WWE fans were eagerly awaiting John Cena’s final match — a career-defining farewell originally set to take place in his hometown of Boston. However, new reports indicate that plans have suddenly changed, with the venue now shifted to Washington, D.C. This unexpected move has raised serious questions, even worrying veteran wrestling personality Vince Russo, who believes it signals deeper issues within the company.
🏙️ Cena’s Farewell Match Venue Mysteriously Changed
According to reports, Cena’s retirement bout — once planned as an emotional send-off in Boston, Massachusetts — will now occur in the U.S. capital. The decision seems to have been made without any public objection from the Doctor of Thuganomics himself, something Russo finds concerning.
Speaking on Writing with Russo, the former WWE writer suggested that Cena’s silence may hint at a troubling trend within the company:
"Well maybe bro, because remember they pulled his last match out of Boston. His last match isn't taking place there, and that was probably a big deal to him. So who knows, bro. This company just feels like it's all over the place. It's hard to keep up with." (10:15 onwards)
Russo implied that if a legend like Cena is not challenging creative decisions about his own retirement match, it could indicate a shift in the locker room culture — where even top stars feel powerless to influence their own storylines.
😞 Vince Russo: “AJ Styles Has Also Stopped Fighting the System”
John Cena isn’t the only veteran Russo is worried about. He believes AJ Styles — once one of WWE’s most consistent performers — may also have “given up” on trying to influence his booking.
Styles has not been involved in any major storyline or feud for months, and Russo thinks the former WWE Champion may simply be accepting the system as it is:
"Yeah, I mean, AJ is a very proud guy and a hard worker. But you get to the point where you’re tired of fighting the system. There just comes a point where it's pointless. So it’s like, okay bro, whatever. I’m just going to work, do my best, and earn my paycheck."
This statement paints a picture of a locker room losing morale, with even top-tier talents like Cena and Styles potentially feeling creatively restricted.
🔮 What’s Next for Cena and Styles?
With Cena’s farewell venue change and Styles’ stagnant booking, fans are left wondering what Triple H’s next move will be. Both superstars still hold tremendous star power, and how WWE handles them in the coming months could significantly impact fan interest — especially as WrestleMania 42 approaches.
