viper suffered the consequences as The Prizefighter hit him with the banned Piledriver. Rhodes arrived at the scene, accompanying his friend in the ambulance.

Interestingly, none of the involved parties have said anything on the matter yet. On the upcoming episode of SmackDown, The Undisputed WWE Champion will most likely confront Owens. In fact, this could lead to a rematch between the duo for the title at the upcoming Survivor Series PLE.

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