Last year, Gunther retired John Cena in what was booked as his final match. He will likely keep his word and never wrestle again. It’s not like his departure was a sudden surprise. About a year prior, Cena confirmed how he would end 2025 as a retired in-ring competitor. Not everyone liked that he tapped-out to Gunther, but that’s how pro wrestling operates.

Instead of staying off TV for a lengthy stretch, Cena has remained part of WWE for select moments. He was the official host of WrestleMania 42 and at Backlash on May 9, he promised a major announcement. During the PLE from Tampa, the John Cena Classic was announced. Some details were released, but not much. More at https://yourprowrestlinghq.substack.com/p/john-cena-classic-remains-mystery

Maybe Tony Khan can get the lobster head theme song back for our boy Sheamus 🙏🏼🦞

Today, everyone in the United States is celebrating. 250 years ago, the country was formed on July 4th and we have continued to strive ahead. Lots of people will flock the beaches and boardwalks, while others rely on pools or nature. Also, barbecuing will be taking place in all fifty states and the night will conclude with fireworks.

Somewhere, in all of today’s fun, check the four WWE wrestlers who are known to heavily represent America this July 4th.

“American Badass” The Undertaker

We have seen many versions of The Undertaker, including “The American Badass.” He is still able to keep that fear, without the need for the trench coat like clothing and hat. Instead, he replaced those items with a Harley Davidson Motorcycle, sunglasses and bandanna. Kid Rock once provided the lyrics for his entrance, appropriately titled “American Bad Ass.” If you see that version of The Undertaker coming, still run. Lately, fans are learning to adapt to a retired form of The Undertaker. His current look is similar to that of “The American Badass.” The biggest difference is instead of snatching souls, he now has the honor to tell people they are going into the WWE Hall of Fame. More at https://yourprowrestlinghq.substack.com/p/four-wwe-wrestlers-that-represent

At WrestleMania 41 Paul Heyman left with Seth Rollins to close the first night. The turn wasn’t shocking as many speculated Heyman would turn his back to CM Punk and Roman Reigns. From there, Rollins and Heyman would begin to build The Vision.

At various points, the group consisted of Rollins, Heyman, Bronson Reed, Bronn Breakker, Logan Paul and Austin Theory. Everyone in the stable, outside of Heyman and Theory, were sidelined due to injury at some point. The biggest injury went to Rollins, who was later booted from the group by Breakker. Reed went down with a bicep tear and he is yet to return to TV. Breakker underwent emergency hernia surgery and he didn’t receive a match at WrestleMania 42. Paul will be out until early next year following a torn bicep. Basically, the crew has struggled to make an impression because of all the medical issues. More at https://yourprowrestlinghq.substack.com/p/the-vision-has-been-a-mess-and-wwe