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WWE Hall of Famer Suggests R-Truth Should Defeat John Cena for Title: “He’s Retiring Anyway” |
WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long has proposed a surprising name to end John Cena’s Undisputed WWE Championship reign — and it's none other than Ron "R-Truth" Killings. During his recent appearance on Sportskeeda's The Wrestling Time Machine, Long explained why Killings should be the man to defeat Cena during the legend’s ongoing retirement tour.
🎙️ Teddy Long: "Let Truth Take the Belt Off Him"
Speaking candidly about Cena’s current heel run, Teddy Long praised the 16-time world champion for choosing to work with R-Truth, noting the respect and opportunity Cena has given the veteran performer.
“What I'd like to see, if they really want to do it – Cena says he's leaving, he's retiring anyway. Let Truth take the belt off him and make Truth the champion,” said Long.
“I did hear Cena was one of the guys who spoke up for him [R-Truth] after he got released. So for him to work with him now, I think that’s great.”
Long’s suggestion isn’t just a feel-good booking idea — it’s a bold creative pitch that aligns with Cena’s apparent goal of elevating talent on his way out.
🥊 John Cena vs. R-Truth: A Championship Turning Point?
Last week on SmackDown, Ron Killings launched back-to-back attacks on John Cena, establishing himself as a serious threat to the top heel in WWE. The feud is set to come to a head this Friday night in a high-stakes singles match that could drastically alter the championship landscape.
While many fans expect CM Punk to be Cena’s next major challenger, Teddy Long’s comments now add intrigue to Killings’ current push. Could WWE be setting up R-Truth’s most significant moment in his long career?
🏆 Why R-Truth Winning Makes Sense
While often portrayed as comic relief, R-Truth is one of WWE’s most respected locker room veterans, with over two decades of experience and strong fan support. Giving him a brief, meaningful title run — especially against a megastar like John Cena — would be a historic feel-good moment in WWE.
It would:
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Cement Cena’s legacy of putting others over.
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Give R-Truth the biggest win of his career.
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Create a shocking, emotional pop for WWE fans.
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Allow Cena to focus on a farewell match vs CM Punk, possibly at SummerSlam 2025 or WrestleMania 42.
